Los Padres National Forest Ground Operations
Summary
SCH Number
2025121263
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Los Padres National Forest Ground Operations
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
12/31/2025
Document Description
The project includes Level 2 and 3 road maintenance on 78 miles of routes open to OHV use; repair and maintenance to restroom and day use areas; purchase, repair and maintenance of signs and fences or barriers; and Habitat Management Program monitoring and reporting. The project would not expand existing facility use or operations.
Contact Information
Name
Scott Soares
Agency Name
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Job Title
Senior Environmental Scientist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Kern, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura
Regions
Southern California
Other Location Info
Mt. Pinos, Santa Barbara, & Santa Lucia and Ranger Districts
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301 Existing Facilities
Reasons for Exemption
The project is exempt because it falls within the CE class listed above. Project activities described above do not have the potential for causing a significant adverse effect on the environment. A CEQA Exemption Review Form for the project is on file at
the OHMVR Division office listed above. No exceptions to the exemption apply to this project.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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