Horwath Lakebed Encroachment Permit PL-25-254

The project involves the construction of a swim platform addition to an existing pier and dock in Clearlake, California, with a scope that includes a 4 ft x 10 ft landing, a 3 ft x 24 ft gangway, and a 10 ft x 20 ft suspended platform, all supported by six metal pilings driven into the lakebed. All work must be performed using pontoon boats and a barge, with materials loaded and staged at Clearlake Ave. in Lakeport or at the construction yard on Parallel Drive, and no vegetation removal is permitted. Construction is strictly limited to the window of October 15 through December 31 to comply with seasonal protections for the endangered Clearlake hitch fish species. Environmental compliance is governed by a Class 3 Categorical Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and a Lake and Streambed Alteration Permit from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife is required prior to commencement. The work is being carried out by Scott Barnett, and oversight is handled by Lake County’s Community Development Department, with Michelle Irace serving as the primary point of contact. No competitive solicitation or bidding process is involved; approval is based solely on regulatory compliance and eligibility for the CEQA exemption. There is no contract value specified, no formal payment or invoicing details provided, and no technical engineering standards or quality inspection criteria beyond environmental adherence. The permit number is PL-25-254, and the project site is located at 14035 Rosewood Ln., Clearlake, with all performance occurring on the lake.