Redman - Hirahara House Historic Inventory Delisting

The Redman-Hirahara House in Santa Cruz, California, is being removed from the Santa Cruz County Historic Inventory due to severe structural deterioration that has rendered the property no longer eligible for historic designation. The action is grounded in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), which permits an exemption from environmental review when a structure has lost its historical integrity and significance, as substantiated by a preponderance of evidence. This evidence includes a comprehensive building inspection report and supporting assessments from a qualified architectural historian, both of which document extensive decay that undermines the property’s ability to convey its historical character. The County of Santa Cruz, through its Department of Community Development and Infrastructure, is the sole agency responsible for evaluating and approving the delisting, with no formal contractor or procurement process involved. The project location is 320 Lee Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95076, where all inspections and evaluations were conducted on-site, and acceptance is tied directly to this location. No formal contract, pricing, or financial terms are associated with this action, as it is an administrative and regulatory decision rather than a procurement under the Federal Acquisition Regulation. The posting date of September 8, 2025, reflects the public forecast of this action, while the project was completed on July 7, 2025, and formally approved by the Board of Supervisors on August 5, 2025. There is no solicitation number, contract number, or standard contract type assigned, and no evidence of FAR clauses, evaluation factors, payment procedures, or offeror certifications applies. The agency code b4016850 is the only financial identifier noted, but there are no accounting system codes, invoicing instructions, or designated contracting officers listed. The point of contact for inquiries is Matthew Sundt, Planner, reachable via email or phone, while other county personnel are noted for internal administrative coordination but hold no formal contract administration roles. The entire process is driven by local historic preservation standards and CEQA compliance, without any federal procurement elements or contractual obligations.