LSA Documentation Identification Tool
This tool was developed by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) to help cannabis cultivators obtain the appropriate Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) documentation for their cultivation operation.
If you need to check on the status of an existing notification, or you have questions about the results of this questionnaire, please reach out to your Regional LSA Contact.
As you fill out this questionnaire, please note that any river, stream, or lake includes those that are episodic (they are dry for periods of time) as well as those that are perennial (they flow year-round).
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Note: This tool is designed to assist (1) cultivators with an existing LSA agreement and (2) those who have never received an LSA agreement or written verification one is not needed. It is not intended for those who have already received written verification (Self-Certification, No Agreement Needed, Notification Not Required, or OpLaw letters).
Have all LSA ProjectsLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. included in the agreementA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW. been completed?
Important note: Water diversions may require an active, non-expired LSA agreement. If your agreement includes a water diversion and the diversion will continue, answer "no."
Do you have any new LSA ProjectsLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. that require notification?
NO LONGER LINKED IN TOOL - Do you need to amendRefers to a “minor amendment” or “major amendment” as defined in 14 CCR § 699.5.
A minor amendment is one that would not significantly modify the scope or nature of any project covered by the agreement or any measure included in the agreement to protect fish and wildlife resources, as determined by CDFW, or an amendment to transfer the agreement to another entity by changing the name of the entity to the name of the transferee.
A major amendment is one that would significantly modify the scope or nature of any project covered by the agreement or any measure included in the agreement to protect fish and wildlife resources, or require additional environmental review, as determined by CDFW. or extendAs prescribed in section 1605 of the Fish and Game Code, the permittee may request that CDFW extend the term of an LSA agreement, provided the request is received by CDFW in writing prior to the agreement’s expiration. Previously approved agreements may only be extended one time for a maximum of five years. your agreementA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW.?
Examples of an amendment may include modifications to the scope or nature of the project, modifications to any measure in the agreement to protect fish and wildlife resources, or transferring the agreement to another entity.
Examples of an extension may include more time needed to complete projects in your agreement or additional time due to a continuous water diversion.
Submit amendment request or new notification.
An LSA ProjectLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. may not be added to an agreementA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW. unless the agreement specifies otherwise (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 699.5(l)(1)(c)).
If your agreement states LSA Projects can be added, submit an amendment request, with applicable fees, prior to the agreement's expiration date.
If your agreement does not state LSA Projects can be added, you will need to submit a new notification. To determine which LSA agreement you will need, please click the “continue” button below.
If you are unsure whether your agreement states that LSA Projects can be added, please reach out to your LSA Regional Contact.
Do you need more time to complete the LSA ProjectsLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. included in your agreementA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW. before the agreement expires?
Answer "yes" if your agreement includes a water diversion and the diversion will continue past the expiration date of your current agreement.
Do you need to incorporate any changes into the existing agreementA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW.?
Examples of changes may include modifications to the scope or nature of the project, such as adding a new activity to the agreement, modifications to any measure in the agreement, such as changing work completion dates or seasonal work periods, or transferring the agreement to another entityAny person, state or local government agency, or public utility that is subject to the notification requirement in section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code..
Do you need to incorporate any changes into the existing agreementA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW.?
Examples of changes may include modifications to the scope or nature of the project, such as adding a new LSA ProjectLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. to the agreement, modifications to any measure in the agreement, such as changing work completion dates or work periods, or transferring the agreement to another entityAny person, state or local government agency, or public utility that is subject to the notification requirement in section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code..
Do you have any LSA ProjectsLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake.?
Will commercial cannabis cultivationAny activity involving the planting, growing, harvesting, drying, curing, grading, or trimming of cannabis that requires licensing by the Department of Cannabis Control. occur, or is it occurring, exclusively indoors in a structure with a permanent roof, permanent walls, and an impermeable floor?
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Does your LSA ProjectLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. meet all of the following specifications?
1) Will not occur on or in a finfish stream or lake“Finfish” means any species of bony fish. Finfish do not include mollusks, crustaceans, amphibians, or invertebrates.
“Finfish stream or lake” means any stream or lake where finfish are always or seasonally present..
2) Will not result in the takeTo hunt, pursue, catch, capture, or kill, or attempt to hunt, pursue, catch, capture, or kill. of a listed or fully protected speciesAny native plant species listed as rare under the Native Plant Protection Act (Fish & G. Code, § 1900 et seq.; Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 670.2); any species that is listed or is a candidate for listing under the California Endangered Species Act (Fish & G. Code, § 2080 et seq.; Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, §§ 670.2, 670.5); or any fully protected species (Fish & G. Code, §§ 3511, 4700, 5050, 5515)..
3) Is not the subject of a complaint or order by CDFW under section 12025 of the Fish and Game Code, a complaint filed by a city attorney, District Attorney, the Attorney General, or an order by a court.
Does your LSA ProjectLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. only include the construction, reconstruction,The major repair or complete replacement of an existing stream crossing or water diversion where any new structure:
(1) will be located on the same site as the structure replaced or repaired and will have substantially the same purpose as the structure replaced or repaired, and
(2) will minimize or avoid direct and indirect adverse impacts on fish and wildlife resources compared to the existing structure. maintenance, or repair of a stream crossing (a culvert, bridge, or rock ford), or a water diversion that is related to your cannabis cultivation?
Please reach out to your LSA Regional Contact and inquire about receiving a Letter of Completed Work for your agreement.
Submit a new notification for your LSA ProjectLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake..
To determine which LSA agreement you will need, please click continue.
Submit both amendmentRefers to a “minor amendment” or “major amendment” as defined in 14 CCR § 699.5.
A minor amendment is one that would not significantly modify the scope or nature of any project covered by the agreement or any measure included in the agreement to protect fish and wildlife resources, as determined by CDFW, or an amendment to transfer the agreement to another entity by changing the name of the entity to the name of the transferee.
A major amendment is one that would significantly modify the scope or nature of any project covered by the agreement or any measure included in the agreement to protect fish and wildlife resources, or require additional environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act, as determined by CDFW. and extensionAs prescribed in section 1605 of the Fish and Game Code, the permittee may request that CDFW extend the term of an LSA agreement, provided the request is received by CDFW in writing prior to the agreement’s expiration. Previously approved agreements may only be extended one time for a maximum of five years. If CDFW determines that the agreement requires modification because the measures contained in the agreement no longer protect the fish and wildlife resources that the activity may substantially adversely affect, CDFW will propose measures intended to protect those resources. requests, with applicable fees, prior to your agreement'sA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW. expiration date.
Extending your existing agreement will give you additional time to complete all LSA ProjectsLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. included in the agreement. If your existing agreement includes a water diversion, an extension will allow you to continue diverting water for up to 5 more years.
Please note that agreements may only be extended one time. If your agreement has already been extended once, you will need to submit a new LSA notification to complete your LSA Projects or continue diverting water.
Amendments allow modifications to existing agreements. You can add new activities, request changes to measures in the agreement, or transfer an agreement to another entityAny person, state or local government agency, or public utility that is subject to the notification requirement in section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.. Please note that an LSA Project may not be added to an agreement by amendment unless the agreement specifies otherwise (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 699.5(l)(1)(c)).
If your agreement does not state LSA Projects can be added, you will need to submit a new notification. To determine which LSA agreement you will need, please click "continue" below.
If you are unsure whether your agreement states that LSA Projects can be added, please reach out to your LSA Regional Contact.
Further Information about Amendment Requests
Submit an extensionAs prescribed in section 1605 of the Fish and Game Code, the permittee may request that CDFW extend the term of an LSA agreement, provided the request is received by CDFW in writing prior to the agreement's expiration. Previously approved agreements may only be extended one time for a maximum of five years. If CDFW determines that the agreement requires modification because the measures contained in the agreement no longer protect the fish and wildlife resources that the activity may substantially adversely affect, CDFW will propose measures intended to protect those resources. request and the applicable fee prior to your agreement'sA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW. expiration date.
Extending your existing agreement will give you additional time to complete all LSA ProjectsLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity (any person, state or local governmental agency, or public utility) must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. included in the agreement. If your existing agreement includes a water diversion, an extension will allow you to continue diverting water for up to 5 more years.
Please note that agreements may only be extended one time. If your agreement has already been extended once, you will need to submit a new LSA notification to complete your LSA Projects or continue diverting water.
Submit an amendmentRefers to a “minor amendment” or “major amendment” as defined in 14 CCR § 699.5.
A minor amendment is one that would not significantly modify the scope or nature of any project covered by the agreement or any measure included in the agreement to protect fish and wildlife resources, as determined by CDFW, or an amendment to transfer the agreement to another entity by changing the name of the entity to the name of the transferee.
A major amendment is one that would significantly modify the scope or nature of any project covered by the agreement or any measure included in the agreement to protect fish and wildlife resources, or require additional environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act, as determined by CDFW. request and the applicable fee prior to your agreement'sA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW. expiration date.
Amendments allow modifications to existing agreements. You can add new activities, request changes to measures in the agreement, or transfer an agreement to another entityAny person, state or local government agency, or public utility that is subject to the notification requirement in section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code..
Please note that an LSA Project may not be added to an agreement by amendment unless the agreement specifies otherwise (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 699.5(l)(1)(c)). If your agreement states LSA Projects can be added, submit an amendment request, with applicable fees, prior to the agreement's expiration date.
If your agreement does not state LSA Projects can be added, you will need to submit a new notification. To determine which LSA agreement you will need, please click "continue" below.
If you are unsure whether your agreement states that LSA Projects can be added, please reach out to your LSA Regional Contact.
You may qualify for Self-Certification.
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Submit a notification and applicable fee for a Standard Agreement.
You may qualify for the General Agreement.
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You have indicated the following:
A) You are inquiring about an existing agreementA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW.;
B) The agreement includes LSA ProjectsLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. that have not been completed;
C) The agreement has not expired;
D) You do not need more time to complete the LSA Projects included in your agreement before the agreement expires; and
E) You do not need to incorporate any changes into your agreement.
It is likely that you answered a previous question incorrectly. Click below to return to the beginning of the questionnaire.
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You have indicated the following:
A) You are not inquiring about an existing agreementA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW.;
B) You do not have an LSA ProjectLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. ;
C) Commercial cannabis cultivationAny activity involving the planting, growing, harvesting, drying, curing, grading, or trimming of cannabis that requires licensing by the Department of Cannabis Control. will not occur, or is not occurring, exclusively indoors in a structure with a permanent roof, permanent walls, and an impermeable floor.
If all of the above is true, you will need to submit a notification for a Standard Agreement. Please click the button below for more information about the Standard Agreement.
If one of the above statements is false, please click the "Return to Questionnaire Start" button below.
Standard Agreement
A Standard Agreement applies to any LSA ProjectLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity (any person, state or local governmental agency, or public utility) must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. that does not qualify for other agreement types (i.e., General Agreement or Routine Maintenance). A Standard Agreement may include activities associated with commercial cannabis cultivationAny activity involving the planting, growing, harvesting, drying, curing, grading, or trimming of cannabis that requires licensing by the Department of Cannabis Control. and water diversions.
Cultivators who do not have an LSA Project and do not qualify for Self-Certification must submit a notification for a Standard Agreement to receive appropriate documentation for Department of Cannabis Control licensing purposes.
Standard Agreement notifications, with applicable fees, must be submitted using the Environmental Permit Information Management System (EPIMS) Permitting Portal. If CDFW determines that notification was not required because your project is not subject to the notification requirement in Fish and Game Code Section 1602, your notification fee will be refunded.
General Agreement
The General Agreement for Cannabis Cultivation applies only to the following activities: the construction, reconstructionThe major repair or complete replacement of an existing stream crossing or water diversion where any new structure:
(1) will be located on the same site as the structure replaced or repaired and will have substantially the same purpose as the structure replaced or repaired, and
(2) will minimize or avoid direct and indirect adverse impacts on fish and wildlife resources compared to the existing structure., maintenance, or repair of stream crossings (a bridge, culvert, or rock ford) or water diversions on non-finfish rivers, streams, and lakes that are or will be used for to commercial cannabis cultivation. If you have an LSA ProjectLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. that is not one of these activities, you will need to submit a notification for a Standard Agreement.
Before submitting a notification for a General Agreement, you will be asked to certify that all activities included in the notification meet specific eligibility criteria. Please read the General Agreement Regulations prior to filling out your notification to ensure you meet these criteria.
General Agreement notifications, with applicable fees, must be submitted using the Environmental Permit Information Management System (EPIMS) Permitting Portal.
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Self-Certification
Self-Certification only applies to commercial cannabis cultivationAny activity involving the planting, growing, harvesting, drying, curing, grading, or trimming of cannabis that requires licensing by the Department of Cannabis Control. occurring exclusively indoors. Please note that if any part of your cultivation is located outdoors, you are ineligible for Self-Certification. If you do not qualify for Self-Certification, please notify for a Standard Agreement.
If approved, a Self-Certification serves as written verification that an LSA Agreement is not required for the purpose of commercial cannabis cultivation licensing from the Department of Cannabis Control.
There is no fee for Self-Certification. Applications for Self-Certification must be submitted through the Environmental Permit Information Management System (EPIMS).
Amendment Requests
You may request that CDFW amend an existing agreementA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW. prior to the agreement’s expiration. If the request is not received prior to the agreement’s expiration, CDFW will be unable to accept the request. In this case, you must submit a new notification in accordance with section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code and obtain a new agreement to begin or continue the work covered by the expired agreement.
You can either request a minor amendment or a major amendment, defined in Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 699.5, based on the requested change.
A minor amendment is one that would not significantly modify the scope or nature of any project covered by the agreement or any measure included in the agreement to protect fish and wildlife resources, as determined by CDFW, or an amendment to transfer the agreement to another entityAny person, state or local government agency, or public utility that is subject to the notification requirement in section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code. by changing the name of the entity to the name of the transferee.
A major amendment is one that would significantly modify the scope or nature of any project covered by the agreement or any measure included in the agreement to protect fish and wildlife resources, or that would add a project that would require additional environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act, as determined by CDFW. Please note that an LSA ProjectLSA Projects are any activities that require notification pursuant to section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code.
An entity must notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following:
1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake.
2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake.
3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. may not be added to an agreement by amendment unless the agreement specifies otherwise (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 699.5(l)(1)(c)).
If you used the Environmental Permit Information Management System (EPIMS) Permitting Portal to receive your agreement, your amendment request must also be submitted using the EPIMS Permitting Portal. For instructions on how to submit an amendment request, please log into your EPIMS account and click "Help" at the top of the EPIMS Main Menu page.
If your agreement was not issued using the EPIMS Permitting Portal and you received a hard copy/"paper" agreement, you will need to submit your amendment request form as a PDF using the EPIMS Document Repository. Please refer to the EPIMS web pagefor more information on the Document Repository and how to register for an EPIMS account.
All amendment requests must be submitted with the applicable fee. Please refer to the current LSA Fee Schedule.
Extension Requests
You may request that CDFW extend the term of an agreementA final Lake or Streambed Alteration (LSA) agreement issued by CDFW., prior to the agreement’s expiration. If the request is not received prior to the agreement’s expiration, CDFW will be unable to accept the request. In this case, you must submit a new notification in accordance with section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code and obtain a new agreement to begin or continue the work covered by the expired agreement. The term of an agreement may only be extended one time for up to five years. If CDFW determines that the agreement requires modification because the measures contained in the agreement no longer protect the fish and wildlife resources that the activity may substantially adversely affect, CDFW will propose measures intended to protect those resources.
If you used the Environmental Permit Information Management System (EPIMS) Permitting Portal to receive your agreement, your extension request must also be submitted using the EPIMS Permitting Portal. For instructions on how to submit an extension request, please log into your EPIMS account and click "Help" at the top of the EPIMS Main Menu page.
If your agreement was not issued using the EPIMS Permitting Portal and you received a hard copy/"paper" agreement, you will need to submit your extension request form (PDF) as a PDF file using the EPIMS Document Repository. Please refer to the EPIMS web page for more information on the Document Repository and how to register for an EPIMS account.
All extension requests must be submitted with the applicable fee. Please refer to the current LSA Fee Schedule.
NOT LINKED IN TOOL - Letter of Completed Work
A Letter of Completed Work (LCW) can be issued when a Permittee has demonstrated all projects authorized by a Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement (agreement) have been completed in accordance with their agreement and there are no other LSA ProjectRefers only to the activities that are subject to the notification requirement in Fish and Game Code Section 1602 and not the overall project. Any activity that may do one or more of the following are subject to the notification requirement: (1) Divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake;(2) Change the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake; (3) Use material from any river, stream, or lake; or (3) Deposit or dispose of material into any river, stream, or lake. Examples of an LSA Project include culvert maintenance or replacement, bridge installation, removal of a dam, bank stabilization, and water diversion which require notification.
An LCW Request can be submitted to CDFW before or after an agreement’s expiration.
Eligibility criteria:
- All projects authorized by the agreement must be complete prior to submitting the LCW request.
- All deliverables and/or photos required by the agreement must be submitted prior to or with the LCW request form.
- Agreement must be accurate and require no changes (e.g., permittee name and organization is accurate, no changes or additional projects are being proposed, etc.).
- Permittee must certify that no additional LSA ProjectsFish and Game Code section 1602 requires any person, State or local governmental agency, or public utility, to notify CDFW before beginning any activity that will do one or more of the following: 1) Substantially divert or obstruct the natural flow of any river, stream, or lake. 2) Substantially change or use any material from the bed, channel, or bank of any river, stream, or lake. 3) Deposit or dispose of debris, waste, or other material containing crumbled, flaked, or ground pavement where it may pass into any river, stream, or lake. Fish and Game Code section 1602 applies to any river, lake, or stream, including those that are perennial, intermittent, or ephemeral. are proposed at the time of request and acknowledge that notification will occur if LSA Projects arise in the future.
To submit a LCW request, send the LCW request form and all required attachments to AskCannabis@wildlife.ca.gov, with "Letter of Completed Work Request" in the subject line.