Administrative Rules of Montana
Department 17 - ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Chapter 17.24 - RECLAMATION
Subchapter 17.24.11 - Strip and Underground Mine Reclamation Act: Bonding, Insurance, Reporting, and Special Areas
Rule 17.24.1147 - DESIGNATION OF LANDS UNSUITABLE: DECISION ON PETITION
Universal Citation: MT Admin Rules 17.24.1147
Current through Register Vol. 6, March 22, 2024
(1) In reaching its decision, the department shall use:
(a) the information contained in
the data base and inventory system provided for in ARM
17.24.1148;
(b) information provided by other
governmental agencies;
(c) the
detailed statement prepared under
82-4-228(3), MCA;
and
(d) any other relevant
information submitted during the comment period.
(2) A final written decision must be issued by the department including a statement of reasons, within 60 days of completion of the public hearing, or, if no public hearing is held, then within 12 months after receipt of the complete petition. The department shall simultaneously send the decision by certified mail to the petitioner, every other party to the proceeding, and to the federal coal regulatory agency.
AUTH: 82-4-205, MCA; IMP: 82-4-227, MCA
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