Environmental Compliance & Biological Assessment

A qualified biologist will conduct a comprehensive ecological assessment to evaluate streamside habitats and support a request for reduced setbacks, ensuring alignment with environmental regulations under the California Environmental Quality Act. The work involves detailed field surveys, analysis of sensitive species and riparian ecosystems, and the preparation or technical support of either an Environmental Impact Report or a Negative Declaration to document findings and mitigation measures. The assessment must address potential impacts to water quality, fish and wildlife, and vegetation, with the goal of achieving regulatory compliance while enabling project feasibility. The contract is a subcontract under Humboldt County’s environmental compliance initiative, with performance focused on the 95542 zip code area, and is classified under NAICS code 541620 for environmental consulting services.