Placer County, in partnership with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, is offering a bear box grant program for Placer County residents in the Tahoe Basin. Up to $2,200 is available per property owner, any costs above that are the property owner’s responsibility. Grants for installing a bear box on your property will be on a first come first serve basis until funds are depleted or until May 31, 2025, whichever is earlier.
How does it work?
- Contact Placer County by filling out our interest form below or emailing bearboxgrant@placer.ca.gov with your name and address.
- County staff will determine if you are in an eligible area and if funding is still available and notify you.
- Select a bear box from the County’s Approved Bear Box List and an installer.
- You and your selected installer will sign the responsibilities agreement and submit it by email to the County before any work happens.
- The installer will work with you to schedule installation and with the County for reporting.
- The installer will invoice the County for up to $2,200 and invoice you for any costs over that amount.
- Enjoy your new bear box!