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Surface Leasing Application

So that staff of the California State Lands Commission (CSLC) can provide assistance with the application process, especially for projects that may involve new construction, reconstruction or modification of improvements on lands under the jurisdiction of the CSLC, please contact the CSLC's Land Management Division at (916) 574-1940 for assistance prior to submitting an application. Your cooperation is appreciated.

Application Index

  • Guidelines pdf format Word format
    • Land Ownership Determination
    • Leasing Policies
    • California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
    • Time Constraints/Completeness of Application
    • Submittal of Fees pdf format Word format
    • Miscellaneous Information
    • Accommodations for the Deaf and Hearing Impaired
  • Instructions
    • Notice
    • Processing
    • Costs
    • Miscellaneous
    • Definitions
  • Application Form pdf format Word format

Please submit the fees as outlined on pages iv and v of the Application Guidelines. You only need to return pages 1-11 of the application which consists of the following parts:

  • Part I: General Data
    • Section A: Identification of Applicant
    • Section B: Legal Status of Applicant
    • Section C: Type of Project and Authorization
    • Section D: Project Location
    • Section E: Property Description
    • Section F: Other Governmental Jurisdiction
  • Part II: Specific Project Information
    • Section A: Existing Conditions
    • Section B: Project Description
      • Subsection 1: For all projects
      • Subsection 2: For specific types of projects
        • a) Marinas and other multiple berthing facilities.
        • b) Launch ramps and other launching facilities.
        • c) Dredging and dredge material disposal.
      • Subsection 3: Project Siting and Feasibility
      • Subsection 4: Public Benefit
  • Part III: Project Environmental Data
    • Section A: Environmental Setting
    • Section B: Assessment of Environmental Impacts
    • Section C: State Lands Commission as a Responsible Agency
  • Part IV: Signature and Certification