• A completed project questionnaire form (FG2024)
• The appropriate application fee as specified in the current fee schedule

What happens after you notify DFG?

After DFG determines that your notification is complete, it has a minimum of 30 days to review your project unless the deadline has been extended by mutual agreement.

During this time, DFG staff may visit the project site to help them determine whether your project would harm fish or wildlife resources.

If DFG determines that your proposed project or a activity would not cause any harm, you will be notified that a Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement is not required.

If, however, DFG determines that your proposed project or activity could have substantial adverse effects on fish or wildlife, you will receive a list of steps you will need to take to protect these resources. DFG staff will work with you to try to find a mutually acceptable solution.

DFG may not sign the agreement until the project as described in the draft agreement is reviewed pursuant to CEQA, unless it is otherwise exempt from CEQA review. The timelines under CEQA begin when DFG receives the draft Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement signed by you.

After you and the DFG have signed a Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement and you have completed all other legal requirements, you may begin your project or activity.

Contact DFG before you start!

You are encouraged to consult with DFG staff in the region where your project or activity will occur to find out whether DFG is likely to have any concerns

DFG staff may be able to suggest ways to modify your project that would eliminate or reduce harmful impacts to fish and wildlife resources. Modifying your project may also reduce the cost of your project and shorten the time required to complete the Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement and CEQA processes.

You can get more information from the Central Coast Region Office located at 7329 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558, (707) 944-5500. Or via their website.

The Sotoyome RCD in conjunction with Gold Ridge RCD, Mendocino County RCD, and the Department of Fish & Game is planning a workshop on the application process for Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreements and 1600 permits. It is tentatively scheduled for _________ For more information on this workshop please contact the Sotoyome RCD at (707) 569-1448

The Sotoyome Resource Conservation District newsletter is published quarterly by the RCD with input from NRCS staff. Comments and suggestions are welcome at sotorcd@sonic.net or (707) 569-1448.

Participation in the programs of the RCD and NRCS is voluntary. All programs are offered on a nondiscriminatory basis, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, martial status or disability.

RCD Staff

• Kerry Williams, District Manager
• Elin Martinez, Office Manager
• Sierra Cantor, Creek Stewardship Coordinator Tegner Weiseth - Student Intern