Each state agency is required to consult with DFG for certain projects subject to CEQA. This ensures that the proposed action will not jeopardize any threatened and endangered species. DFG issues a written finding on whether the proposed action or project will jeopardize a threatened and endangered species, or threaten habitat in a way that would jeopardize the threatened and endangered species.
If jeopardy is determined, DFG specifies alternatives in its biological opinion to prevent jeopardy to the species or habitat. In the case of plants, alternatives suggested are consistent with the Native Plant Protection Act. The burden falls on the lead State agency in determining possible jeopardy, and in forming appropriate alternatives and mitigation plans. If an incidental take finding is made, DFG suggests measures to minimize the adverse impacts.
If the threatened and endangered species are also federally listed, then the lead State agency and DFG cooperate fully with either the NMFS or USFWS in developing a federal biological opinion.
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