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Public Comment Sought on Incidental Take Permits for Residential and Agricultural Projects Affecting Protected Species in Southern California

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Ventura Fish and Wildlife Office), part of the Department of the Interior, is seeking public comment on applications for incidental take permits (ITPs) under the Endangered Species Act for two projects in Southern California. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Ventura Fish and Wildlife Office - Projects and Applicants: - Moorpark 67, LLC: Requesting an ITP for the coastal California gnatcatcher related to a 68-acre mixed-density residential development in Moorpark, Ventura County - Johnny Brand of Brand Partnerships: Requesting an ITP for the California red-legged frog and southwestern pond turtle related to agricultural activities in Carpinteria, Santa Barbara County - Products/Services Requested: - Incidental take permits for federally listed species - Habitat conservation planning, including avoidance, minimization, and mitigation measures - Conservation easements, habitat restoration, and enhancement as part of the Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs) - Notable Requirements: - Implementation of conservation easements and habitat restoration/enhancement on specified acreage - Public comment period for environmental compliance and review of the proposed HCPs - No specific OEMs or commercial products are being procured; the opportunity is for public input on environmental permitting and conservation planning

Description

The Fish and Wildlife Service has received an application from Moorpark 67, LLC for an incidental take permit under the Endangered Species Act. The permit is requested to allow incidental take of the federally listed coastal California gnatcatcher during residential development in the City of Moorpark, Ventura County, California. The application includes a proposed habitat conservation plan with measures to avoid, minimize, and mitigate impacts, including conservation easements and habitat restoration. The Service is seeking public comments on the application and has preliminarily determined the action may qualify for a categorical exclusion under NEPA. Comments are due by July 13, 2026.

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