The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) was adopted in 1970 and incorporated in the Public Resources Code Section 21000-21177.

California Environmental Quality Act document fees are pursuant to Fish and Game Code §711.4(a),(b),(c) and (e).

CEQA applies to projects undertaken, funded, or requiring an issuance of a permit by a public agency.

Its basic purposes are to:

• Inform government decision-makers and the public about the potentially significant environmental effects of proposed activities.

• Identify ways that environmental damage can be avoided or significantly reduced.

• Require changes in the project through the use of alternatives or mitigation measures when feasible, and disclose to the public the reasons why a project was approved if significant environmental effects are involved.

Notice of Determination (NOD) and Notice of Exemption (NOE) 

To file a CEQA notice such as Notice of Determination or Notice of Exemption, we require the original document with an original signature and three (3) copies. Please make sure the document clearly lists the following:

• Lead agency labeled as such with address and phone number

• Applicant labeled as such with address and phone number

• Project title

• Signature and date of agency approving the project (must be original)

For Notices of Determination, the fee required by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife as indicated under Environmental Fees must be included in the check or money order payment. If a Fish and Wildlife fee was previously paid, the Notice of Determination should be accompanied a receipt of the transaction. It must be attached to the original document and all copies.

Public Postings

For public postings such as Notice of Preparation, Notice of Completion, Notice of Public Hearing, Notice of Availability or Notice of Intent, there is no fee for posting. We will stamp them as received and then post.

At this time, the Clerk-Recorder’s office does not have the ability to receive CEQA filings electronically. Please submit each filing in person or by U.S. mail.

**Including, but not limited to, the Forest Practice Rules and timber harvest plans, and other state agency regulatory programs (PRC §21080.5).