Castro Adobe State Historic Park Accessibility Improvements
Summary
SCH Number
2026070387
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Castro Adobe State Historic Park Accessibility Improvements
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
7/10/2026
Document Description
Project consists of removing barriers and providing improved access to existing day use facilities at Rancho San Andreas Castro Adobe Park Property to better accommodate visitors with disabilities. Work will:
• Construct an accessible concrete parking stall and access ramp to the front entry of the Kimbro House;
• Construct an accessible path of travel from the Kimbro House Courtyard to the front of the Castro Adobe with two (2) landings for installation of interpretive signage;
• On the front and side exteriors, minimally excavate to construct a timber-edged aggregate paved area for a firm and stable surface for large tour groups to congregate;
• Provide an access ramp to the existing wooden deck in front of Adobe; and
• Using materials matching the existing deck/boardwalk, construct a new low-profile deck in front of the Cocina entrance to establish a flush entry into the exhibit area.
Contact Information
Name
Linda Hitchcock
Agency Name
Department of Parks and Recreation
Job Title
Senior Park and Recreation Specialist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Watsonville
Counties
Santa Cruz
Regions
Southern California, Unincorporated
Zip
95076
Other Location Info
Rancho San Andreas Castro Adobe Park Property
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301, 15303 & 15304
Reasons for Exemption
Project consists of the operation, maintenance, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond current levels; construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures, included as “Modifications of existing facilities for disabled access” and “Construction or installation of park facilities such as interpretive signing or panels” in the Department of Parks and Recreation’s list of exempt activities in accordance with CCR §15300.4; and minor public or private alterations in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation which do not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees except for forestry or agricultural purposes.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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