Boundary Vegetation Modification, Fuel Reduction, Defensible Space Work

Summary

SCH Number
2020020416
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Boundary Vegetation Modification, Fuel Reduction, Defensible Space Work
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
2/21/2020
Document Description
Reduce fuels and conduct vegetation modification and defensible space work in Mount Tamalpais State Park to reduce fire risk and address boundary tree hazards. Work will occur within the defensible space zone of 130 feet from structures, within a distance where an identified hazard tree threatens a structure, and where dead trees and woody flammable fuels increase fire risk. This project includes maintenance and limited expansion of existing vegetation modification zones including, but not limited to, the Throckmorton Ridge and Mountain Theatre zones. Work may be done by State Parks, contracted crews working for State Parks, or park neighbors (or their contractors) along the park boundary through issuance of Right of Entry Permits. Work will use hand or power tools to complete the following: • Remove dead trees and live trees with poor vigor or structure; • Thin remaining trees and shrubs; • Remove ladder fuels by pruning the branches on trees and shrubs up to 10 feet above ground; • Remove, chip, and/or pile burn all downed woody fuel greater than 1-inch diameter; • Lop and scatter twigs less than 1-inch diameter; • Remove dead organic matter and/or plant parts on, under, or in contact with any structures; and • Cut grass to 4 inches high or less.

Contact Information

Name
Cyndy Shafer
Agency Name
California Department of Parks and Recreation, Bay Area District
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency

Name
Agency Name
California Department of Parks and Recreation, Bay Area District
Contact Types
Project Applicant

Location

Counties
Marin
Regions
San Francisco Bay Area
Other Location Info
Mount Tamalpais State Park

Notice of Exemption

Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class: 4 Section: 15304
Reasons for Exemption
Project consists of minor public alterations of land and vegetation that does not involve the removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees except for forestry purposes, and is included as “resource management projects” in the Department of Parks and Recreation’s list of exempt activities in accordance with CCR § 15300.4.

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