Moraga, CA · Contra Costa County
Biologist’s Statement of Habitat
A qualified biologist completes this statement to help determine whether a project site contains habitat for a proposed SB 9 or SB 35 project.
What this form is
The Town of Moraga Planning Department uses this statement to determine whether a site proposed for an SB 9 or SB 35 development or subdivision contains habitat. A qualified biologist must visit the site, make a habitat determination, and provide the required statement and supporting materials. The form asks for the project address, parcel numbers, habitat responses, and the biologist’s qualifications and signed attestation.
Who needs it
Applicants seeking Planning clearance for an SB 9 housing development, filing an SB 9 urban lot split, or applying under SB 35 need a qualified biologist to prepare this statement.
How to submit it
Submit the statement and required attachments to the Moraga Planning Department at 329 Rheem Boulevard, Moraga, CA 94556, or email [email protected].
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the qualified biologist signs and dates the attestation, and the text does not require a notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Form
Download the Biologist’s Statement of Habitat PDF.
- 2
Complete The Statement
Have a qualified biologist enter the project site details, answer the habitat questions, and sign and date the attestation.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Attach the biologist’s statement materials, including site visit dates, an existing site plan, literature review, habitat analysis, and proof of qualifications.
- 4
Submit To The Planning Department
Submit the statement and attachments to the Moraga Planning Department at its listed address or email.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Biologist’s Statement of Habitat for?
- It helps determine whether a site proposed for an SB 9 or SB 35 development or subdivision contains habitat as defined in the form.
- Who completes the habitat statement?
- A qualified biologist conducts a site visit, makes the habitat determination, and provides the signed statement and required supporting materials.
- Do I need a notary for the Biologist’s Statement of Habitat?
- No. The qualified biologist signs and dates the attestation without a notary; the form does not require a notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Biologist’s Statement of Habitat?
- Submit the statement and required attachments to the Moraga Planning Department at 329 Rheem Boulevard, Moraga, CA 94556, or email [email protected].
Need something notarized?
This Biologist’s Statement of Habitat doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Moraga form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.