Biological Resources Management

Our in-house biologists can tailor a work plan to meet your needs, from the simplest habitat assessments to the most complex regulatory permits.

Case Study

Planning, Permitting, Construction Monitoring, and Biological Mitigation Services for Warehouse Project in Desert Hot Springs

FCS prepared an Addendum to the Desert Hot Springs General Plan EIR and technical studies for a 653,442-square-foot e-commerce warehouse project on 94.62 acres of undeveloped land. Biological studies included habitat assessments, rare plant surveys, jurisdictional delineation, and surveys for special-status species such as desert tortoise, burrowing owl, and desert kit fox.

FCS’s collaborative approach and solid relationships with our clients give us unique insight into your project, leading to faster and more cost-effective approvals.

With an in-depth understanding of compliance and local and regional plan elements, FCS has the in-house talent to oversee the installation, long-term monitoring, and overall compliance of habitat mitigation and monitoring plans for pre- and post-construction plan elements.

Biological Resources Management

Arboriculture Services
Biological Surveys and Assessments
Construction Monitoring and Reporting
Endangered Species Act Compliance (ESA Section 7/10)
Habitat Characterizations, Mapping, and Impact Analyses
Habitat Conservation Plans (ESA Section 10)
Mitigation and Restoration Plans
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plans (MSHCPs)
Pre-construction Surveys
Resource Management Plans
Special-Status Species Surveys
Rare Plant Surveys and Reporting

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Biological Resources Regulatory Permitting

Clean Water Act Compliance (RWQCB Section 401/WDR and USACE Section 404)
Regulatory Permitting (RWQCB Section 401/USACE Section 404/CDFW Section 1602)
Endangered Species Act Compliance (ESA Section 7/10)
Wetlands Delineations and Permitting
Habitat Conservation Plans (ESA Section 10)
Jurisdictional/Wetland Delineations and Reporting
Permitting Mitigation Consultation
Incidental Take Permits

The FCS Biological Resources Management Team

Robert Carroll

Senior Biologist

Dr. Dana DePietro, RPA

Director of Biological and Cultural Resources Management

Dr. Michael Tuma

Principal Biologist

Joseph Vu

Senior Biologist

55+

Years of Combined Biological Resources Management Expertise

55+

Years of Combined Biological Resources Management Expertise

Select Projects

California State Park Desert Tortoise Survey

FirstCarbon Solutions (FCS) biologists conducted a 2024 survey of Mojave desert tortoises in a 2,955-acre Los Angeles County state park, comparing data with a 2004 study to assess habitat quality, threats, and conservation strategies.

Stanislaus County Creek Maintenance Project

FirstCarbon Solutions conducted environmental assessments and management planning for an 8,000-foot creek maintenance project in Stanislaus County, CA, ensuring CEQA compliance, biological resource protection, and regulatory permitting support.

Contra Costa County Mixed Use Project Environmental Assessment

FirstCarbon Solutions (FCS) conducted environmental assessments and permitting for a 14.66-acre mixed-use redevelopment in Contra Costa County, CA, supporting EIR compliance, habitat restoration, and stormwater management improvements.

Solano County Footbridge Project

FirstCarbon Solutions (FCS) led environmental assessments, permitting, and mitigation planning for a pedestrian bridge project in Solano County, CA, including habitat restoration, invasive species removal, and regulatory compliance support.

How we can help

In an ever-changing regulatory and sustainability environment, FCS understands the challenges you face. Our highly qualified environmental specialists, energy management consultants, and technical experts deliver integrated, industry-specific solutions that move your project forward—so that you can focus on what matters.

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