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involves a short realignment (2,830 feet)
relatively low on the slope of Mt.
Finlayson. Sixteen hundred feet of the
realignment would be within a bored
tunnel. Maximum slope would be 7%
gradient. Alternative D: Mid-Slope
Alignment with Short Tunnel involves
mid-slope realignment to the north of
the existing road, utilizing a short
tunnel near the ridge line of Mt.
Finlayson. Realignment length would be
4,700 feet, 775 feet of which would be
within the tunnel. Maximum slope
would be 8% gradient.
The ‘‘agency preferred’’ alternative is
Alternative B: Hybrid Mid-Slope
Realignment. This involves mid-slope
realignment to the north of the existing
road, traversing the south-facing slope
of Mt. Finlayson. At its highest point,
this alignment curves slightly south of
the Mt. Finlayson summit. The
approximately 4,950 foot long
realignment would be entirely on the
surface (no tunnel), with a short slope
of 10.5% gradient on the eastern end.
This also is deemed to be the
‘‘environmentally preferred’’ course of
action.
Not sooner than 30 days after
publication by the Environmental
Protection Agency of its notice of filing
of the Final EIS in the Federal Register,
a Record of Decision will be prepared.
Because this is a delegated EIS, the
official responsible for the NPS decision
is the Regional Director, Pacific West
Region. Subsequently the official
responsible for implementation of the
approved road relocation project is the
Superintendent, San Juan Island
National Historical Park.
Dated: September 26, 2012.
Patricia L. Neubacher,
Acting Regional Director, Pacific West Region.
[FR Doc. 2012–24923 Filed 10–9–12; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4310–MS–P
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Bureau of Ocean Energy Management
[OMB Control Number 1010–0176]
Information Collection: Renewable
Energy and Alternate Uses of Existing
Facilities on the Outer Continental
Shelf; Proposed Collection for OMB
Review; Comment Request
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ACTION:
60-day notice.
To comply with the
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995
SUMMARY:
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(PRA), the Bureau of Ocean Energy
Management (BOEM) is inviting
comments on a collection of information
that we will submit to the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for
review and approval. The information
collection request (ICR) concerns the
paperwork requirements in the
regulations under ‘‘Renewable Energy
and Alternate Uses of Existing Facilities
on the Outer Continental Shelf.’’
DATES: Submit written comments by
December 10, 2012.
ADDRESSES: Please send your comments
on this ICR to the BOEM Information
Collection Clearance Officer, Arlene
Bajusz, Bureau of Ocean Energy
Management, 381 Elden Street, HM–
3127, Herndon, Virginia 20170 (mail); or
arlene.bajusz@boem.gov (email); or
703–787–1209 (fax). Please reference
ICR 1010–0176 in your comment and
include your name and return address.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Arlene Bajusz, Office of Policy,
Regulations, and Analysis at (703) 787–
1025 to request additional information
about this ICR or copies of the
referenced forms.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
OMB Control Number: 1010–0176.
Title: 30 CFR Part 585, Renewable
Energy and Alternate Uses of Existing
Facilities on the Outer Continental
Shelf.
Forms: BOEM–0002, BOEM–0003,
BOEM–0004, BOEM–0005, BOEM–
0006.
Abstract: The Outer Continental Shelf
(OCS) Lands Act, as amended (43 U.S.C.
1331 et seq. and 43 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.),
authorizes the Secretary of the Interior
to issue leases, easements, or rights-ofway on the OCS for activities that
produce or support production,
transportation, or transmission of energy
from sources other than oil and gas
(renewable energy). Specifically,
subsection 8(p) of the OCS Lands Act,
as amended by section 388 of the Energy
Policy Act of 2005 (Pub. L. 109–58),
directs the Secretary of the Interior to
issue any necessary regulations to carry
out the OCS renewable energy program.
The Secretary delegated this authority to
the Bureau of Ocean Energy
Management (BOEM). The BOEM has
issued regulations for OCS renewable
energy activities at 30 CFR Part 585; this
notice concerns the reporting and
recordkeeping elements required by
these regulations.
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Respondents operate commercial and
noncommercial technology projects that
include installation, construction,
operation and maintenance, and
decommissioning of offshore facilities,
as well as possible onshore support
facilities. The BOEM must ensure that
these activities and operations on the
OCS are performed in a safe and
pollution-free manner, do not interfere
with the rights of other users on the
OCS, and balance the protection and
development of OCS resources.
Therefore, BOEM needs information
concerning the proposed activities,
facilities, safety equipment, inspections
and tests, and natural and manmade
hazards near the site, as well as
assurance of fiscal responsibility.
The BOEM uses forms to collect some
information to ensure proper and
efficient administration of OCS
renewable energy leases and grants and
to document the financial responsibility
of lessees and grantees. Forms BOEM–
0002, BOEM–0003, BOEM–0004, and
BOEM–0006 are used by renewable
energy entities on the OCS to designate
an operator and to assign or relinquish
a lease or grant. Form BOEM–0005 is
used to procure and submit a bond for
the purpose of meeting financial
assurance requirements as set forth in
the regulations. The BOEM maintains
the submitted forms as official lease and
grant records pertaining to operating
responsibilities, ownership, and
financial responsibility.
We will protect information
considered proprietary under the
Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C.
552) and its implementing regulations
(43 CFR part 2) and under regulations at
30 CFR 585.113, addressing disclosure
of data and information to be made
available to the public and others. No
items of a sensitive nature are collected.
Responses are mandatory or required to
obtain a benefit.
Frequency: On occasion or annually.
Description of Respondents:
Companies interested in renewable
energy-related uses on the OCS and
holders of leases and grants under 30
CFR Part 585.
Estimated Reporting and
Recordkeeping Hour Burden: The
currently approved annual reporting
burden for this collection is 31,124
hours. The following table details the
individual components and respective
hour burden estimates of this ICR.
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Reporting and recordkeeping requirement 1
30 CFR 585
Non-hour cost burden
Subpart A—General Provisions
102; 105; 110 ............................
102(e); 203, 231(e); 326 ...........
103; 904; 910 ............................
105(c) ........................................
106; 107; 213(e); 230(f); 302(a);
408(b)(7); 409(c); 1005(d);
1007(c); 1013(b)(7).
106(b)(1) ...................................
106(b)(2), (3); 225; 527(c);
705(c)(2); 1016.
108; 530(b) ................................
109 ............................................
111 ............................................
111(b)(2), (3) .............................
111(b)(3) ...................................
111(b)(3) ...................................
111(b)(7); 118(a); 436(c) ..........
113(b) ........................................
115(c) ........................................
116 ............................................
118(c); 225(b) ...........................
These sections contain general references to submitting comments, requests, applications, plans, notices, reports, and/or supplemental information for BOEM approval—burdens covered under specific requirements.
State and local governments enter into task force or joint planning or coordination agreement with BOEM.
Request general departures not specifically covered elsewhere in part 585 ...
Make oral requests or notifications and submit written follow up within 3 business days not specifically covered elsewhere in part 585.
Submit evidence of qualifications to hold a lease or grant; submit required
and supporting information (electronically, if required).
Request exception from exclusion or disqualification from participating in
transactions covered by Federal non-procurement debarment and suspension system.
Request reconsideration and/or hearing. Requirement not considered IC
under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(9).
Notify BOEM within 3 business days after learning of any action filed alleging
respondent is insolvent or bankrupt.
Notify BOEM in writing of merger, name change, or change of business form
no later than 120 days after earliest of either the effective date or filing
date. Requirement not considered IC under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(1).
Within 30 days of receiving bill, submit processing fee payments for BOEM
document or study preparation to process applications and other requests.
Submit comments on proposed processing fee or request approval to perform or directly pay contractor for all or part of any document, study, or
other activity, to reduce BOEM processing costs.
Perform, conduct, develop, etc., all or part of any document, study, or other
activity; and provide results to BOEM to reduce BOEM processing fee.
Pay contractor for all or part of any document, study, or other activity, and
provide results to BOEM to reduce BOEM processing costs.
Appeal BOEM estimated processing costs, decisions, or orders pursuant to
30 CFR 590. Exempt under 5 CFR 1320.4(a)(2), (c).
Respond to the Freedom of Information Act release schedule .........................
Request approval to use later edition of a document incorporated by reference or alternative compliance.
The Director may occasionally request information to administer and carry
out the offshore renewable energy program via Federal Register Notices.
Within 15 days of bid rejection, request reconsideration of bid decision or rejection. Requirement not considered IC under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(9).
0.
1.
2.
1.
2.
1.
0.
1.
0.
0.5.
$4,000.
2.
19,000.
$950,000.
0.
4.
1.
4.
0.
Subpart B—Issuance of OCS Renewable Energy Leases
200; 224; 231; 235; 236; 238 ...
210; 211(a–c); 212 thru 216 .....
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211(d); 216; 220 thru 223;
231(c)(2).
224 ............................................
230; 231(a) ................................
231(b) ........................................
231(g) ........................................
231(g) ........................................
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These sections contain references to information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, payments, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 585.
Submit nominations and general comments in response to Federal Register
notices on Request for Interest in OCS Leasing, Call for Information and
Nominations (Call), Area Identification, and Notices of Sale. Includes industry, State & local governments.
Submit comments and required information in response to Federal Register
notices on Request for Interest in OCS Leasing, Call for Information and
Nominations (Call), Area Identification, and Notices of Sale. Includes industry, State & local governments.
Submit bid, payments, and required information in response to Federal Register Final Sale Notice.
Within 10 business days, execute 3 copies of lease form and return to
BOEM with required payments, including evidence that agent is authorized
to act for bidder; if applicable, submit information to support delay in execution.
Submit unsolicited request and acquisition fee for a commercial or limited
lease.
Submit comments in response to Federal Register notice re interest of unsolicited request for a lease.
Within 10 business days of receiving lease documents, execute lease; file financial assurance and supporting documentation.
Within 45 days of receiving lease copies, submit rent and rent information.
Burdens covered by information collections approved for ONRR 30 CFR
Chapter XII.
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Not considered IC as defined
in 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(4).
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235(b); 236(b) ...........................
237(b) ........................................
Request additional time to extend preliminary or site assessment term of
commercial or limited lease, including revised schedule for SAP, COP, or
GAP submission.
Request lease be dated and effective 1st day of month in which signed ........
1.
1.
Subpart C—ROW Grants and RUE Grants for Renewable Energy Activities
306; 309; 315; 316 ....................
302(a); 305; 306 .......................
307; 308(a)(1) ...........................
308(a)(2), (b); 315; 316 ............
309 ............................................
These sections contain references to information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, payments, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 585.
Submit copies, in format specified, of request for a new or modified ROW or
RUE and required information, including qualifications to hold a grant.
Submit information in response to Federal Register notice of proposed
ROW or RUE grant area or comments on notice of grant auction.
Submit bid and payments in response to Federal Register notice of auction
for a ROW or RUE grant.
Submit decision to accept or reject terms and conditions of noncompetitive
ROW or RUE grant.
5.
4.
5.
2.
Subpart D—Lease and Grant Administration
400; 401; 402; 405; 409; 416,
433.
401(b) ........................................
405(d) ........................................
405(e); Form BOEM–0006 .......
408 thru 411; Forms BOEM–
0002 and BOEM–0003.
415(a)(1); 416; 420(a), (b);
428(b).
417(b) ........................................
425 thru 428; 652(a); 235(a),
(c).
435; 658(c)(2); Form BOEM–
0004.
436; 437 ....................................
These sections contain references to information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, payments, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 585.
Take measures directed by BOEM in cessation order and submit reports in
order to resume activities.
Submit written notice of change of address. Requirement not considered IC
under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(1).
If designated operator (DO) changes, notify BOEM and identify new DO for
BOEM approval.
Within 90 days after last party executes a transfer agreement, submit copies,
in format specified, of lease or grant assignment application, including
originals of each instrument creating or transferring ownership of record
title, eligibility and other qualifications; and evidence that agent is authorized to execute assignment.
Submit request for suspension and required information/payment no later
than 90 days prior to lease or grant expiration.
Conduct and, if required, pay for site-specific study to evaluate cause of
harm or damage; and submit copies, in format specified, of study and results.
Request lease or grant renewal no later than 180 days before termination
date of your limited lease or grant, or no later than 2 years before termination date of operations term of commercial lease. Submit required information.
Submit copies, in format specified, of application to relinquish lease or grant
Provide information for reconsideration of BOEM decision to contract or cancel lease or grant area. Requirement not considered IC under 5 CFR
1320.3(h)(9).
0.
100.
0.
1.
0.5.
10.
100.
$950,000.
6.
1.
0.
Subpart E—Payments and Financial Assurance Requirements
0.
500 thru 509; 1011 ...................
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An * indicates the primary cites for providing bonds or other financial assurance, and the burdens include any
previous or subsequent references throughout part 585 to furnish, replace, or provide additional bonds, securities, or financial assurance (including riders, cancellations, replacements). This subpart contains references
to other information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the burdens for which are
covered elsewhere in part 585. In the future, BOEM may require electronic filing of submissions.
0.
506(c)(4) ....................................
510; 506(c)(3) ...........................
* 515; 516; 525(a) thru (f) .........
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Submit payor information, payments and payment information, and maintain
auditable records according to ONRR regulations or guidance. Burdens
covered by information collections approved for ONRR 30 CFR Chapter
XII.
Submit documentation of the gross annual generation of electricity produced
by the generating facility on the lease—use same form as authorized by
the EIA. (Burden covered under DOE/EIA OMB Control Number 1905–
0129 to gather info and fill out form. BOEM’s burden is for submitting a
copy).
Submit application and required information for waiver or reduction of rental
or other payment.
Execute and provide $100,000 minimum lease-specific bond or other approved security; or increase bond level if required.
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* 516(a)(2), (3), (b), (c); 517;
525(a) thru (f).
516(a)(4); 521(c) .......................
517(c)(1) ....................................
517(c)(2) ....................................
* 520; 521; 525(a) thru (f); Form
BOEM–0005.
525(g) ........................................
* 526; Form BOEM–0005 .........
526(c) ........................................
* 527; 531 .................................
528 ............................................
528(c)(6); 532(b) .......................
* 529 ..........................................
530 ............................................
533(a)(2)(ii), (iii) ........................
536(b) ........................................
Execute and provide commercial lease supplemental bonds in amounts determined by BOEM.
Execute and provide decommissioning bond or other financial assurance;
schedule for providing the appropriate amount.
Submit comments on proposed adjustment to bond amounts ..........................
Request bond reduction and submit evidence to justify ....................................
Execute and provide $300,000 minimum limited lease or grant-specific bond
or increase financial assurance and required information.
Surety notice to lessee or ROW/RUE grant holder and BOEM within 5 business days after initiating insolvency or bankruptcy proceeding, or Treasury
decertifies surety.
In lieu of surety bond, pledge other types of securities, including authority for
BOEM to sell and use proceeds, and submit required information.
Provide annual certified statements describing the nature and market value,
including brokerage firm statements/reports.
Demonstrate financial worth/ability to carry out present and future financial
obligations, annual updates, and related or subsequent actions/records/reports, etc.
Provide third-party indemnity; financial information/statements; additional
bond info; executed guarantor agreement and supporting information/documentation/agreements.
Guarantor/Surety requests BOEM terminate period of liability and notifies lessee or ROW/RUE grant holder, etc.
In lieu of surety bond, request authorization to establish decommissioning account, including written authorizations and approvals associated with account.
Notify BOEM promptly of lapse in bond or other security/action filed alleging
lessee, surety or guarantor et al is insolvent or bankrupt.
Provide agreement from surety issuing new bond to assume all or portion of
outstanding liabilities.
Within 10 business days following BOEM notice, lessee, grant holder, or surety agrees to and demonstrates to BOEM that lease will be brought into
compliance.
1.
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1.
5.
1.
1.
2.
1.
10.
10.
1.
2.
1.
3.
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Subpart F—Plans and Information Requirements
Two ** indicate the primary cites for Site Assessment Plans (SAPs), Construction and Operations Plans
(COPs), and General Activities Plans (GAPs); and the burdens include any previous or subsequent references throughout part 585 to submission and approval. This subpart contains references to other information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere
in part 585.
** 600(a); 601(a), (b); 605 thru
Within time specified after issuance of a competitive lease or grant, or within
614; 810.
time specified after determination of no competitive interest, submit copies,
in format specified, of SAP, including information to assist BOEM to comply with NEPA/CZMA such as hazard info, air quality, SEMS, and all required information, certifications, requests, etc.
** 600(b); 601(c), (d)(1); 606(b); If requesting an operations term for commercial lease, within time specified
618; 620 thru 629; 632; 633;
before the end of site assessment term, submit copies, in format specified,
810.
of COP, or FERC license application, including information to assist BOEM
to comply with NEPA/CZMA such as hazard info, air quality, SEMS, and
all required information, surveys and/or their results, reports, certifications,
project easements, supporting data and information, requests, etc.
** 600(c); 601(a), (b); 640 thru
Within time specified after issuance of a competitive lease or grant, or within
648; 651; 810.
time specified after determination of no competitive interest, submit copies,
in format specified, of GAP, including information to assist BOEM to comply with NEPA/CZMA such as hazard info, air quality, SEMS, and all required information, surveys and reports, certifications, project easements,
requests, etc.
** 601(d)(2); 622; 628(f); 632;
Submit revised or modified COPs, including project easements, and all re634; 658(c)(3); 907.
quired additional information.
602 2 .......................................... Until BOEM releases financial assurance, respondents must maintain, and
provide to BOEM if requested, all data and information related to compliance with required terms and conditions of SAP, COP, or GAP.
** 613(a), (d), (e); 617 .............. Submit revised or modified SAPs and required additional information .............
612; 647 .................................... Submit copy of SAP or GAP consistency certification and supporting documentation.
615(a) ........................................ Notify BOEM in writing within 30 days of completion of construction and installation activities under SAP.
615(b) ........................................ Submit annual report summarizing findings from site assessment activities ....
615(c) ........................................ Submit annual, or at other time periods as BOEM determines, SAP compliance certification, effectiveness statement, recommendations, reports, supporting documentation, etc.
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617(a) ........................................
627(c) ........................................
631 ............................................
633(b) ........................................
634(a) ........................................
635 ............................................
636(a) ........................................
636(b) ........................................
636(c) ........................................
** 642(b); 648; 655; 658(c)(3) ...
651 ............................................
653(a) ........................................
653(b) ........................................
653(c) ........................................
655(a) ........................................
656 ............................................
658(c)(1) ....................................
659 ............................................
Notify BOEM in writing before conducting any activities not approved, or provided for, in SAP; provide additional information if requested.
Submit oil spill response plan as required by BSEE 30 CFR part 254. Burden
covered under BSEE 1014–0007.
Request deviation from approved COP schedule .............................................
Submit annual, or at other time periods as BOEM determines, COP compliance certification, effectiveness statement, recommendations, reports, supporting documentation, etc.
Notify BOEM in writing before conducting any activities not approved or provided for in COP, and provide additional information if requested.
Notify BOEM any time commercial operations cease without an approved
suspension.
Notify BOEM in writing no later than 30 days after commencing activities associated with placement of facilities on lease area.
Notify BOEM in writing no later than 30 days after completion of construction
and installation activities.
Notify BOEM in writing at least 7 days before commencing commercial operations.
Submit revised or modified GAPs and required additional information ............
Before beginning construction of OCS facility described in GAP, complete
survey activities identified in GAP and submit initial findings. (This only includes the time involved in submitting the findings; it does not include the
survey time as these surveys would be conducted as good business practice.).
Notify BOEM in writing within 30 days of completing installation activities
under the GAP.
Submit annual report summarizing findings from activities conducted under
approved GAP.
Submit annual, or at other time periods as BOEM determines, GAP compliance certification, recommendations, reports, etc.
Notify BOEM in writing before conducting any activities not approved or provided for in GAP, and provide additional information if requested.
Notify BOEM any time approved GAP activities cease without an approved
suspension.
If after construction, cable or pipeline deviate from approved COP or GAP,
notify affected lease operators and ROW/RUE grant holders of deviation
and provide BOEM evidence of such notices.
Determine appropriate air quality modeling protocol, conduct air quality modeling, and submit 3 copies of air quality modeling report and 3 sets of digital files as supporting information to plans.
10.
0.
2.
80.
10.
1.
1.
1.
1.
50.
30.
1.
30.
40.
10.
1.
3.
70.
Subpart G—Facility Design, Fabrication, and Installation
Three *** indicate the primary cites for the reports discussed in this subpart, and the burdens include any previous or subsequent references throughout part 585 to submitting and obtaining approval. This subpart contains references to other information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the burdens
for which are covered elsewhere in part 585.
*** 700(a)(1), (b), (c); 701 ......... Submit Facility Design Report, including copies, in format specified, of cover
letter, certification statement, and all required information (1–3 paper or
electronic copies as specified).
*** 700(a)(2); (b), (c); 702 ......... Submit copies, in format specified, of Fabrication and Installation Report, certification statement and all required information.
705(a)(3); 707; 712 ................... Certified Verification Agent (CVA) conducts independent assessment of the
facility design and submits all reports/certifications to lessee or grant holder and BOEM—interim reports if required, and copies, in format specified,
of final reports.
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CVA conducts independent assessments/inspections on the fabrication and
installation activities, informs lessee or grant holder if procedures are
changed or design specifications are modified; and submits all reports/certifications to lessee or grant holder and BOEM—interim reports if required,
and copies, in format specified, of final reports.
*** 703; 705(a)(3); 712; 815 .....
CVA/project engineer monitors major project modifications and repairs and
submits all reports/certifications to lessee or grant holder and BOEM—interim reports if required, and copies, in format specified, of final reports.
705(c) ........................................
Request waiver of CVA requirement in writing; lessee must demonstrate
standard design and best practices.
Submit for approval with SAP, COP, or GAP, initial nominations for a CVA or
new replacement CVA nomination, and required information.
706 ............................................
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160.
100 interim report.
100 final report.
100 interim report.
100 final report.
20 interim report.
15 final report.
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709(a)(14); 710(a)(2), (e) 2 ........
713 ............................................
714 2 ..........................................
Lessee or grant holder notify BOEM if modifications identified by CVA/project
engineer are accepted.
Make fabrication quality control, installation towing, and other records available to CVA/project engineer for review (retention required by § 585.714).
Notify BOEM within 10 business days after commencing commercial operations.
Until BOEM releases financial assurance, compile, retain, and make available to BOEM and/or CVA the as-built drawings, design assumptions/analyses, summary of fabrication and installation examination records, inspection results, and records of repairs not covered in inspection report. Record
original and relevant material test results of all primary structural materials;
retain records during all stages of construction.
1.
1.
1.
100.
Subpart H—Environmental and Safety Management, Inspections, and Facility Assessments for Activities Conducted Under SAPs,
COPs, and GAPs
801(c), (d) .................................
801(e), (f) ..................................
802; 902(e) ................................
802(b), (c) .................................
802(d) ........................................
803 ............................................
*** 810; 614; 627; 632(b); 651 ..
813(b)(1) ...................................
813(b)(3) ...................................
815(c) ........................................
816 ............................................
822(a)(2)(iii), (b) ........................
823 ............................................
824(a) 2 ......................................
824(b) ........................................
825 ............................................
830(a), (c); 831 thru 833 ...........
830(d) ........................................
Notify BOEM if endangered or threatened species, or their designated critical
habitat, may be in the vicinity of the lease or grant or may be affected by
lease or grant activities.
Submit information to ensure proposed activities will be conducted in compliance with the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA); including agreements and mitigating measures designed
to avoid or minimize adverse effects and incidental take of endangered
species or critical habitat.
Notify BOEM of archaeological resource within 72 hours of discovery ............
If requested, conduct further archaeological investigations and submit report/
information.
If applicable, submit payment for BOEM costs in carrying out National Historic Preservation Act responsibilities.
If required, conduct additional surveys to define boundaries and avoidance
distances and submit report.
Submit safety management system description with the SAP, COP, or GAP ..
Report within 24 hours when any required equipment taken out of service for
more than 12 hours; provide written confirmation if reported orally.
Notify BOEM when equipment returned to service; provide written confirmation if reported orally.
When required, analyze cable, P/L, or facility damage or failures to determine cause and as soon as available submit comprehensive written report.
Submit plan of corrective action report on observed detrimental effects on
cable, P/L, or facility within 30 days of discovery; take remedial action and
submit report of remedial action within 30 days after completion.
Until BOEM releases financial assurance, maintain records of design, construction, operation, maintenance, repairs, and investigation on or related
to lease or ROW/RUE area; make available to BOEM for inspection.
Request reimbursement within 90 days for food, quarters, and transportation
provided to BOEM reps during inspection.
Develop annual self inspection plan covering all facilities; retain with records,
and make available to BOEM upon request.
Conduct annual self inspection and submit report by November 1 ..................
Based on API RP 2A–WSD, perform assessment of structures, initiate mitigation actions for structures that do not pass assessment process, retain
information, and make available to BOEM upon request.
Immediately report incidents to BOEM via oral communications, submit written follow-up report within 15 business days after the incident, and submit
any required additional information.
Report oil spills as required by BSEE 30 CFR 254. Burden covered under
BSEE 1014–0007.
1.
6.
3.
10.
0.5.
15.
35.
0.5 reports.
1 confirmation
0.5.
1.5.
2.
1.
2.
24.
36.
60.
0.5 oral.
4 written.
0.
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Four **** indicate the primary cites for the reports discussed in this subpart, and the burdens include any previous or subsequent references throughout part 585 to submitting and obtaining approval. This subpart contains references to other information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the burdens
for which are covered elsewhere in part 585.
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Hour burden
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30 CFR 585
Non-hour cost burden
**** 902; 905, 906; 907; 908(c);
909.
902(d); 908; ...............................
910 ............................................
912 ............................................
Submit for approval copies, in format specified, of SAP, COP, or GAP decommissioning application and site clearance plan at least 2 years before
decommissioning activities begin, 90 days after completion of activities, or
90 days after cancellation, relinquishment, or other termination of lease or
grant. Include documentation of coordination efforts w/States/CZMA agencies, local or tribal governments, requests that certain facilities remain in
place for other activities, be converted to an artificial reef, or be toppled in
place. Submit additional information/evidence requested or modify and resubmit application.
Notify BOEM at least 60 days before commencing decommissioning activities
Within 60 days after removing a facility, verify to BOEM that site is cleared ...
Within 60 days after removing a facility, cable, or pipeline, submit a written
report.
20.
1.
1.
8.
BOEM does not anticipate decommissioning activities for at least 5 years so the requirements have been given a minimal burden.
Subpart J—RUEs for Energy- and Marine-Related Activities Using Existing OCS Facilities
1004, 1005, 1006 ......................
1007(a), (b), (c) .........................
1007(c) ......................................
1007(f) .......................................
1010(c) ......................................
1012; 1016(b) ............................
1013 ..........................................
1015 ..........................................
1 In
Contact owner of existing facility and/or lessee of the area to reach preliminary agreement to use facility and obtain concurring signatures; submit request to BOEM for an alternative use RUE, including all required information/modifications.
Submit indication of competitive interest in response to Federal Register notice.
Submit description of proposed activities and required information in response to Federal Register notice of competitive offering.
Lessee or owner of facility submits decision to accept or reject proposals
deemed acceptable by BOEM.
Request renewal of Alternate Use RUE ............................................................
Provide financial assurance as BOEM determines in approving RUE for an
existing facility, including additional security if required.
Submit request for assignment of an alternative use RUE for an existing facility, including all required information.
Request relinquishment of RUE for an existing facility .....................................
1.
4.
5.
1.
6.
1.
1.
1.
the future, BOEM may require electronic filing of certain submissions.
of these records is usual and customary business practice; the burden is primarily to make them available to BOEM and CVAs.
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Estimated Reporting and
Recordkeeping Non-Hour Cost Burden:
The current OMB approved non-hour
cost burdens total $3,816,000. We have
identified three non-hour cost burdens
for this collection. These non-hour cost
burdens consist of service fees for
BOEM document/study preparation,
costs for paying a contractor instead of
BOEM, and costs for a site-specific
study and report to evaluate the cause
of harm to natural resources.
Public Disclosure Statement: The PRA
(44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq.) provides that an
agency may not conduct or sponsor a
collection of information unless it
displays a currently valid OMB control
number. Until OMB approves a
collection of information, you are not
obligated to respond.
Comments: We invite comments on:
(1) Whether the proposed collection of
information is necessary for the agency
to perform its duties, including whether
the information is useful; (2) the
accuracy of our burden estimate; (3)
ways to enhance the quality, usefulness,
and clarity of the information to be
collected; and (4) ways to minimize the
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techniques or other forms of information
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Agencies must also estimate the nonhour cost burdens to respondents or
recordkeepers resulting from the
collection of information. Therefore, if
you have costs to generate, maintain,
and disclose this information, you
should comment and provide your total
capital and startup cost components or
annual operation, maintenance, and
purchase of service components. You
should describe the methods you use to
estimate major cost factors, including
system and technology acquisition,
expected useful life of capital
equipment, discount rate(s), and the
period over which you incur costs.
Capital and startup costs include,
among other items, computers and
software you purchase to prepare for
collecting information, monitoring, and
record storage facilities. You should not
include estimates for equipment or
services purchased: (i) Before October 1,
1995; (ii) to comply with requirements
not associated with the information
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customary and usual business or private
practices.
We will summarize written responses
to this notice and address them in our
submission for OMB approval. As a
result of your comments, we will make
any necessary adjustments to the burden
in our submission to OMB.
Public Availability of Comments:
Before including your address, phone
number, email address, or other
personal identifying information in your
comment, you should be aware that
your entire comment—including your
personal identifying information—may
be made publicly available at any time.
While you can ask us in your comment
to withhold your personal identifying
information from public review, we
cannot guarantee that we will be able to
do so.
Dated: October 2, 2012.
Deanna Meyer-Pietruszka,
Chief, Office of Policy, Regulations, and
Analysis.
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[Notices]
[Pages 61633-61639]
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Bureau of Ocean Energy Management
[OMB Control Number 1010-0176]
Information Collection: Renewable Energy and Alternate Uses of
Existing Facilities on the Outer Continental Shelf; Proposed Collection
for OMB Review; Comment Request
ACTION: 60-day notice.
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SUMMARY: To comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (PRA), the
Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is inviting comments on a
collection of information that we will submit to the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The information
collection request (ICR) concerns the paperwork requirements in the
regulations under ``Renewable Energy and Alternate Uses of Existing
Facilities on the Outer Continental Shelf.''
DATES: Submit written comments by December 10, 2012.
ADDRESSES: Please send your comments on this ICR to the BOEM
Information Collection Clearance Officer, Arlene Bajusz, Bureau of
Ocean Energy Management, 381 Elden Street, HM-3127, Herndon, Virginia
20170 (mail); or arlene.bajusz@boem.gov (email); or 703-787-1209 (fax).
Please reference ICR 1010-0176 in your comment and include your name
and return address.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Arlene Bajusz, Office of Policy,
Regulations, and Analysis at (703) 787-1025 to request additional
information about this ICR or copies of the referenced forms.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
OMB Control Number: 1010-0176.
Title: 30 CFR Part 585, Renewable Energy and Alternate Uses of
Existing Facilities on the Outer Continental Shelf.
Forms: BOEM-0002, BOEM-0003, BOEM-0004, BOEM-0005, BOEM-0006.
Abstract: The Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Lands Act, as amended
(43 U.S.C. 1331 et seq. and 43 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.), authorizes the
Secretary of the Interior to issue leases, easements, or rights-of-way
on the OCS for activities that produce or support production,
transportation, or transmission of energy from sources other than oil
and gas (renewable energy). Specifically, subsection 8(p) of the OCS
Lands Act, as amended by section 388 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005
(Pub. L. 109-58), directs the Secretary of the Interior to issue any
necessary regulations to carry out the OCS renewable energy program.
The Secretary delegated this authority to the Bureau of Ocean Energy
Management (BOEM). The BOEM has issued regulations for OCS renewable
energy activities at 30 CFR Part 585; this notice concerns the
reporting and recordkeeping elements required by these regulations.
Respondents operate commercial and noncommercial technology
projects that include installation, construction, operation and
maintenance, and decommissioning of offshore facilities, as well as
possible onshore support facilities. The BOEM must ensure that these
activities and operations on the OCS are performed in a safe and
pollution-free manner, do not interfere with the rights of other users
on the OCS, and balance the protection and development of OCS
resources. Therefore, BOEM needs information concerning the proposed
activities, facilities, safety equipment, inspections and tests, and
natural and manmade hazards near the site, as well as assurance of
fiscal responsibility.
The BOEM uses forms to collect some information to ensure proper
and efficient administration of OCS renewable energy leases and grants
and to document the financial responsibility of lessees and grantees.
Forms BOEM-0002, BOEM-0003, BOEM-0004, and BOEM-0006 are used by
renewable energy entities on the OCS to designate an operator and to
assign or relinquish a lease or grant. Form BOEM-0005 is used to
procure and submit a bond for the purpose of meeting financial
assurance requirements as set forth in the regulations. The BOEM
maintains the submitted forms as official lease and grant records
pertaining to operating responsibilities, ownership, and financial
responsibility.
We will protect information considered proprietary under the
Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552) and its implementing
regulations (43 CFR part 2) and under regulations at 30 CFR 585.113,
addressing disclosure of data and information to be made available to
the public and others. No items of a sensitive nature are collected.
Responses are mandatory or required to obtain a benefit.
Frequency: On occasion or annually.
Description of Respondents: Companies interested in renewable
energy-related uses on the OCS and holders of leases and grants under
30 CFR Part 585.
Estimated Reporting and Recordkeeping Hour Burden: The currently
approved annual reporting burden for this collection is 31,124 hours.
The following table details the individual components and respective
hour burden estimates of this ICR.
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Hour burden
Reporting and ----------------
30 CFR 585 recordkeeping requirement Non-hour cost
\1\ burden
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Subpart A--General Provisions
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102; 105; 110............... These sections contain 0.
general references to
submitting comments,
requests, applications,
plans, notices, reports,
and/or supplemental
information for BOEM
approval--burdens
covered under specific
requirements.
102(e); 203, 231(e); 326.... State and local 1.
governments enter into
task force or joint
planning or coordination
agreement with BOEM.
103; 904; 910............... Request general 2.
departures not
specifically covered
elsewhere in part 585.
105(c)...................... Make oral requests or 1.
notifications and submit
written follow up within
3 business days not
specifically covered
elsewhere in part 585.
106; 107; 213(e); 230(f); Submit evidence of 2.
302(a); 408(b)(7); 409(c); qualifications to hold a
1005(d); 1007(c); lease or grant; submit
1013(b)(7). required and supporting
information
(electronically, if
required).
106(b)(1)................... Request exception from 1.
exclusion or
disqualification from
participating in
transactions covered by
Federal non-procurement
debarment and suspension
system.
106(b)(2), (3); 225; 527(c); Request reconsideration 0.
705(c)(2); 1016. and/or hearing.
Requirement not
considered IC under 5
CFR 1320.3(h)(9).
108; 530(b)................. Notify BOEM within 3 1.
business days after
learning of any action
filed alleging
respondent is insolvent
or bankrupt.
109......................... Notify BOEM in writing of 0.
merger, name change, or
change of business form
no later than 120 days
after earliest of either
the effective date or
filing date. Requirement
not considered IC under
5 CFR 1320.3(h)(1).
111......................... Within 30 days of 0.5.
receiving bill, submit
processing fee payments
for BOEM document or
study preparation to
process applications and
other requests.
$4,000.
111(b)(2), (3).............. Submit comments on 2.
proposed processing fee
or request approval to
perform or directly pay
contractor for all or
part of any document,
study, or other
activity, to reduce BOEM
processing costs.
111(b)(3)................... Perform, conduct, 19,000.
develop, etc., all or
part of any document,
study, or other
activity; and provide
results to BOEM to
reduce BOEM processing
fee.
111(b)(3)................... Pay contractor for all or $950,000.
part of any document,
study, or other
activity, and provide
results to BOEM to
reduce BOEM processing
costs.
111(b)(7); 118(a); 436(c)... Appeal BOEM estimated 0.
processing costs,
decisions, or orders
pursuant to 30 CFR 590.
Exempt under 5 CFR
1320.4(a)(2), (c).
113(b)...................... Respond to the Freedom of 4.
Information Act release
schedule.
115(c)...................... Request approval to use 1.
later edition of a
document incorporated by
reference or alternative
compliance.
116......................... The Director may 4.
occasionally request
information to
administer and carry out
the offshore renewable
energy program via
Federal Register Notices.
118(c); 225(b).............. Within 15 days of bid 0.
rejection, request
reconsideration of bid
decision or rejection.
Requirement not
considered IC under 5
CFR 1320.3(h)(9).
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Subpart B--Issuance of OCS Renewable Energy Leases
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200; 224; 231; 235; 236; 238 These sections contain 0.
references to
information submissions,
approvals, requests,
applications, plans,
payments, etc., the
burdens for which are
covered elsewhere in
part 585.
210; 211(a-c); 212 thru 216. Submit nominations and Not considered
general comments in IC as defined
response to Federal in 5 CFR
Register notices on 1320.3(h)(4).
Request for Interest in
OCS Leasing, Call for
Information and
Nominations (Call), Area
Identification, and
Notices of Sale.
Includes industry, State
& local governments.
Submit comments and 4.
required information in
response to Federal
Register notices on
Request for Interest in
OCS Leasing, Call for
Information and
Nominations (Call), Area
Identification, and
Notices of Sale.
Includes industry, State
& local governments.
211(d); 216; 220 thru 223; Submit bid, payments, and 5.
231(c)(2). required information in
response to Federal
Register Final Sale
Notice.
224......................... Within 10 business days, 1.
execute 3 copies of
lease form and return to
BOEM with required
payments, including
evidence that agent is
authorized to act for
bidder; if applicable,
submit information to
support delay in
execution.
230; 231(a)................. Submit unsolicited 5.
request and acquisition
fee for a commercial or
limited lease.
231(b)...................... Submit comments in 4.
response to Federal
Register notice re
interest of unsolicited
request for a lease.
231(g)...................... Within 10 business days 2.
of receiving lease
documents, execute
lease; file financial
assurance and supporting
documentation.
231(g)...................... Within 45 days of 0.
receiving lease copies,
submit rent and rent
information. Burdens
covered by information
collections approved for
ONRR 30 CFR Chapter XII.
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235(b); 236(b).............. Request additional time 1.
to extend preliminary or
site assessment term of
commercial or limited
lease, including revised
schedule for SAP, COP,
or GAP submission.
237(b)...................... Request lease be dated 1.
and effective 1st day of
month in which signed.
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Subpart C--ROW Grants and RUE Grants for Renewable Energy Activities
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306; 309; 315; 316.......... These sections contain
references to
information submissions,
approvals, requests,
applications, plans,
payments, etc., the
burdens for which are
covered elsewhere in
part 585.
302(a); 305; 306............ Submit copies, in format 5.
specified, of request
for a new or modified
ROW or RUE and required
information, including
qualifications to hold a
grant.
307; 308(a)(1).............. Submit information in 4.
response to Federal
Register notice of
proposed ROW or RUE
grant area or comments
on notice of grant
auction.
308(a)(2), (b); 315; 316.... Submit bid and payments 5.
in response to Federal
Register notice of
auction for a ROW or RUE
grant.
309......................... Submit decision to accept 2.
or reject terms and
conditions of
noncompetitive ROW or
RUE grant.
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Subpart D--Lease and Grant Administration
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400; 401; 402; 405; 409; These sections contain 0.
416, 433. references to
information submissions,
approvals, requests,
applications, plans,
payments, etc., the
burdens for which are
covered elsewhere in
part 585.
401(b)...................... Take measures directed by 100.
BOEM in cessation order
and submit reports in
order to resume
activities.
405(d)...................... Submit written notice of 0.
change of address.
Requirement not
considered IC under 5
CFR 1320.3(h)(1).
405(e); Form BOEM-0006...... If designated operator 1.
(DO) changes, notify
BOEM and identify new DO
for BOEM approval.
408 thru 411; Forms BOEM- Within 90 days after last 0.5.
0002 and BOEM-0003. party executes a
transfer agreement,
submit copies, in format
specified, of lease or
grant assignment
application, including
originals of each
instrument creating or
transferring ownership
of record title,
eligibility and other
qualifications; and
evidence that agent is
authorized to execute
assignment.
415(a)(1); 416; 420(a), (b); Submit request for 10.
428(b). suspension and required
information/payment no
later than 90 days prior
to lease or grant
expiration.
417(b)...................... Conduct and, if required, 100.
pay for site-specific
study to evaluate cause
of harm or damage; and
submit copies, in format
specified, of study and
results.
$950,000.
425 thru 428; 652(a); Request lease or grant 6.
235(a), (c). renewal no later than
180 days before
termination date of your
limited lease or grant,
or no later than 2 years
before termination date
of operations term of
commercial lease. Submit
required information.
435; 658(c)(2); Form BOEM- Submit copies, in format 1.
0004. specified, of
application to
relinquish lease or
grant.
436; 437.................... Provide information for 0.
reconsideration of BOEM
decision to contract or
cancel lease or grant
area. Requirement not
considered IC under 5
CFR 1320.3(h)(9).
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Subpart E--Payments and Financial Assurance Requirements
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An * indicates the primary cites for providing bonds or 0.
other financial assurance, and the burdens include any
previous or subsequent references throughout part 585
to furnish, replace, or provide additional bonds,
securities, or financial assurance (including riders,
cancellations, replacements). This subpart contains
references to other information submissions,
approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the
burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 585.
In the future, BOEM may require electronic filing of
submissions.
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500 thru 509; 1011.......... Submit payor information, 0.
payments and payment
information, and
maintain auditable
records according to
ONRR regulations or
guidance. Burdens
covered by information
collections approved for
ONRR 30 CFR Chapter XII.
506(c)(4)................... Submit documentation of 10 min.
the gross annual
generation of
electricity produced by
the generating facility
on the lease--use same
form as authorized by
the EIA. (Burden covered
under DOE/EIA OMB
Control Number 1905-0129
to gather info and fill
out form. BOEM's burden
is for submitting a
copy).
510; 506(c)(3).............. Submit application and 1.
required information for
waiver or reduction of
rental or other payment.
* 515; 516; 525(a) thru (f). Execute and provide 1.
$100,000 minimum lease-
specific bond or other
approved security; or
increase bond level if
required.
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* 516(a)(2), (3), (b), (c); Execute and provide 1.
517; 525(a) thru (f). commercial lease
supplemental bonds in
amounts determined by
BOEM.
516(a)(4); 521(c)........... Execute and provide 1.
decommissioning bond or
other financial
assurance; schedule for
providing the
appropriate amount.
517(c)(1)................... Submit comments on 1.
proposed adjustment to
bond amounts.
517(c)(2)................... Request bond reduction 5.
and submit evidence to
justify.
* 520; 521; 525(a) thru (f); Execute and provide 1.
Form BOEM-0005. $300,000 minimum limited
lease or grant-specific
bond or increase
financial assurance and
required information.
525(g)...................... Surety notice to lessee 1.
or ROW/RUE grant holder
and BOEM within 5
business days after
initiating insolvency or
bankruptcy proceeding,
or Treasury decertifies
surety.
* 526; Form BOEM-0005....... In lieu of surety bond, 2.
pledge other types of
securities, including
authority for BOEM to
sell and use proceeds,
and submit required
information.
526(c)...................... Provide annual certified 1.
statements describing
the nature and market
value, including
brokerage firm
statements/reports.
* 527; 531.................. Demonstrate financial 10.
worth/ability to carry
out present and future
financial obligations,
annual updates, and
related or subsequent
actions/records/reports,
etc.
528......................... Provide third-party 10.
indemnity; financial
information/statements;
additional bond info;
executed guarantor
agreement and supporting
information/
documentation/agreements.
528(c)(6); 532(b)........... Guarantor/Surety requests 1.
BOEM terminate period of
liability and notifies
lessee or ROW/RUE grant
holder, etc.
* 529....................... In lieu of surety bond, 2.
request authorization to
establish
decommissioning account,
including written
authorizations and
approvals associated
with account.
530......................... Notify BOEM promptly of 1.
lapse in bond or other
security/action filed
alleging lessee, surety
or guarantor et al is
insolvent or bankrupt.
533(a)(2)(ii), (iii)........ Provide agreement from 3.
surety issuing new bond
to assume all or portion
of outstanding
liabilities.
536(b)...................... Within 10 business days 16.
following BOEM notice,
lessee, grant holder, or
surety agrees to and
demonstrates to BOEM
that lease will be
brought into compliance.
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Subpart F--Plans and Information Requirements
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Two ** indicate the primary cites for Site Assessment 0.
Plans (SAPs), Construction and Operations Plans
(COPs), and General Activities Plans (GAPs); and the
burdens include any previous or subsequent references
throughout part 585 to submission and approval. This
subpart contains references to other information
submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans,
etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in
part 585.
** 600(a); 601(a), (b); 605 Within time specified 240.
thru 614; 810. after issuance of a
competitive lease or
grant, or within time
specified after
determination of no
competitive interest,
submit copies, in format
specified, of SAP,
including information to
assist BOEM to comply
with NEPA/CZMA such as
hazard info, air
quality, SEMS, and all
required information,
certifications,
requests, etc.
** 600(b); 601(c), (d)(1); If requesting an 1,000.
606(b); 618; 620 thru 629; operations term for
632; 633; 810. commercial lease, within
time specified before
the end of site
assessment term, submit
copies, in format
specified, of COP, or
FERC license
application, including
information to assist
BOEM to comply with NEPA/
CZMA such as hazard
info, air quality, SEMS,
and all required
information, surveys and/
or their results,
reports, certifications,
project easements,
supporting data and
information, requests,
etc.
** 600(c); 601(a), (b); 640 Within time specified 240.
thru 648; 651; 810. after issuance of a
competitive lease or
grant, or within time
specified after
determination of no
competitive interest,
submit copies, in format
specified, of GAP,
including information to
assist BOEM to comply
with NEPA/CZMA such as
hazard info, air
quality, SEMS, and all
required information,
surveys and reports,
certifications, project
easements, requests, etc.
** 601(d)(2); 622; 628(f); Submit revised or 50.
632; 634; 658(c)(3); 907. modified COPs, including
project easements, and
all required additional
information.
602 \2\..................... Until BOEM releases 2.
financial assurance,
respondents must
maintain, and provide to
BOEM if requested, all
data and information
related to compliance
with required terms and
conditions of SAP, COP,
or GAP.
** 613(a), (d), (e); 617.... Submit revised or 50.
modified SAPs and
required additional
information.
612; 647.................... Submit copy of SAP or GAP 1.
consistency
certification and
supporting documentation.
615(a)...................... Notify BOEM in writing 1.
within 30 days of
completion of
construction and
installation activities
under SAP.
615(b)...................... Submit annual report 30.
summarizing findings
from site assessment
activities.
615(c)...................... Submit annual, or at 40.
other time periods as
BOEM determines, SAP
compliance
certification,
effectiveness statement,
recommendations,
reports, supporting
documentation, etc.
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617(a)...................... Notify BOEM in writing 10.
before conducting any
activities not approved,
or provided for, in SAP;
provide additional
information if requested.
627(c)...................... Submit oil spill response 0.
plan as required by BSEE
30 CFR part 254. Burden
covered under BSEE 1014-
0007.
631......................... Request deviation from 2.
approved COP schedule.
633(b)...................... Submit annual, or at 80.
other time periods as
BOEM determines, COP
compliance
certification,
effectiveness statement,
recommendations,
reports, supporting
documentation, etc.
634(a)...................... Notify BOEM in writing 10.
before conducting any
activities not approved
or provided for in COP,
and provide additional
information if requested.
635......................... Notify BOEM any time 1.
commercial operations
cease without an
approved suspension.
636(a)...................... Notify BOEM in writing no 1.
later than 30 days after
commencing activities
associated with
placement of facilities
on lease area.
636(b)...................... Notify BOEM in writing no 1.
later than 30 days after
completion of
construction and
installation activities.
636(c)...................... Notify BOEM in writing at 1.
least 7 days before
commencing commercial
operations.
** 642(b); 648; 655; Submit revised or 50.
658(c)(3). modified GAPs and
required additional
information.
651......................... Before beginning 30.
construction of OCS
facility described in
GAP, complete survey
activities identified in
GAP and submit initial
findings. (This only
includes the time
involved in submitting
the findings; it does
not include the survey
time as these surveys
would be conducted as
good business practice.).
653(a)...................... Notify BOEM in writing 1.
within 30 days of
completing installation
activities under the GAP.
653(b)...................... Submit annual report 30.
summarizing findings
from activities
conducted under approved
GAP.
653(c)...................... Submit annual, or at 40.
other time periods as
BOEM determines, GAP
compliance
certification,
recommendations,
reports, etc.
655(a)...................... Notify BOEM in writing 10.
before conducting any
activities not approved
or provided for in GAP,
and provide additional
information if requested.
656......................... Notify BOEM any time 1.
approved GAP activities
cease without an
approved suspension.
658(c)(1)................... If after construction, 3.
cable or pipeline
deviate from approved
COP or GAP, notify
affected lease operators
and ROW/RUE grant
holders of deviation and
provide BOEM evidence of
such notices.
659......................... Determine appropriate air 70.
quality modeling
protocol, conduct air
quality modeling, and
submit 3 copies of air
quality modeling report
and 3 sets of digital
files as supporting
information to plans.
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Subpart G--Facility Design, Fabrication, and Installation
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Three *** indicate the primary cites for the reports 0.
discussed in this subpart, and the burdens include any
previous or subsequent references throughout part 585
to submitting and obtaining approval. This subpart
contains references to other information submissions,
approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the
burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 585.
*** 700(a)(1), (b), (c); 701 Submit Facility Design 200.
Report, including
copies, in format
specified, of cover
letter, certification
statement, and all
required information (1-
3 paper or electronic
copies as specified).
*** 700(a)(2); (b), (c); 702 Submit copies, in format 160.
specified, of
Fabrication and
Installation Report,
certification statement
and all required
information.
705(a)(3); 707; 712......... Certified Verification 100 interim
Agent (CVA) conducts report.
independent assessment
of the facility design
and submits all reports/
certifications to lessee
or grant holder and
BOEM--interim reports if
required, and copies, in
format specified, of
final reports.
100 final
report.
705(a)(3); 708; 709; 710; CVA conducts independent 100 interim
712. assessments/inspections report.
on the fabrication and
installation activities,
informs lessee or grant
holder if procedures are
changed or design
specifications are
modified; and submits
all reports/
certifications to lessee
or grant holder and
BOEM--interim reports if
required, and copies, in
format specified, of
final reports.
100 final
report.
*** 703; 705(a)(3); 712; 815 CVA/project engineer 20 interim
monitors major project report.
modifications and
repairs and submits all
reports/certifications
to lessee or grant
holder and BOEM--interim
reports if required, and
copies, in format
specified, of final
reports.
15 final
report.
705(c)...................... Request waiver of CVA 40.
requirement in writing;
lessee must demonstrate
standard design and best
practices.
706......................... Submit for approval with 16.
SAP, COP, or GAP,
initial nominations for
a CVA or new replacement
CVA nomination, and
required information.
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708(b)(2)................... Lessee or grant holder 1.
notify BOEM if
modifications identified
by CVA/project engineer
are accepted.
709(a)(14); 710(a)(2), (e) Make fabrication quality 1.
\2\. control, installation
towing, and other
records available to CVA/
project engineer for
review (retention
required by Sec.
585.714).
713......................... Notify BOEM within 10 1.
business days after
commencing commercial
operations.
714 \2\..................... Until BOEM releases 100.
financial assurance,
compile, retain, and
make available to BOEM
and/or CVA the as-built
drawings, design
assumptions/analyses,
summary of fabrication
and installation
examination records,
inspection results, and
records of repairs not
covered in inspection
report. Record original
and relevant material
test results of all
primary structural
materials; retain
records during all
stages of construction.
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Subpart H--Environmental and Safety Management, Inspections, and
Facility Assessments for Activities Conducted Under SAPs, COPs, and GAPs
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801(c), (d)................. Notify BOEM if endangered 1.
or threatened species,
or their designated
critical habitat, may be
in the vicinity of the
lease or grant or may be
affected by lease or
grant activities.
801(e), (f)................. Submit information to 6.
ensure proposed
activities will be
conducted in compliance
with the Endangered
Species Act (ESA) and
Marine Mammal Protection
Act (MMPA); including
agreements and
mitigating measures
designed to avoid or
minimize adverse effects
and incidental take of
endangered species or
critical habitat.
802; 902(e)................. Notify BOEM of 3.
archaeological resource
within 72 hours of
discovery.
802(b), (c)................. If requested, conduct 10.
further archaeological
investigations and
submit report/
information.
802(d)...................... If applicable, submit 0.5.
payment for BOEM costs
in carrying out National
Historic Preservation
Act responsibilities.
803......................... If required, conduct 15.
additional surveys to
define boundaries and
avoidance distances and
submit report.
*** 810; 614; 627; 632(b); Submit safety management 35.
651. system description with
the SAP, COP, or GAP.
813(b)(1)................... Report within 24 hours 0.5 reports.
when any required
equipment taken out of
service for more than 12
hours; provide written
confirmation if reported
orally.
1 confirmation
813(b)(3)................... Notify BOEM when 0.5.
equipment returned to
service; provide written
confirmation if reported
orally.
815(c)...................... When required, analyze 1.5.
cable, P/L, or facility
damage or failures to
determine cause and as
soon as available submit
comprehensive written
report.
816......................... Submit plan of corrective 2.
action report on
observed detrimental
effects on cable, P/L,
or facility within 30
days of discovery; take
remedial action and
submit report of
remedial action within
30 days after completion.
822(a)(2)(iii), (b)......... Until BOEM releases 1.
financial assurance,
maintain records of
design, construction,
operation, maintenance,
repairs, and
investigation on or
related to lease or ROW/
RUE area; make available
to BOEM for inspection.
823......................... Request reimbursement 2.
within 90 days for food,
quarters, and
transportation provided
to BOEM reps during
inspection.
824(a) \2\.................. Develop annual self 24.
inspection plan covering
all facilities; retain
with records, and make
available to BOEM upon
request.
824(b)...................... Conduct annual self 36.
inspection and submit
report by November 1.
825......................... Based on API RP 2A-WSD, 60.
perform assessment of
structures, initiate
mitigation actions for
structures that do not
pass assessment process,
retain information, and
make available to BOEM
upon request.
830(a), (c); 831 thru 833... Immediately report 0.5 oral.
incidents to BOEM via
oral communications,
submit written follow-up
report within 15
business days after the
incident, and submit any
required additional
information.
4 written.
830(d)...................... Report oil spills as 0.
required by BSEE 30 CFR
254. Burden covered
under BSEE 1014-0007.
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Subpart I--Decommissioning
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Four **** indicate the primary cites for the reports 0.
discussed in this subpart, and the burdens include any
previous or subsequent references throughout part 585
to submitting and obtaining approval. This subpart
contains references to other information submissions,
approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the
burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 585.
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**** 902; 905, 906; 907; Submit for approval 20.
908(c); 909. copies, in format
specified, of SAP, COP,
or GAP decommissioning
application and site
clearance plan at least
2 years before
decommissioning
activities begin, 90
days after completion of
activities, or 90 days
after cancellation,
relinquishment, or other
termination of lease or
grant. Include
documentation of
coordination efforts w/
States/CZMA agencies,
local or tribal
governments, requests
that certain facilities
remain in place for
other activities, be
converted to an
artificial reef, or be
toppled in place. Submit
additional information/
evidence requested or
modify and resubmit
application.
902(d); 908;................ Notify BOEM at least 60 1.
days before commencing
decommissioning
activities.
910......................... Within 60 days after 1.
removing a facility,
verify to BOEM that site
is cleared.
912......................... Within 60 days after 8.
removing a facility,
cable, or pipeline,
submit a written report.
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BOEM does not anticipate decommissioning activities for at least 5 years
so the requirements have been given a minimal burden.
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Subpart J--RUEs for Energy- and Marine-Related Activities Using Existing
OCS Facilities
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1004, 1005, 1006............ Contact owner of existing 1.
facility and/or lessee
of the area to reach
preliminary agreement to
use facility and obtain
concurring signatures;
submit request to BOEM
for an alternative use
RUE, including all
required information/
modifications.
1007(a), (b), (c)........... Submit indication of 4.
competitive interest in
response to Federal
Register notice.
1007(c)..................... Submit description of 5.
proposed activities and
required information in
response to Federal
Register notice of
competitive offering.
1007(f)..................... Lessee or owner of 1.
facility submits
decision to accept or
reject proposals deemed
acceptable by BOEM.
1010(c)..................... Request renewal of 6.
Alternate Use RUE.
1012; 1016(b)............... Provide financial 1.
assurance as BOEM
determines in approving
RUE for an existing
facility, including
additional security if
required.
1013........................ Submit request for 1.
assignment of an
alternative use RUE for
an existing facility,
including all required
information.
1015........................ Request relinquishment of 1.
RUE for an existing
facility.
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\1\ In the future, BOEM may require electronic filing of certain
submissions.
\2\ Retention of these records is usual and customary business practice;
the burden is primarily to make them available to BOEM and CVAs.
Estimated Reporting and Recordkeeping Non-Hour Cost Burden: The
current OMB approved non-hour cost burdens total $3,816,000. We have
identified three non-hour cost burdens for this collection. These non-
hour cost burdens consist of service fees for BOEM document/study
preparation, costs for paying a contractor instead of BOEM, and costs
for a site-specific study and report to evaluate the cause of harm to
natural resources.
Public Disclosure Statement: The PRA (44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq.)
provides that an agency may not conduct or sponsor a collection of
information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.
Until OMB approves a collection of information, you are not obligated
to respond.
Comments: We invite comments on: (1) Whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary for the agency to perform its
duties, including whether the information is useful; (2) the accuracy
of our burden estimate; (3) ways to enhance the quality, usefulness,
and clarity of the information to be collected; and (4) ways to
minimize the burden on the respondents, including the use of automated
collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
Agencies must also estimate the non-hour cost burdens to
respondents or recordkeepers resulting from the collection of
information. Therefore, if you have costs to generate, maintain, and
disclose this information, you should comment and provide your total
capital and startup cost components or annual operation, maintenance,
and purchase of service components. You should describe the methods you
use to estimate major cost factors, including system and technology
acquisition, expected useful life of capital equipment, discount
rate(s), and the period over which you incur costs. Capital and startup
costs include, among other items, computers and software you purchase
to prepare for collecting information, monitoring, and record storage
facilities. You should not include estimates for equipment or services
purchased: (i) Before October 1, 1995; (ii) to comply with requirements
not associated with the information collection; (iii) for reasons other
than to provide information or keep records for the Government; or (iv)
as part of customary and usual business or private practices.
We will summarize written responses to this notice and address them
in our submission for OMB approval. As a result of your comments, we
will make any necessary adjustments to the burden in our submission to
OMB.
Public Availability of Comments: Before including your address,
phone number, email address, or other personal identifying information
in your comment, you should be aware that your entire comment--
including your personal identifying information--may be made publicly
available at any time. While you can ask us in your comment to withhold
your personal identifying information from public review, we cannot
guarantee that we will be able to do so.
Dated: October 2, 2012.
Deanna Meyer-Pietruszka,
Chief, Office of Policy, Regulations, and Analysis.
[FR Doc. 2012-24878 Filed 10-9-12; 8:45 am]
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