Experience

Represented oil refineries in Contra Costa County and Benicia, California regarding CEQA, environmental, land use and natural resources issues for projects including:  CEQA compliance and air permitting approvals for installation of a $750 million delayed coker unit and new safety flare; CEQA compliance for installation of equipment designed to enhance flexibility in processing various types of crude oil; land use permitting evaluation for expansion and modifications to a coke terminal; compliance with state regulations for seismic safety upgrades to pier facilities; and CEQA compliance for extension of State Lands Commission Lease.