Second Supplemental Recirculated Environmental Impact Report (SSREIR) for Revisions to Title 19- Kern County Zoning Ordinance (2024) focused on oil and gas
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The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of the Star Fee I39-1 well located within the Cymric Oil Field in Kern County, California, on APNs 085-230-266 and 085-230-050, all on previously disturbed land with no new infrastructure installation required. This activity is part of the broader regulatory framework governed by the Second Supplemental Recirculated Environmental Impact Report (SSREIR) for revisions to Title 19 of the Kern County Zoning Ordinance (2024), which addresses oil and gas operations. The solicitation number for this action is PLO26-00898, classified as a special-notice action under NAICS code 541620, administered by Kern County with primary point of contact Craig M Murphy, Director, and secondary contact Matt Perry, Senior HSE Advisor. The project is situated entirely within California and is documented through regulatory Notices of Exemption under CEQA, indicating compliance with environmental review requirements without necessitating a full environmental impact report. While the scope is clearly defined to include only well abandonment with equipment details outlined on page two of the accompanying Site Plan, there is no specified period of performance, delivery schedule, contract value, pricing details, or formal contract administration provisions, as the underlying documents are regulatory filings rather than a traditional procurement contract. No packaging, inspection, certification, or contractual clauses typical of federal acquisitions are present, as the action falls under local environmental and zoning regulatory processes.
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Permanent plugging of Star Fee I39-1 well in Cymric Oil Field, Kern County, CA, under revised zoning regulations.
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California → Kern County
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541620 - Environmental Consulting ServicesView NAICS
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(358)Notice of Exemption PLO26-01123 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01123 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/27/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01123. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee B34-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and includes contact information for the approving agency.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00841 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00841 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/12/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00841 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves reworking an oil and gas well by adding perforations and converting it to oil and gas (OG) status without cyclic steam. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00840 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00840 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/12/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00840 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves minor rework adding perforations at American Naphtha 3673, Sec. 31 in the Kern River Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00831 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00831 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00831 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework of N210, Sec. 21 Midway Sunset Field, specifically a perforation job and a well type change from cyclic steam to oil and gas. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on June 24, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01049 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01049 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01049 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing steamflood producer well by adding new perforations and performing mechanical integrity tests before returning to production. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/29/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00803 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00803 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00803 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves rework consisting of adding perforations at American Naphtha 3271, Section 31, Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 15, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00738
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00738: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00738 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves Petro Resources proposing to abandon 5 wells in the Mt. Poso oilfield, Glide 23 lease, with no new disturbance required. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/09/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00946 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00946 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00946 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a permit modification to update the surface hole for an existing permit related to drilling activities in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice includes contact information and the filing date of June 9, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00908 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00908 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 06/22/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00908. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well McKittrick Front 4320 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The document includes contact information for the department director and confirms the exemption status under state guidelines.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01140 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01140 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01140 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It details a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new oil and gas well (166TE-29) and install new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/21/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00963 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00963 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00963 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the Spreckels 524 well in McKittrick Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, citing the project as a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The document was received for filing on July 10, 2026, and lists Chevron U.S.A. Inc. as the agency carrying out the project.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00888 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00888 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00888 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning a well at McKittrick Fee 3845ST in the Cymric Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 9, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01087 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01087 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/21/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01087. The project involves drilling a new oil and gas well (72D1-29) and installing new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with California Resources Corporation carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00011 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00011 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00011 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new well (8707-26S) in the Cymric Oilfield, involving drilling, completion, and ancillary facilities installation. The project is located in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on January 13, 2026, with contact Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00945 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00945 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00945 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a permit modification to update the surface hole for a new drill with depth less than 1,000 feet. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on 06/15/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00917 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00917 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, received for filing on 06/23/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00917. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee G37-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The document includes contact information for the department director and confirms the ministerial nature of the permit under local zoning ordinance.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01096 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01096 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/16/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01096. The project involves E&B Natural Resources Management Corp. abandoning three wells in the Poso Creek Oilfield located in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is considered a minor oil and gas ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes project details, location, and contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00189 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00189 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated January 16, 2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00189. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for Welport I-51 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and the project proponent, Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00092 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00092 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00092 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new well drilling, completion, and rework in the Cymric Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on January 14, 2026, and lists Craig M. Murphy as the contact person.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00089 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00089 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00089 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill 7616A-26S with associated pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The document is dated January 20, 2026, and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00790 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00790 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00790 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a minor rework and recompletion of the Bull 29R well by TRC Operating Co. Inc. The project will not cause new land disturbance as it uses existing well pads and access roads. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/18/2026, with Craig M. Murphy as the contact person.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00796 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00796 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00796 by Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves deepening a well at Midway Sunset Field in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on 06/02/2026 and lists contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00210
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00210: This Notice of Exemption document, received for filing on 02/03/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00210. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for McKittrick Unit 11-43 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00017 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00017 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00017 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill site including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The document was received for filing on January 14, 2026, and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00838 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00838 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/12/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00838 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves minor rework adding perforations to American Naphtha 24BT1 in the Kern River Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01107 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01107 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01107 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns drilling a new oil and gas well (63TE-29) and new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/21/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00611 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00611 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/29/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00611. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning 10 wells in the Midway Sunset Oilfield, located on previously disturbed well pads in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial O&G Minor Activity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01060 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01060 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/13/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01060. The project involves E&B Natural Resources Management Corp. abandoning 5 wells in the Belgian Anticline Oilfield, all located on previously disturbed well pads in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00766 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00766 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00766. The project involves reworking well 71S-33S in the Elk Hills oil field, including setting a plug above the gravel pack slotted liner and adding perforations from 2,719' to 2,733'. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/10/2026 and includes contact information for Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00912
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00912: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 06/23/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00912. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee A26-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and the project proponent, Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01130 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01130 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 08/03/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01130. The project involves drilling a new oil and gas well (102TE-29) and installing new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and the project is carried out by California Resources Corporation. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00913 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00913 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/15/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00913. The project involves reworking the 72SW-4G well in the Elk Hills oil field by reperforating and gravel packing. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is granted under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial minor rework under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00848 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00848 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/15/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00848. The project involves reworking well 58-4G in the Elk Hills oil field by isolating the gassed-out interval through cement squeeze and installing a gravel pack to establish a new completion configuration for sustained production. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00190 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00190 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated 01/16/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00190. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for Welport I-54 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and project carrier, Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00921
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00921: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00921 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns the plugging and abandonment of the Sarah Faye 6-1 well by Holmes Western Oil Corporation. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a ministerial minor activity under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 15, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01079 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01079 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 08/04/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01079. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning the Alta Vedder 35C well in the Mount Poso oilfield, located in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial Oil & Gas Minor Activity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01159 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01159 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/21/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01159. The project involves drilling a new oil and gas well (62R1ECH-29) and installing new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01044 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01044 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/01/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01044. The project involves CMO, Inc. abandoning one well located in the Chico Martinez Oilfield on a previously disturbed well pad in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is considered ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00195 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00195 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 01/30/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00195. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for McKittrick Unit 1 108 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00814 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00814 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00814 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves re-abandoning existing wells 75-19 and 85C-19 in an unincorporated area of Kern County. It states no new disturbance is proposed and references prior annual documents. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a ministerial minor activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document is dated June 8, 2026, and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01004 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01004 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01004 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (588L-29) to repair a casing hole with no new pipelines proposed. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was filed on 07/23/2026, with contact Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00721 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00721 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/30/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00721. The project involves California Resources Corporation proposing to abandon 6 wells located on existing disturbed well pads in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial O&G Minor Activity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00776
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00776: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00776 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning a well in the Cymric Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 2, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00760 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00760 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/22/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00760. The project involves the abandonment of an existing well (352X-3G) located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is considered a ministerial minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document identifies the approving agency, project location, and contact person Craig M. Murphy.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01103 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01103 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01103 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new oil and gas well (58HR-20) and install new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/28/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00676 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00676 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00676 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves abandonment activities in the Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on May 27, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00955 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00955 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/08/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00955. The project involves California Resources Elk Hills proposing to sidetrack 42N-35S in the Elk Hills area, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01075 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01075 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/27/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01075 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves minor rework adding perforations in the Kern River Field by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00866 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00866 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00866 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a minor rework on an existing well (8371B-4) involving adding an inner liner with no new pipelines proposed. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/23/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00609 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00609 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 04/16/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00609. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for well 14-06 in the Midway-Sunset Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G permit modification. The document includes project details, location, approving agency, and contact information.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00877 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00877 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00877 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforate job in the Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 17, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00722 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00722 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/05/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00722. The project involves California Resources Corporation proposing to abandon 7 wells located on existing disturbed well pads in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered a ministerial minor activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The NOE includes project location details, exemption status, and contact information for the approving agency.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00025 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00025 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, filed on 01/26/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, pertains to project PLO26-00025 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves a new drill site including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and the project carrying out agency, California Resources Corporation.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01093 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01093 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 08/06/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01093. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning 6 wells in an existing oilfield located in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial minor oil and gas activity per Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00021 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00021 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, received on 01/14/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00021. The project involves the installation of a new drill King 1008V with associated pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial Oil & Gas Permit Modification under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the department director and notes the project approval and exemption status.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00862 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00862 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00862 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a minor rework of an existing well (8247B-4) involving cement squeeze and RTI, with no new pipelines proposed. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/23/2026, with contact Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00772 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00772 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00772 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves adding perforations N200 in Section 21 of the Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on May 27, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01099 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01099 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/14/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01099. The project involves E&B Natural Resources Management Corp. proposing to abandon one well (AML 46-17) in the Belgian Anticline Oilfield located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00193 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00193 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 01/28/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00193. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for McKittrick Unit 1 106 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01121 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01121 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/27/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01121. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Gamble 1 E15-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00810 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00810 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00810 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves rework consisting of adding perforations in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 15, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00781 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00781 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00781 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning well 880H in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on May 22, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00090 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00090 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00090 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves drilling, completing, and reworking a new well (11-1F, Sec. 35, Cymric Field). The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, citing that oil and gas permit modifications are ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on January 13, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00973 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00973 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00973 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforate job in the Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on July 21, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01101 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01101 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/21/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01101. The project involves drilling a new oil and gas well (48FUR-20) and installing new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with California Resources Corporation carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00001 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00001 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00001 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new well G4324-18 in the Lost Hills Heavy Oilfield, including drilling, completion, and ancillary facilities installation. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 01/12/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00108 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00108 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00108 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves drilling, completing, and reworking a new well (8028) in the Cymric Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on January 28, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01129 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01129 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01129 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns drilling a new oil and gas well (66TE-29) and new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/21/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01026 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01026 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01026 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves abandoning 2 wells in an existing oilfield located in the unincorporated area of Kern County on APNs 085-230-266 and 085-230-050. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is considered ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/30/2026 and includes contact information for Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00651 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00651 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/11/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00651. The project involves a minor rework activity on an existing well (Thomas 1TO - KR Field) located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, specifically at parcel 436-052-054. The rework consists of repairing the inner liner of the well. The project is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is considered a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. Contact for the project is Craig M. Murphy, Director of the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00606 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00606 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/02/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00606. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for the Aviva 31X-20 oil well in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. Valley Resources LLC is carrying out the project, which includes use of tanks and a closed loop system for fluid and oil handling.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00918 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00918 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, filed on 06/23/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, pertains to project PLO26-00918. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee J40-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The document includes contact information for the department director and confirms the ministerial nature of the permit under local zoning ordinances.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00789
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00789: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00789 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking a well in the Elk Hills Oil field, including cleaning, perforating, setting a retrievable BP, acidizing, and RTP. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/08/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00993 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00993 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/23/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00993. The project involves sidetracking an existing waterflood injector well in the South Belridge Oilfield, Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes project location, description, approving agency, and contact information for the director Craig M. Murphy.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00889 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00889 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00889 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves Plug & Abandon activities in the Cymric Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor activity review exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 9, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00607 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00607 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/02/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00607 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for the Ruth 78X-13 oil well, including use of tanks and a closed loop system. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00604 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00604 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 08/03/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00604. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning 8 wells in the Midway Sunset Oilfield located in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is considered ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes project location details, exemption status, and contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00893 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00893 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00893 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, specifically at 157-040-023. The project involves plugging and abandoning well 14-111 in Section 7 of McKittrick Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 10, 2026, with contact Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00743 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00743 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated 05/26/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00743. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee E28-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is considered a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The document includes contact information for the department director and confirms the exemption status.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01000 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01000 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01000 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (51-35N) by adding perforations without new pipelines. It is located in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/27/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00944 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00944 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/26/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00944. The project involves a modification of a new drill project LH4063-13 with a well depth less than 1,000 feet and a move of the surface hole location in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the permit modification is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01019 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01019 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01019 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (538L1-20) with a cement squeeze for zonal isolation, with no new pipelines proposed. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on 07/29/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00032 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00032 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated 01/27/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00032. The project involves drilling a new cyclic steam well 7-8R-19 in the Belridge Tulare Oilfield, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes project details, exemption status, and contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00106 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00106 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, received for filing on 01/23/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00106. The project involves drilling, completing, and reworking a new well (7825) in the Cymric Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial Oil & Gas Permit Modification under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00186 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00186 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, received on 01/13/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00186. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for Welport 156 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial Oil & Gas Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and the project proponent, Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00720 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00720 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/05/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00720. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning 9 wells located on existing disturbed well pads in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00184 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00184 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated 01/09/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00184. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for Welport 151 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in unincorporated Kern County on Tier 1 land with a well depth under 2,000 feet. The exemption is granted under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and the project proponent, Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01081 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01081 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/27/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01081 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves installing a pumping unit on a well, portable and temporary tanks, mobilizing a production rig, plugging the well, perforating in stages, installing tubing and pump, testing water samples, and evaluating for permanent production. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01125 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01125 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/28/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01125. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee D27-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00995 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00995 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00995 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking an existing well by adding perforations and converting it to Oil & Gas use at Junction 144, Section 9, Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 15, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00060 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00060 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00060 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a new drill 6307R2-26S including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and California Resources Corporation is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The document was received for filing on January 13, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00024 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00024 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, received on 01/21/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00024. The project involves drilling a new well 8907i-26S in the Cymric Oilfield, including well completion and ancillary facilities installation. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document identifies the approving agency, project location, and contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01067 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01067 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/02/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01067. The project involves installing ancillary facilities including production and steam lines for new wells in the Lost Hills Oilfields, Kern County, California. The project is classified as Tier 1 within the Western Zone and is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. The project was previously permitted under oil and gas conformity reviews. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with California Resources Corporation carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00909 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00909 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00909, filed on 06/23/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, documents the exemption of the project 'Plug and Abandon - Luck 217, Sec. 30 - Kern River Field' located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00980 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00980 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00980 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking a well by adding perforations and converting it to Oil & Gas use at Junction 161, Section 9, Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on July 14, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00791
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00791: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00791 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves casing repair in the Cymric Field and is approved by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 10, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00817 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00817 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00817 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforate job at Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on June 2, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01064 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01064 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/23/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01064. The project involves TRC Operating Co. Inc. abandoning an existing well (Bull 20) in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial minor oil and gas activity with no new land disturbance. The NOE confirms no remedial grading is needed and the existing well pads and access roads are fully disturbed. Contact is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01085 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01085 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, received for filing on 07/22/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01085. The project involves E&B Natural Resources Management Corp. proposing to abandon one well (New Hope 20B) located in the Poso Creek Oilfield on a previously disturbed well pad in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity review, which is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00759 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00759 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00759 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns the abandonment of one well, Tejon A 78-35, located on an existing disturbed well pad in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial O&G Minor Activity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/24/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00315 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00315 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 02/26/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00315. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for a well in the Lost Hills Oil Field, Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes project location details, exempt status, and contact information for the approving agency and project manager.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01070 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01070 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01070 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves rework consisting of adding perforations at American Naphtha 30442N, Sec. 31, Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on 07/27/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00798 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00798 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/01/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00798. The project involves reworking an existing well (34MBC-168C) in an unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The rework includes pulling and replacing the liner and potentially adding perforations, with no new pipelines proposed. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and the project is carried out by California Resources Corporation.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00891 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00891 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00891 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the Del Monte 129R well in McKittrick Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 10, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00842 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00842 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/12/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00842 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves minor rework adding perforations at Green & Whittier 522, Sec. 31 in the Kern River Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01118 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01118 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/09/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01118. The project involves sidetracking an existing waterflood injector well 532AR2-33 in the South Belridge Oilfield, Kern County, with well depth under 2,000 feet and total acreage approximately 0.894187. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and the project is carried out by AERA Energy LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00004 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00004 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00004 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a proposed project by California Resources Corporation to drill a new well KING 1021LVH in the Mount Poso Oilfield, with a well depth less than 3,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as an O&G Permit Modification, considered ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 01/13/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00938 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00938 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/15/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00938 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves a new drill LH5112-13 with well depth less than 1,000 feet. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The public agency approving the project is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and the project is carried out by California Resources Corporation. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00002 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00002 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00002 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. It describes a new drill King 1023V installation including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment. The exemption is granted under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial O&G Permit Modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department and dated January 8, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00037 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00037 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 01/29/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00037. The project involves Aera Energy drilling a new well 88GR-12 in the Belridge Tulare Oilfield, including well completion and ancillary facilities installation. The well depth is under 2,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00655 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00655 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00655 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves casing repair and converting the well type to Oil & Gas at the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 14, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00741 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00741 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/26/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00741. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee C25-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is considered a minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the ministerial nature of the permit and exemption status.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00849 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00849 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/16/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00849. The project involves a new cyclic steam well drill named McDonald 4-1, including pipelines and electrical lines, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is a ministerial Oil & Gas Permit Modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00617 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00617 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/30/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00617. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning 9 wells in an existing oilfield located in unincorporated Kern County on specified parcels. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00773 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00773 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00773 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking by adding perforations G245 in Section 21 of the Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a ministerial minor rework under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on May 27, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00623 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00623 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 04/16/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00623. The project involves reworking an existing well (54E-9G) in the Elk Hills Oilfield by replacing tubing to return the well to production. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is granted under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the rework is considered a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00191 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00191 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated January 16, 2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00191. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for Welport I-55 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and the project proponent, Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00797 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00797 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/11/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00797. The project involves reworking well 84NE-35S in the Elk Hills Oil field, including reperforation and return to production. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial minor rework under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00083 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00083 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, filed on 01/26/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, pertains to project PLO26-00083 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves a new drill site including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The document includes contact information for the department director and references annual documents and sump waivers attached to a prior submittal.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01056 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01056 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/02/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01056. The project involves E&B Natural Resources Management Corp. proposing to abandon 5 wells in the Poso Creek Oilfield located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is considered a minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance and is ministerial in nature. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00876 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00876 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00876 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework of a perforation job and well type change from cyclic steam to oil and gas at Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 17, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00784 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00784 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00784 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the San Joaquin 788R well in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a ministerial minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 2, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00013 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00013 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, received for filing on 01/29/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00013. The project involves a new drill LH4133-13 with associated pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G permit modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00907 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00907 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, received for filing on 06/22/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00907. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well 19Z-48D in the Cymric Oil Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The document includes contact information for the department director and notes that no associated infrastructure installation is required.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00708 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00708 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00708, dated 07/14/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves minor rework adding perforations at Junction 56, Section 9 in the Kern River Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00018 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00018 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00018 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department documents the exemption of a new drill King 1009V project including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is a ministerial O&G permit modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on January 12, 2026, and the contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00795 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00795 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00795 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves deepening rework at McKittrick Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on June 1, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00851 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00851 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00851 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking 64E-8G in the Elk Hills Oil Field by drilling out a bridge plug and returning the well to production. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and California Resources Corporation is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 15, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00187 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00187 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 01/15/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00187. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for Welport 157 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the department director and confirms the exemption status for environmental review purposes.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00816 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00816 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/28/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00816 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves isolating a well below 3,100 feet and returning it to production, addressing casing damage from 3,030 to 3,130 feet. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00937 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00937 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00937 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns a new drill LH2042-13 in the Lost Hills oilfield, with well depth less than 1,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/15/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00900 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00900 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00900, filed on 06/26/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, documents the exemption of the project 'Plug and Abandon - Chicago Crude 164, Sec. 30 - Kern River Field' from CEQA review. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is considered a ministerial minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00819 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00819 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/24/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00819 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves reworking well N220R in Midway Sunset Field by converting it from cyclic steam to production and adding perforations. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered a minor ministerial rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00385 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00385 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00385 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns the preparation of a well pad and drilling of one new production well (Kern County Well ID 18073, CalGEM Well ID 1414-30) in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as an O&G Permit Modification, which is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/23/2026, with Craig M. Murphy as the contact person.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00873 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00873 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00873 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforate job at Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under local zoning ordinances. The notice was received for filing on June 16, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00812 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00812 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00812 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (PRU-351) by pulling and replacing the liner with a slotted liner, with no new pipelines proposed. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/21/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01074 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01074 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/27/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01074 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves minor rework adding perforations at American Naphtha 7-4B, Section 31, Kern River Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00792
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00792: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00792 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves deepening a well (7Z 2121, Sec. 7- McKittrick Field) and is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines due to its classification as a minor rework under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 1, 2026, with Craig M. Murphy as the contact person.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00829
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00829: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00829 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking well N180 in Midway Sunset Field by converting it from cyclic steam to production and deepening the well. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 24, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01105 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01105 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/31/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01105. The project involves drilling a new oil and gas well (51K1-29) and installing new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and the project is carried out by California Resources Corporation. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01069 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01069 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01069 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves rework consisting of adding perforations at American Naphtha 3462R, Sec. 31 in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on 07/27/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00809 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00809 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, filed on 07/02/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, pertains to project PLO26-00809 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking an existing well (334-35B) to return it to production. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance and thus exempt from further environmental review. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00823
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00823: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/02/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00823. The project involves drilling a new well (55XY-35S) in the Elk Hills oil field, including installation of a new production pipeline and power line using existing access. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is granted under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the oil and gas permit modification is ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00857 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00857 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00857, dated 06/25/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill Section 25 4-3 cyclic steam well with associated pipelines and powerlines in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00885 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00885 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00885 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning a site in the Cymric Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 30, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01020 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01020 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01020 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well with tubing and casing changes, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on 07/21/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01033 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01033 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01033 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves abandonment activities at Cymric Field and is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. The notice was received for filing on July 14, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00901 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00901 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/23/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00901. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well McKittrick Unit 1-1-834 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00916 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00916 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 06/22/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00916. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee G36-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from further environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is considered a minor oil and gas activity. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and the project executor, Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00029 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00029 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00029 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new well LHTO118-13 in the Lost Hills Heavy Oilfield, with a depth less than 1,000 feet. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial O&G Permit Modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on 01/21/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00861 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00861 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00861 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking an existing well by adding perforations. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by California Resources Corporation. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 15, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00785 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00785 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00785 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the Stauffer 32 well in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 2, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01147 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01147 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01147 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns drilling a new oil and gas well (178TE-28) and new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/22/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00996 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00996 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/17/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00996. The project involves California Resources Corporation proposing to abandon a well located on a previously disturbed well pad in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity review, which is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00883 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00883 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/25/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00883 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the McKittrick Fee 3044 well in Cymric Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project, with Craig M. Murphy as the contact person.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00047 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00047 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00047 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill 5704L-26S with associated pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on January 20, 2026, with contact Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01138 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01138 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 08/06/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01138. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning well 342-15R in the Elk Hills oilfield, located in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00874 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00874 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00874 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a rework perforate job at Midway Sunset Field in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/17/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00782 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00782 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, filed on 05/26/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, pertains to project PLO26-00782 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves plugging and abandoning the American Naphtha 3021A well in the Kern River Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a ministerial minor activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact for the project is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00830 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00830 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/08/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00830 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves reworking well G250R, Sec. 21 Midway Sunset Field by converting it from cyclic steam to production and deepening the well. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered a minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01128 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01128 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01128 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns the abandonment of 2 wells in an existing oilfield located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor activity review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 08/06/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00386 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00386 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/22/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00386. The project involves preparation of a well pad and drilling of one new production well (Kern County Well ID 18075, CalGEM Well ID SP1-30) in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G permit modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01061 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01061 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 08/03/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01061. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning well 743LO22-29 in the South Belridge oilfield, located in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial O&G Minor Activity Review per Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the department director and confirms the exemption status and filing date.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01013 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01013 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01013 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (8081C-3) by adding perforations, with no new pipelines proposed. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/29/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00763 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00763 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00763 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves the abandonment of 11-1WA, Sec. 5 Lost Hills Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 1, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01076 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01076 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01076 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves rework consisting of adding perforations in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on July 27, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00813 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00813 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00813 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (PRU-353) by pulling and replacing the liner with a slotted liner, with no new pipelines proposed. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/21/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00941 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00941 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00941 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill LC2217-13 with pipelines to be submitted in a future MAR, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 1,000 feet. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on 06/15/2026 and includes contact information for Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00387 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00387 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00387 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves preparation of a well pad and drilling of one new oil production well in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/23/2026, with Craig M. Murphy as the contact person.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01193 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01193 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01193 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves the abandonment of F260, Section 21 Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on August 6, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00656 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00656 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00656 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves minor rework activity on an existing well (KCL39 410) in the Kern River Field, specifically adding perforations. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/22/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01127 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01127 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/28/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01127. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well McKittrick Front B24-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01050 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01050 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01050 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (YOUNG FEE 167) by adding new perforations and performing cyclic steam Mechanical Integrity Tests before returning to production. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on 07/30/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00975 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00975 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00975 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforate job at Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 28, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01034 Bellaire Oil Company
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01034 Bellaire Oil Company: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/25/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01034. The project involves Bellaire Oil Company's proposal to plug and abandon well 16- API 0402910610 in the Kern Front Oilfield, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00903 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00903 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/30/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00903. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well McKittrick Unit 1-1-814 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00969 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00969 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, filed on 07/13/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, pertains to project PLO26-00969 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a new drill in Section 23 273R, with pipelines to be submitted later. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00821 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00821 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/15/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00821. The project involves a new drill, Section 23 286R, cyclic steam well located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial Oil & Gas Permit Modification under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director of the department.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00970 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00970 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00970 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking a well by adding perforations and converting it to Oil and Gas at Junction 139, Section 9 of the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 20, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00930 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00930 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00930 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It pertains to a permit modification for a new drill project updating the surface hole location in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 9, 2026, with contact Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01156 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01156 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01156 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns the abandonment of one well (CWOD 3 31-22) in the Belgian Anticline Oilfield, located in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. The notice was received for filing on 08/05/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00926 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00926 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/23/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00926. The project involves reworking an existing well (984F-33) to repair casing and isolate perforations, with no new pipelines proposed. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt from further environmental review. The approving agency is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and the project is carried out by AERA Energy LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00391 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00391 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00391 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns the preparation of a well pad and drilling of one new oil production well (SP5-30) in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/22/2026, with Craig M. Murphy as the contact person.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00832
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00832: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00832 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework of J262, Sec. 21 Midway Sunset Field, changing the well type from cyclic steam to oil and gas. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, citing the project as a ministerial minor rework under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was filed on June 29, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00935 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00935 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 06/24/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00935. The project involves a permit modification for a new drill (LH5088-13) including an update to the surface hole location in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the permit modification is ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document identifies the approving agency and contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00919 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00919 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/15/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00919 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves reworking 78WD-27R in the Elk Hills oil field by California Resources Corporation. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00972 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00972 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00972 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a minor rework perforate job at Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, citing the project as ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 20, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Determination for Chevron 7Z Development Project ITP 2081-2021-039-04
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AI Summary for Notice of Determination for Chevron 7Z Development Project ITP 2081-2021-039-04: This Notice of Determination (NOD) documents the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's approval of the Chevron U.S.A., Inc. 7Z Development Project under Incidental Take Permit No. 2081-2021-039-04. The project involves construction of six graded pads for future oil production-related wells in Kern County, impacting 46.4 acres of habitat for the San Joaquin antelope squirrel and Temblor legless lizard. The NOD states that the project will not have a significant environmental effect within CDFW's jurisdiction, references an environmental impact report prepared by the lead agency, and notes additional mitigation measures and a monitoring plan adopted by CDFW. The document is signed by the Regional Manager and includes contact information for involved agencies.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00999
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00999: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/27/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00999. The project involves reworking an existing oil and gas well (9-1N) to convert it into an injector, with no new pipelines proposed. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00624 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00624 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00624, filed on 04/16/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, documents the exemption status for a minor rework of well 467-28 involving cementing the inner casing string. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with California Resources Corporation carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00943 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00943 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00943 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a new drill LH4059A-13 with well depth less than 1,000 feet. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, citing ministerial conformity review under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 15, 2026, and the contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00081 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00081 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00081 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill 7610-26S with associated pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on January 21, 2026, and the contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01077 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01077 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-01077, filed on 07/27/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves adding perforations in the Senator 102, Sec. 31 area of the Kern River Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00038 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00038 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00038 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a new drill Vedder Rail 98BH including pipelines, powerlines, and ancillary equipment. The exemption is approved by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department and carried out by California Resources Corporation. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 10, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01062 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01062 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/13/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01062. The project involves E&B Natural Resources Management Corp. abandoning 5 wells in the Poso Creek Oil field located in unincorporated Kern County. The wells are on previously disturbed well pads. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01104 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01104 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01104 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new oil and gas well (62CR1-29) and install new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/30/2026, with contact Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01139 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01139 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01139 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves drilling a new oil and gas well (165TE-29) and installing new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/27/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00093 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00093 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00093 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves drilling, completing, and reworking a new well (1-7D, Sec. 31, Cymric Field). The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is a ministerial oil and gas permit modification under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on January 14, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00077 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00077 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00077 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a new drill 8613A-26S including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and California Resources Corporation is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The document was received for filing on January 26, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01124
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01124: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01124 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It covers the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee G21-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from certain environmental review requirements under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is considered a minor oil and gas activity. The notice was received for filing on July 28, 2026, and the contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00884 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00884 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00884 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves plugging and abandoning McPhee TO 11-11 in the Cymric Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 25, 2026, and the contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00966 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00966 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00966 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves drilling a new oil and gas well named YOUNG FEE 110R in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 13, 2026, and the contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00987 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00987 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00987 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking a well by adding perforations and converting it to Oil & Gas use in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 14, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01141
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01141: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01141 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves drilling a new oil and gas well (167TE-29) and installing new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/21/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01094 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01094 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01094 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (3481B-11) by installing a new inner casing string, with a well depth less than 2,000 feet. No new facilities are required. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the work is considered ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 08/06/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00009 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00009 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00009 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new well (8703-26S) in the Cymric Oilfield, involving drilling, completion, and installation of ancillary facilities. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on January 24, 2026, with contact Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01158 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01158 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01158 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new oil and gas well (51K1ECH-29) and install new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on 07/31/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00678 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00678 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/02/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00678. The project involves reworking oil and gas well 42E-34R in the Elk Hills oil field, specifically adding pay in the Bittium interval from 2,490' to 2,508'. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with California Resources Corporation carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00064 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00064 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00064 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill 6416R2-26S with associated pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The document was received for filing on January 26, 2026, and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00846 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00846 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00846, filed on 07/16/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, documents the exemption status for drilling a new cyclic steam well and associated pipelines in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial Oil & Gas Permit Modification. The approving agency is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with California Resources Corporation carrying out the project.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00879 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00879 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00879 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforate job at Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under local zoning ordinances. The notice was received for filing on June 24, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01031 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01031 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/14/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01031 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves the abandonment of 1101B, Sec, 1 Cymric Field and is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered a minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00902 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00902 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00902 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the Jacalitas 12 well in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 9, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00390 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00390 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00390 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns the preparation of a well pad and drilling of one new production well (Kern County Well ID 18076, CalGEM Well ID SP2-30) in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as an O&G Permit Modification, which is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/22/2026, with Craig M. Murphy as the contact person.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00914 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00914 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, received for filing on 06/24/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00914. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee E20-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from further environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is considered a minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The document includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00658 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00658 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00658 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It pertains to a minor rework activity on an existing well (KCL39 300) in the Kern River Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 9, 2026, and the contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00045 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00045 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00045 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill Matthew Fee 94BH with pipelines, powerlines, and ancillary equipment in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 08/03/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00864 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00864 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/16/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00864. The project involves reworking the existing well 8573A-4 by adding a liner, with no new pipelines proposed. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the workover is considered a minor rework and ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and the project is carried out by California Resources Corporation. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01068 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01068 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/01/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01068. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee D28-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01017 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01017 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/20/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01017. The project involves abandoning existing wells MD12-13 and L17-B-13 in the unincorporated area of Kern County with no new disturbance proposed. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the department director and notes the filing date.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00845 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00845 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/28/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00845. The project involves minor rework activity on well Keene 91 in the Midway Sunset Field, including plugging the well back and perforating a new interval without installing new infrastructure. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the department director and confirms the project is carried out by Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00793 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00793 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated 06/01/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00793 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves deepening work at McKittrick Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00959 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00959 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00959 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning Bald Eagle Jr & Eaglet 28 Sec 30 in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 9, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00988 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00988 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated 07/14/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00988. The project involves adding perforations to an existing well (Junction 98, Sec. 9) in the Kern River Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance and is ministerial in nature. The approving agency is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and the project is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00194 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00194 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, received on 01/28/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00194. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for McKittrick Unit 1 107 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01032 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01032 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/02/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01032. The project involves drilling a new production well 86SY-28S, along with pipeline and power line installation, on a previously disturbed well pad in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Environmental considerations include avoiding impact to a dry ephemeral drainage and presence of a biological monitor during vegetation removal. The NOE confirms no sensitive species were observed and all activities will be confined to the well pad.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00783 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00783 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00783 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the Bishop Fee 1 well in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The document was received for filing on May 27, 2026, and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00501 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00501 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/22/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00501 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves reworking an existing well (McNee 3-3A-36B) and converting it to an injector. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00787 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00787 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/28/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00787. The project involves minor rework of the Jacob 10 well by TRC Operating Co. Inc. to repair casing damage and recomplete the well without new land disturbance. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The NOE confirms no remedial grading or new disturbance will occur, and the existing well pads and access roads are fully disturbed.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00947 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00947 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00947 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It pertains to a permit modification for a new drill (LH5085R1-13) with a depth less than 1,000 feet, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is considered ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 24, 2026, and the contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00786 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00786 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00786 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (YOUNG FEE 177) with added perforations from 2023' to 2039'. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was filed on 06/01/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00800 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00800 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00800 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a minor rework to perforate a well in the Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, citing the project as ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The document is dated June 2, 2026, and lists Craig M. Murphy as the contact person.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00091 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00091 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, filed on 01/14/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, pertains to project PLO26-00091 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves drilling, completing, and reworking a new well in the Cymric Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial Oil & Gas Permit Modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00053 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00053 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 01/20/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00053. The project involves a new drill 5704U-26S with associated pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00820
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00820: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00820 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new cyclic steam drill well in Section 23 272R, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial O&G Permit Modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 10, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00911 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00911 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/02/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00911. The project involves drilling well 64WY-4G in the Elk Hill oil field in unincorporated Kern County by California Resources Corporation. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. Contact is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00927 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00927 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00927 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a permit modification for a new drill LC2214R-13, revising the surface hole location and updating the operation from Oil and Gas to Cyclic Steam, with no pipelines proposed. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document is dated June 16, 2026, and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00188 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00188 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated January 16, 2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00188. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for Welport I-49 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The document includes contact information for the department director and confirms the exemption status.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01011 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01011 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01011 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (8095B-2) by running an inner casing string with no new pipelines proposed. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework and ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/29/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00540 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00540 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/16/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00540. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for the Elena 14X-32 oil well in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on ministerial approval under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is exempt from further environmental review. The document includes project location details, description, and contact information for the approving agency and project carrier, Valley Resources LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00799 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00799 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 06/01/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00799 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves reworking the existing well 34MBC-168D by pulling and replacing the liner, with no new pipelines proposed. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and the project is carried out by California Resources Corporation.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00897 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00897 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, received for filing on 06/22/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00897. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee J-33-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from certain environmental review requirements under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as it is considered a minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00990 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00990 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00990 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves sidetracking an existing waterflood injector well in the South Belridge Oilfield, Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on 07/28/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01102 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01102 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01102 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It details a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new oil and gas well (62TE-29) and install new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on 07/21/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00806 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00806 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/09/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00806 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves casing repair work at Cordes 79, Section 32 in the Kern River Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01073 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01073 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01073 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves rework consisting of adding perforations at American Naphtha 8-8A, Section 31, Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 27, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00886 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00886 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00886 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning a site in the Cymric Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 25, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01024 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01024 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01024 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking the existing well 918P-28 in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 08/03/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00006 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00006 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00006 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill MD2315-13 with pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is a ministerial O&G Permit Modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 01/30/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00082 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00082 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00082 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a new drill 8704A-26S including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment. The exemption is granted under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department and was received for filing on January 26, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00834 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00834 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, filed on 07/07/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, pertains to project PLO26-00834 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves a rework of Q220, Sec. 21 Midway Sunset Field, specifically a perforation job and a well type change from cyclic steam to oil and gas. The project is approved by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department and carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. It is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01015 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01015 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/29/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01015. The project involves reworking the existing well 927C-34 in an unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The workover aims to isolate perforations with no new pipelines proposed. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00346 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00346 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated 02/17/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00346. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for a well in the Lost Hills Oil Field, located in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes project location details, exempt status, and contact information for the approving agency and project manager.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00895
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00895: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00895, filed on 06/19/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, covers the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee 6260 in the Cymric Oil Field, Kern County, California. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and includes contact information for the approving agency.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00010 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00010 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, filed on 01/29/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, pertains to project PLO26-00010 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves a new drill in Section 25 8-2 including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment as shown on the site plan. The project is carried out by California Resources Corporation and is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G permit modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00805 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00805 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00805, filed on 06/02/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, documents the exemption of a minor oil and gas rework project in the Elk Hills oil field from CEQA review. The project involves reworking well 48N-27S with activities including squeezing, reperforating, installing a slotted liner, gravel packing, and returning the well to production. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00711 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00711 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/26/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00711. The project involves California Resources Corporation proposing to abandon 10 wells located on existing disturbed well pads in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial O&G Minor Activity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00974 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00974 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00974 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforate job at Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, citing the project as ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 23, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00894
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00894: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00894 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the Chicago Crude 533 well in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 10, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01166 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01166 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01166 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking a well by adding perforations and converting it to OG - San Joaquin 955 in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on August 4, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00087
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00087: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00087 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a new drill at Cymric/McKittrick Field by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on January 12, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01082 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01082 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01082 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a Minor Activity Review (MAR) for Section 25 2-3 pipelines. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and California Resources Corporation is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 9, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00770 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00770 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/26/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00770. The project involves plugging and abandonment activities for existing wells WI-1, WI-3, and 6-19 operated by Valley Water Management Company in unincorporated Kern County. The work is limited to already disturbed areas with no new ground disturbance anticipated. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00780 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00780 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00780 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning a well in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption, citing Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as the basis for exemption due to the project's classification as a minor oil and gas activity. The document was received for filing on May 22, 2026, and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00856 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00856 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/09/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00856. The project involves new equipment and pipelines at the Welport Tank Battery in unincorporated Kern County, including a Tank Vapor Recovery compressor skid, Tank Vapor Cooler, and Free Water Knockout with associated piping and electrical equipment. The project aims to capture hydrocarbon emissions and separate produced water from crude oil. It is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00192 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00192 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated 01/16/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00192. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for Welport I-56 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and the project proponent, Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00957 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00957 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00957 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning a site related to Kern Oil & Development. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a ministerial minor activity under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 10, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00867 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00867 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00867 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (8247C-4) by adding an inner liner with no new pipelines proposed. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/29/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00080 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00080 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 01/26/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00080. The project involves a new drill site including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The document includes contact information for the department director and references annual documents and sump waivers attached to a prior submittal.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00008 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00008 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, received on 01/09/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00008. The project involves drilling a new well (MATTHEW FEE 1118LVH) in the Mount Poso Oilfield, with a well depth less than 3,000 feet, including completion at various intervals and installation of ancillary facilities. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial Oil & Gas Permit Modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document identifies the public agency approving the project and the agency carrying it out, California Resources Corporation.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01095 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01095 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/15/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01095. The project involves E&B Natural Resources Management Corp. proposing to abandon one well in the Poso Creek Oilfield located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered a ministerial minor activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01012 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01012 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/29/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01012. The project involves reworking the existing well 8224A-2 by running an inner casing string and adding perforations, with no new pipelines proposed. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the work is considered a minor rework and ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00641 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00641 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00641 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (786BU-33) to repair injector casing and cement squeeze casing holes, with no new pipelines proposed. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 05/27/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00896 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00896 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00896 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the Chicago Crude 155 well in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 26, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01046 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01046 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 08/03/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01046. The project involves reworking the existing well 537CR3-34 with casing repair and no new pipelines. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00196
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00196: This Notice of Exemption document, received for filing on 02/03/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00196. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for McKittrick Unit 1 109 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00807 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00807 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00807 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforation job converting from Cyclic Steam to Oil and Gas, approved by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 26, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00005 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00005 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00005 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a proposed project by California Resources Corporation to drill a new well in the Mount Poso Oilfield, with a well depth less than 3,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial O&G permit modification. The notice was received for filing on 01/12/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00833 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00833 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00833 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework of a perforation job and well type change from cyclic steam to oil and gas at Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 23, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00827 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00827 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/24/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00827 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves reworking well P230R in Section 21 of Midway Sunset Field by converting it from cyclic steam to production and adding perforations. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered a minor rework and ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00771 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00771 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00771 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking by adding perforations G230 in Section 21 of the Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on May 27, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00859 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00859 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00859 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a new drill Section 25 10-2, cyclic steam well, and associated pipelines and powerlines. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and California Resources Corporation is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on June 29, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00960 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00960 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, received for filing on 07/10/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00960. The project involves plugging and abandoning the American Naphtha 3783 well in Section 31 of the Kern River Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact for the project is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00774
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00774: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/26/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00774. The project involves reworking well 43W-11G in the Elk Hills field by selectively perforating, acidizing, running a 4.5" slotted liner, and gravel packing. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00978 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00978 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00978 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves the abandonment of 2004N, Sec. 1 Cymric Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 24, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01088 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01088 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01088 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It details a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new oil and gas well (83TR1-29) and install new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/23/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00850 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00850 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00850, filed on 06/08/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, documents Sentinel Peak Resources' plan to relocate three steam generators and associated equipment within Kern County. The project involves construction of new pipelines, power supply adjustments, and site modifications detailed in the site plan. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial minor activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00882 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00882 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00882 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a rework perforate job at Midway Sunset Field in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under local zoning ordinances. The notice was received for filing on July 21, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01009 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01009 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/08/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01009. The project involves drilling a new well (22N-8G) in the Elk Hills Oil field in unincorporated Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document identifies the approving agency, project location, and contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00185 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00185 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, received on 01/13/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00185. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for Welport 152 in the Cymric Oilfield, located in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the department director and details the exempt status and reason for exemption.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00997 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00997 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/20/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00997. The project involves California Resources Corporation proposing to abandon a well located on a previously disturbed well pad in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial Oil & Gas Minor Activity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00825 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00825 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/30/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00825. The project involves California Resources Elk Hills proposing to sidetrack 44E-4G-RD1 in the Elk Hills oil field located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00915 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00915 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/25/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00915. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee C36-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and includes contact information for the approving agency.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00994 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00994 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00994 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves adding perforations to an existing well (Monte Cristo No. 1 50R) in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, citing the project as a minor rework exempt from further environmental review. The document was received for filing on July 15, 2026, and lists Chevron U.S.A. Inc. as the agency carrying out the project.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00979 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00979 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00979 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves abandonment activities at Sec. 1 Cymric Field and is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. The notice was received for filing on July 13, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00828 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00828 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00828 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking a well in the Midway Sunset Field by converting it from cyclic steam to production and adding perforations. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 24, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00910 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00910 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 06/23/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00910. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well McKittrick Front 3120 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and the project executor, Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00860 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00860 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00860 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a new drill Section 25 12-2 cyclic steam well with associated pipelines and powerlines. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and California Resources Corporation is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on June 29, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00788 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00788 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00788 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking an existing well (YOUNG FEE 185) and adding perforations. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and California Resources Corporation is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 2, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00713 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00713 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/26/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00713. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning 10 wells located on existing disturbed well pads in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial minor activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00714 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00714 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/26/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00714. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning 10 wells located on existing disturbed well pads in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial O&G Minor Activity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00925 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00925 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00925 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves reworking an existing well (553A5-33) to repair casing and isolate perforations, with no new pipelines proposed. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/16/2026, with Craig M. Murphy as the contact person.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00836 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00836 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/12/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00836 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves minor rework adding perforations in the Kern River Field, carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. It is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00958 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00958 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00958 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the Green & Whittier A 297 well in the Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 10, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00839 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00839 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated June 12, 2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00839 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves minor rework adding perforations in the Kern River Field, carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is considered ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00986 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00986 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00986 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. It concerns a new drill well in Section 25 2-3 without pipelines, which will be submitted separately. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, carried out by California Resources Corporation. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial O&G Conformity Review. The notice was received for filing on June 15, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00723 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00723 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/30/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00723. The project involves California Resources Corporation abandoning 7 wells located on existing disturbed well pads in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a ministerial O&G Minor Activity Review per Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Contact is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01122 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01122 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/27/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01122. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee C35-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The document includes contact information for the department director and confirms the exemption status.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00964 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00964 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00964 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning a site in McKittrick Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 9, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00875 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00875 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated 06/17/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00875 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves a rework perforate job at Midway Sunset Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the department director and notes the project is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00007 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00007 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, filed on 01/29/2026 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, pertains to project PLO26-00007 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves a new drill Lehmann 49R including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered a ministerial O&G Permit Modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and the project carrier, California Resources Corporation.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00880 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00880 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00880 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforate job at Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 22, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00302 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00302 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 02/13/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00302. The project involves drilling, completion, and installation of infrastructure for a well in Section 34 23-16 of the Lost Hills Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet and is classified as Tier 1. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Crimson Resource Management is carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00109 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00109 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00109 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves drilling, completing, and reworking a new well (8030, Sec. 7 Cymric Field). The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on January 28, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00818 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00818 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00818 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a minor rework to deepen a well in the Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on June 2, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00904 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00904 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00904 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the Vesta 89 well in Section 31 of Kern River. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 9, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00067 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00067 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 01/28/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00067. The project involves a new drill site 7315R2-26S with associated pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt from further environmental review. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01106 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01106 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01106 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a proposal by California Resources Corporation to drill a new oil and gas well and install production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA review under sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 21, 2026, and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00824 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00824 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00824 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill, McDonald 1-3 cyclic steam well, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/13/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01149 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01149 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01149 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It details a proposal by Aera Energy to drill a new oil and gas well (181TE-29) and install new production pipelines in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 2,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/23/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00764 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00764 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) document, dated 05/27/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00764 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves a minor rework sidetrack in the Lost Hills Field, classified as exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines due to its ministerial nature under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact for the project is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01135 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01135 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 07/24/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01135. The project involves abandonment activities for the Santiago Creek Unit 8 ERC well, including plugging, removal of injection string, and final well abandonment with no new drilling or production facilities. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01018 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01018 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01018 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes a minor rework project involving cement squeeze zonal isolation on an existing well 921RR-29 in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 07/29/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00868 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00868 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00868 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves abandoning an existing well (78T-12) with no new disturbance required. It is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. The notice was received for filing on 07/13/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00942 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00942 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00942 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill LC4184-13 with pipelines to be submitted in a future MAR, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The well depth is less than 1,000 feet. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/16/2026 and the contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00761 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00761 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 05/22/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00761. The project involves California Resources Corporation proposing to abandon an existing well (6303-26S) in the Cymric field, located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00906 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00906 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption dated 06/19/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00906. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well McKittrick Unit 1-1-715 in the Cymric Oil Field, Kern County, California. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The notice includes contact information for the department director and confirms no associated infrastructure installation is required.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00989 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00989 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/08/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00989. The project involves California Resources Elk Hills proposing to drill a new well (51X-8G) in the Elk Hills oil field located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial action under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document includes contact information for the approving agency and project proponent.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00020 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00020 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 01/26/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00020. The project involves Aera Energy drilling a new well 1-4RR-19 in the Belridge Tulare Oilfield, including well completion and ancillary facilities installation. The well depth is under 2,000 feet. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with California Resources Corporation carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00881 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00881 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00881 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforate job in the Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on June 22, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00905 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00905 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/30/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00905. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well McKittrick Unit 1-1-823 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is considered a minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00898 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00898 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/22/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00898. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee 139-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00003 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00003 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) for project PLO26-00003 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department describes a new drill site including pipelines, powerlines, sumps, and ancillary equipment. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is a ministerial Oil & Gas Permit Modification under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on January 21, 2026, and the contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00992 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00992 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00992 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking an existing well by adding perforations and converting it to Oil & Gas use at Junction 23R, Section 9, Kern River Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 14, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00389 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00389 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00389 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It concerns the preparation of a well pad and drilling of one new production well (Well ID 18077, CalGEM Well ID SP3-30) in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as it is a ministerial O&G permit modification. The notice was received for filing on 06/22/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00892 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00892 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00892 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning the Lowell-Wible 4025-I well in McKittrick Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 9, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00956 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00956 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/02/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00956. The project involves drilling a new oil and gas well 31W-34S in the Elk Hills Oil field, sharing a well pad with an existing well, using public roads. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial O&G Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01119 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01119 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/09/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01119. The project involves sidetracking an existing waterflood injector well 514DR2-34 in the South Belridge Oilfield, Kern County, California. The project includes drilling a sidetrack, completing at various intervals, and installing ancillary facilities with a well depth under 2,000 feet. The exemption is granted under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as the project is ministerial under Kern County Zoning Ordinance.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00094 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00094 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00094 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves drilling, completing, and reworking a new well in the Cymric Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on January 15, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00932 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00932 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00932 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It pertains to a permit modification for a new drill project LH2093-13 in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 06/15/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00794 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00794 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/01/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00794 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, specifically at 157-040-023. The project involves deepening rework at McKittrick Field (Section 7, 2127). The exemption is granted under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the project is considered ministerial under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. Contact for the project is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00016 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00016 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 01/13/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00016. The project involves drilling a new well (8706i-26S) in the Cymric Oilfield, including well completion and ancillary facilities installation. The well depth is under 2,000 feet. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial Oil & Gas Conformity Review under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with California Resources Corporation carrying out the project. Contact is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01065 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01065 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-01065 from the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It describes the proposed abandonment of an existing well (Bull 26) by TRC Operating Co. Inc. in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves no new land disturbance and is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. The notice was received for filing on 07/23/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01126 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01126 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/28/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01126. The project involves the permanent plugging and abandonment of well Star Fee D36-1 in the Cymric Oil Field, located in unincorporated Kern County. The project is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity. Sentinel Peak Resources California LLC is carrying out the project. The NOE confirms the project does not require installation of associated infrastructure and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00837 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00837 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/12/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00837 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves minor rework adding perforations at Green & Whittier 275, Sec. 31 in the Kern River Field. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The public agency approving the project is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, with Chevron U.S.A. Inc. carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00934 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00934 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00934 issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. It pertains to a permit modification for a new drill (LH5038-13) and updates to the surface location in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The document was received for filing on 07/28/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00931 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00931 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00931 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves abandonment activities at Cymric Field and is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department is the approving agency. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on May 29, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01043 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01043 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption document, dated 08/03/2026, is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01043. The project involves reworking the existing well 8058B-3 with casing repair and no new pipelines. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt from further environmental review. The document includes contact information for the department director and notes the project is carried out by California Resources Corporation.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00392 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00392 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 06/22/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00392. The project involves preparation of a well pad and drilling of one new oil production well (SP6-30) in an unincorporated area of Kern County. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is a ministerial action under the Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00586 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00586 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00586 by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department. The project involves a new drill project for 116TE-28 with a new production line using existing access, with well depth less than 2,000 feet. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is ministerial and exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on 04/13/2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-01157 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-01157 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/16/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-01157. The project involves E&B Natural Resources Management Corp. proposing to abandon one well in the Poso Creek Oilfield located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, as the activity is considered a minor oil and gas activity under Kern County Zoning Ordinance and is ministerial in nature. The contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00870
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00870: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00870 by Holmes Western Oil Corporation to rework the Leutholtz A 285 well in unincorporated Kern County, CA. The project involves sidetracking a new 5-1/2" 17# liner with smaller slot size for sand control. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the exemption under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, citing the project as a ministerial minor rework exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on 07/22/2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00967 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00967 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/14/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00967 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. The project involves reworking an oil and gas well by adding perforations and converting the well type at Junction 126, Section 9, Kern River Field. The project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 as it is considered a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. is carrying out the project. Contact person is Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00890
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00890: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00890 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves plugging and abandoning a site in McKittrick Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor oil and gas activity exempt from further environmental review. The notice was received for filing on July 9, 2026, with contact person Craig M. Murphy, Director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00878 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00878 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00878 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves a rework perforate job in the Midway Sunset Field. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on June 24, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00775 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00775 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00775 titled MAR - Kern River Pipeline located in the unincorporated area of Kern County. It is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department and carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The project is exempt under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a minor oil and gas activity review. The notice was received for filing on 06/26/2026 and includes contact information for the department director.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00826 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00826 Kern County: This document is a Notice of Exemption for project PLO26-00826 located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. The project involves reworking well G240, Sec. 21 Midway Sunset Field by converting it from cyclic steam to production and adding perforations. The Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department approved the project, which is carried out by Chevron U.S.A. Inc. The exemption is based on Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines, indicating the project is a minor rework exempt under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The notice was received for filing on July 8, 2026.
Notice of Exemption PLO26-00852 Kern County
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AI Summary for Notice of Exemption PLO26-00852 Kern County: This Notice of Exemption (NOE) dated 07/14/2026 is issued by the Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department for project PLO26-00852. The project involves reworking well 31-8G in the Elk Hills oil field by gravel packing a 3.50" slotted liner within an existing 5.50" slotted liner. The project is located in the unincorporated area of Kern County, California. It is exempt from environmental review under Sections 21080(b)(1) and 15268 of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial minor rework under Kern County Zoning Ordinance. The approving agency is Kern County Planning and Natural Resources Department, and the project is carried out by California Resources Corporation.
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