VI. California Environmental Quality Act

The CEQA requires the Commission as the designated lead agency to assess the potential environmental impact of a project in order that adverse effects are avoided, alternatives are investigated, and environmental quality is restored or enhanced to the fullest extent possible. Since Applicant states that it will not be constructing any facilities for the purpose of providing local exchange services, except for equipment to be installed in existing buildings or structures, it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that granting this application will have an adverse impact upon the environment. Applicant must file for additional authority, before it can construct facilities other than equipment to be installed in existing buildings or structures, in order to provide local exchange services. Applicant must also undergo the requisite environmental (CEQA) review before commencing any construction, other than the installation of equipment in existing buildings or structures.