The Department of Environmental Review and Assessment (DERA)
is the central point of contact for processing environmental review in the County of Sacramento.
DERA prepares CEQA and NEPA environmental documents for all privately and publicly initiated projects.
In order to ensure objectivity in the environmental review process,
DERA does not accept documents prepared by project proponents.
Environmental documents include:
Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, Environmental Assessments,
Environmental Impact Reports, and Environmental Impact Statements.
DERA is also responsible for posting public notices that are required under CEQA and NEPA.
Environmental issues are located in the CEQA Initial Study Checklist.
MISSION
Our department’s primary mission is To implement the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in an objective and unbiased manner.
To produce clear, concise, objective and legally defensible environmental documents for use by decision makers and the general public.
To formulate reasonable mitigation measures and project alternatives that avoid, minimize, rectify or compensate for adverse impacts to the environment.
To provide quality customer service in a timely and efficient manner.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Department of Environmental Review and Assessment implements the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as they apply to Sacramento County and provides the following services: Prepares or assists in the preparation and processing of environmental documents for all projects initiated by various county departments. Reviews environmental documents prepared by other entities and coordinates the review of such documents by other departments of the County. The department acts as a clearinghouse for comments by all concerned county departments and prepares a coordinated response for those entities. Reviews all projects initiated by the private sector that require public agency approval. Provides mitigation monitoring and reporting programs in accordance with the Public Resources Code and adopted county ordinances.
- Staff Directories:
- DERA Organization Charts: