Atascadero State Hospital; Physical Therapy Room, Bldg 536
Summary
SCH Number
2026051009
Public Agency
California Department of State Hospitals
(DSH)
Document Title
Atascadero State Hospital; Physical Therapy Room, Bldg 536
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
5/27/2026
Document Description
The proposed project will convert the chapel and classrooms in Building 536 into a physical therapy room and add an Electro-Convulsive Therapy suite. The project will involve removal and installation of new doors and frame assembly, drywall framing, concrete, ductwork, diffusers, ceiling tile, floor tile, water lines, waste lines, sinks, floor drains, and electrical work. Fire sprinklers will also be relocated per State Fire Marshall requirements.
Contact Information
Name
Gonzalo Caceres
Agency Name
California Department of State Hospitals
Job Title
DCMS
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Project Applicant
Phone
Name
Fred Peemoeller
Agency Name
California Department of State Hospitals
Job Title
Associate Construction Analyst
Contact Types
Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Location
Cities
Atascadero
Counties
San Luis Obispo
Regions
Northern California
Other Location Info
10333 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1 - 15301 Existing Facilities
Reasons for Exemption
The project qualifies for a Class 1 exemption which allows for minor alterations to existing public facilities involving negligible or no expansion of use. This project consists of upgrades/improvements at an existing building and involves negligible or no expansion of the existing building use. The project will not have a significant effect on resources in the area. The State confirms that no exceptions apply which would preclude the use of an exemption for this project.