Department of Transportation District 1 Willits - EVSE Construction
Summary
SCH Number
2026080742
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 10
(DOT)
Document Title
Department of Transportation District 1 Willits - EVSE Construction
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
8/20/2026
Document Description
The purpose of this project is to establish the Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) infrastructure specifically for fleet operations. The initiative aims to provide a fully functional system configured to support a dual-port, pedestal-mounted Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS). It is important to note that the installation of the actual EVCS units is not included within the scope of this project and may be managed by others at a future date. Two parking stalls will be designated for electric vehicle use. These stalls will be specially stenciled and restriped to ensure clear identification. Also, prominent signage will be installed to indicate that these spaces are reserved exclusively for electric vehicles, facilitating proper usage and easy recognition. The project encompasses the installation of several key elements, including buried conduits, fixed bollards, wheel stops, and new electrical equipment. All necessary wiring will be included to ensure the delivery of a complete and operational system. Electrical power required for the EVSE will be sourced from an existing supply already available at the site. All phases of the work, including waste disposal, will adhere strictly to all applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Construction activities will involve pavement saw cutting, trenching, backfilling, and the restoration of the affected surface to its original condition upon completion of the installation.
Contact Information
Name
Peter Hendrix, P.E.
Agency Name
California Department of Transportation
Job Title
ZEVI Deputy Division Chief
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Willits
Counties
Mendocino
Regions
Northern California
Cross Streets
21340 Baechtel Road
Zip
95490
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1, CCR, title 14, Section 15301 Existing Facilities
Reasons for Exemption
The project qualifies for Class 1 exemption where repair, maintenance, or minor alterations of existing public structure involves negligible or no expansion of existing use and for Class 4 where project consists of minor public land alterations involving minor trenching and backfilling where the surface is restored. Project earth disturbance will occur within previously disturbed area. The State confirms that the project involves negligible expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of the lead agency's determination and that no exceptions apply which would preclude the use of an exemption for this project.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 4, CCR, Title 14, Section 15304-Minor Alterations to Land
Reasons for Exemption
The project qualifies for Class 1 exemption where repair, maintenance, or minor alterations of existing public structure involves negligible or no expansion of existing use and for Class 4 where project consists of minor public land alterations involving minor trenching and backfilling where the surface is restored. Project earth disturbance will occur within previously disturbed area. The State confirms that the project involves negligible expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of the lead agency's determination and that no exceptions apply which would preclude the use of an exemption for this project.