Leases & Permits

Please contact us for assistance prior to submitting an application, particularly for projects that may involve new construction, reconstruction or improvement modifications. Please submit the fees outlined in the application and ensure you return all of the application pages.

• Short Form Application – for uses such as recreation, protective structures, and lease renewals
• Standard Application – Commercial and Industrial use applicants
• Guidelines for the Standard Application

In partnership with the Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, the Commission is administering the Tomales Bay Mooring Program. Please contact us for assistance or to request a copy of the lease application.

• Application

Applications must include the below information. Please contact us if you have questions.

1. A description and map of the state lands involved.
2. The applicant’s name, address, and citizenship status. If the applicant is a corporation, the corporate name and status, the name of the president, the secretary, and an officer authorized to execute contracts and leases and receive service of process.
3. A description of the proposed survey method.
4. The dates when the survey will start and finish.
5. The purpose for conducting the survey.

• Application

• Application
• Guidelines
• Special requirements for Geothermal or Mineral Prospecting Permits
• Assignment form for Oil & Gas Lease