Horseback Riding Facilities Development and Improvements
Summary
SCH Number
2024010114
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Horseback Riding Facilities Development and Improvements
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/8/2024
Document Description
The project proposes horseback riding facility development and improvements that consist of construction of two single-story buildings, including an approximately 990-square-foot four-stall stable structure (Stables) to the northeast of the existing Jim’s Barn Reconstruction, and an approximately 536-square-foot administrative office to the north of the proposed Stables and west of the existing Roping Arena. The project includes an ADA-compliant parking space with a loading area and walkway, a new retaining wall, and removal of non-historic structures. Work includes re-grading and stabilization of a slope to the east of the new construction.
Contact Information
Name
Cesar Moreno
Agency Name
California State Parks, Angeles District
Job Title
Associate Park and Recreation Specialist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Los Angeles
Counties
Los Angeles
Regions
Southern California
Cross Streets
Will Rogers State Park Rd. and Sunset Blvd.
Zip
90272
State Highways
State Route 1
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 31; California Code of Regulation, title 14, section 15331
Reasons for Exemption
The design of the two single-story buildings and site improvements are based on historic documentation, and design elements follow historic precedent found at Will Rogers SHP, such as the design of overall shape and form, fenestration, wood and concrete materials, overhang, roof eaves, windows, and doors. Also, the new retaining wall design is informed by a study of extant retaining walls at Will Rogers SHP. No potential for significant impacts to the environment is anticipated in compliance with CEQA §15300.2. If the project is implemented as indicated within the CDPR Project Evaluation Form, including conditions provided by CDPR staff, it is exempt under the Departmental List of Exempt Activities established under the authority of CEQA §15300.4 as:
• Activities affecting historic resources consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. (Class 31, Section 15331)
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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