what is a negative declaration
1 A Negative Declaration is a document that states upon completion of an initial study, that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment. 2  An EIR is an informational document which will inform the public agency decision-makers and the public generally of:
(7) The address where a copy of the negative declaration or mitigated negative declaration may be examined. (c) If the lead agency is a state agency, the lead agency shall file the notice of determination with the Office of Planning and Research within five working days after approval of the project by the lead agency.