CA AB2091

Exempts changes in use from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review when park districts or the Great Redwood Trail Agency provide public access to preexisting roads, trails, pathways, parking areas, and converted rail lines for nonmotorized recreation without physical alterations.

Requires lead agencies to hold a public meeting with at least 30 days' notice posted on their website and at the project site, offering remote participation, before approving any exempt change in use.

Limits the exemption to areas used exclusively for nonmotorized recreation (hiking, walking, biking, equestrian use, nature viewing) that do not cause significant adverse impacts to tribal cultural resources or endangered or threatened species.

Requires lead agencies to file a notice with the State Clearinghouse and county clerk if they determine a change in use is exempt under this provision and approve it.

Automatically repeals on January 1, 2030, and provides that no state reimbursement is required because local agencies have authority to levy fees or service charges to cover mandated costs.