Environmental Consulting · California
Biological consulting that keeps projects moving and habitats protected.
Monk & Associates is a specialized environmental consulting firm providing biological surveys, permitting, and compliance support for public and private projects across Northern California.
WHO WE ARE
Small by design, trusted for complex projects.
Monk & Associates is an environmental consulting firm focused on biological resources. We are known for solving problems with integrity—working alongside our clients and regulatory agencies to find solutions that work for both development and sensitive resources.
SERVICES
Our Core Services
Monk & Associates is an environmental consulting firm focused on biological resources. We are known for solving problems with integrity—working alongside our clients and regulatory agencies to find solutions that work for both development and sensitive resources.
Biological surveys
Special-status species & habitat
Protocol-level surveys, habitat mapping, nesting bird surveys, and focused assessments tailored to project needs.
Regulatory permitting
State & federal approvals
Agency-ready reports and applications that stand up to technical and legal review.
Compliance & mitigation
Construction support
Practical recommendations in the field so crews can keep working while staying compliant.
Who We Serve
Biological consulting for public and private sector clients.
We support project proponents, public agencies, and conservation partners through planning, design, entitlement, and construction.
Residential & mixed-use development
Transportation & infrastructure
Utilities & pipelines
School & community facilities
Open space districts & land trusts
Habitat conservation & mitigation banks
Our process
From site assessment through construction, we stay with your project.
Clear steps, transparent communication, and early coordination with agencies are central to how we work.
Step 1
Understand Site Conditions
We review existing data, visit the site, and identify biological resources, potential constraints, and permitting triggers before you finalize design.
Step 2
Align design & permitting
We work with your team to avoid, minimize, and mitigate impacts, preparing agency-ready reports, permit applications, and supporting studies.
Step 2
Implement & monitor
Our biologists provide pre-construction surveys, training, and monitoring, followed by reporting and mitigation performance tracking.
Representative projects
Permit-ready biology for highly regulated projects.
Our biologists have supported bridge replacements, pipeline repairs, mixed-use developments, and habitat restoration projects throughout the region.
Why choose US
Technical depth, regulatory insight, and a collaborative approach.
With decades of biological consulting experience, we focus on practical solutions backed by sound science and clear communication.
Bobcat Flat Phase III River Restoration
Environmental permitting and biological surveys supporting river restoration and salmon habitat enhancement.
Napa Valley USD School Development
Environmental permitting, wetland mitigation, and biological services for large-scale school construction.
Sonoma Raceway Wetland Restoration
Permitting, habitat assessments, wetland creation, and long-term biological monitoring services.
Stonebridge Housing Development
Environmental permits and endangered species surveys for residential development and preserve areas.
Bobcat Flat Phase III River Restoration
Environmental permitting and biological surveys supporting river restoration and salmon habitat enhancement.
Napa Valley USD School Development
Environmental permitting, wetland mitigation, and biological services for large-scale school construction.
Sonoma Raceway Wetland Restoration
Permitting, habitat assessments, wetland creation, and long-term biological monitoring services.
Stonebridge Housing Development
Environmental permits and endangered species surveys for residential development and preserve areas.
Contact US
Start a conversation with our team.
Share a few details about your project and a Monk & Associates biologist will follow up to discuss biological needs, schedule, and next steps.