California SB831 amends the Public Resources Code to enhance forest management practices and geologic hazard assessments.

California SB831 amends the Public Resources Code to revise forest management practices and geologic hazard assessments. It introduces new guidelines for timber operations, including restrictions on tree harvesting and postharvest conditions. The bill also mandates the development of seismic hazard zone maps and requires disclosure of properties within these zones during real estate transactions. Additionally, it outlines the roles and responsibilities of various state agencies in monitoring and mitigating geologic hazards.

California SB831 amends the Public Resources Code to enhance forest management practices and geologic hazard assessments.

California SB831 amends the Public Resources Code to revise forest management practices and geologic hazard assessments. It introduces new guidelines for timber operations, including restrictions on tree harvesting and postharvest conditions. The bill also mandates the development of seismic hazard zone maps and requires disclosure of properties within these zones during real estate transactions. Additionally, it outlines the roles and responsibilities of various state agencies in monitoring and mitigating geologic hazards.