California AB679 amends real property acquisition rules for Big Basin Redwoods, Año Nuevo, and Butano State Parks.

California AB679 amends the Government Code and Public Resources Code to streamline the acquisition of real property for Big Basin Redwoods, Año Nuevo, and Butano State Parks. The bill mandates public meetings and notifications for acquisitions over $500,000. It sets fair market value limits and requires appraisals before negotiations. The Department of Parks and Recreation must notify local authorities and landowners. The bill also outlines reporting requirements and specifies that it does not apply to conservation easements. It remains in effect until January 1, 2033.

California AB679 amends real property acquisition rules for Big Basin Redwoods, Año Nuevo, and Butano State Parks.

California AB679 amends the Government Code and Public Resources Code to streamline the acquisition of real property for Big Basin Redwoods, Año Nuevo, and Butano State Parks. The bill mandates public meetings and notifications for acquisitions over $500,000. It sets fair market value limits and requires appraisals before negotiations. The Department of Parks and Recreation must notify local authorities and landowners. The bill also outlines reporting requirements and specifies that it does not apply to conservation easements. It remains in effect until January 1, 2033.