South Davis Library

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The proposed project would include development of a 12,400-square-foot public library, which would consist of a library collection and reading space; a children’s activity room; a staff support area; a community room; and various support spaces; and site improvements. Events at the library would be limited to public programs. The library would be single-story with a maximum building height of 24 feet. With respect to on-site amenities, the proposed project would include a focal garden, community terrace, and entry plaza. Access to the project site would be provided by a new driveway off Lillard Drive, which would connect to a new surface parking lot.

The City of Davis has prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) consistent with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment.

Environmental Assessment - South Davis Library (August 2025)

Appendix Environmental Review Record - South Davis Library

Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds

South Davis Library FONSI-NOIRRF 2025-10-05

On or about October 21, 2025, the City of Davis will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of Economic Development Initiative (EDI) Community Project Funding (CPF) under Section 105(a)(2) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. Section 5305[a][2]), as amended, to undertake a project known as the South Davis Library Project (proposed project) in the City of Davis.

The City of Davis has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 is not required.

Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on the ERR may submit written comments to Eric Lee, City of Davis Senior Planner, via email at elee@cityofdavis.org. All comments received by October 21, 2025, will be considered by the City of Davis prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Commenters should specify which part of this Notice they are addressing.

HUD will accept objections to the Responsible Entity’s (RE) Request of Release of Funds and Environment Certification for a period of 15 days following the submission date specified above or the actual receipt of the request (whichever is later). For more information, see above FONSI-NOIRRF