Armstrong Tree Fencing Realignment and Viewing Platform Construction
Summary
SCH Number
2004058461
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Armstrong Tree Fencing Realignment and Viewing Platform Construction
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
5/27/2004
Document Description
Realign approximately 80' of existing fencing and construct a free-floating, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible viewing platform in Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve. Fencing is to be pulled back from the base of the Armstrong Tree in an effort to reduce compaction. Viewing platform will allow visitors to gain proximity to and photograph Armstrong Tree without compacting soils.
Contact Information
Name
Brendan O'Neil
Agency Name
Department of Parks and Recreation
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Counties
Sonoma
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
section 1530, 15303, 15304
Reasons for Exemption
Project consists of the repair, maintenance, or minor alteration of existing structures, facilities, or features involving no expansion beyond current use and is included as "modifications of existing facilities for handicap access" and "building (non-historical_ or fence repairs" in the Department of Parks and Recreation's list of exempt activities, in accordance with CCR 15300.4 and consists of minor alterations in the condition of land, water and vegetation which will not involve the removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees; and construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures (viewing platform).
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