California SB 1061 allows relocation of up to 10 Western Joshua trees without mitigation fees

Original title: Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act: relocation.

August 13, 2026

Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act environmental regulation wildlife conservation land use California WesternJoshuaTreeConservationAct relocation

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The Frame

What this does

This change reduces the regulatory cost and administrative burden for property owners or developers seeking to move a small number of Western Joshua trees, provided they adhere to specific scientific relocation guidelines.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property owners

They may apply for permits to relocate a limited number of trees without paying mitigation fees.

Department of Fish and Wildlife

The department is tasked with reviewing permit applications, maintaining a list of issued permits, and monitoring the success of relocations.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill authorizes the Department of Fish and Wildlife to issue permits for the relocation of up to 10 Western Joshua trees from a single parcel without requiring the payment of fees. To qualify, applicants must ensure the trees are moved within 2.5 kilometers of their original site and comply with state-adopted .

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I still have to pay fees if I move more than 10 trees?

Yes, the fee exemption only applies to the relocation of up to 10 individual trees per parcel.

How far can I move a Western Joshua tree under this new permit?

The tree must be relocated within 2.5 kilometers of its original location.

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Connected Entities

organizationDepartment of Fish and Wildlife“The state agency responsible for issuing permits and overseeing relocation proto”Map →

otherWestern Joshua Tree Conservation Act“The existing state law governing the protection and taking of Western Joshua tre”Map →

Sources

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