California Public Resources Code

§ 21080.49

PRC § 21080.49 Effective Jun 30, 2025Div. 13 · Ch. 2.6

Statute text

This division does not apply to any of the following wildfire risk reduction projects, if the project is in compliance with all other applicable laws, ordinances, and zoning requirements:

(a)A project consisting of a prescribed fire or fuel reduction to reduce wildfire risk by reestablishing the fire return interval appropriate to the ecosystem for biodiversity or other benefits, excluding projects located on coastal sage scrub habitat or any other sensitive habitat. In order to qualify for the exemption established pursuant to this subdivision, all of the following requirements shall be met:

(1)The project shall not exceed 50 contiguous acres and shall be located within one-half mile of a subdivision of 30 or more dwelling units.

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Legislative history

Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 24, Sec. 11. (SB 131) Effective June 30, 2025.