4VAC25-130-764.19: Decision

(a) In reaching his decision, the Director shall use:

(1) The information contained in the data base and inventory system as required by 4VAC25-130-764.21;

(2) Information provided by other governmental agencies;

(3) The detailed statement when it is prepared under 4VAC25-130-764.17(e); and

(4) Any other relevant information submitted during the comment period.

(b) A final written decision shall be issued by the Director, 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 Director shall simultaneously send the decision by certified mail to the petitioner and intervenors and by regular mail to all other persons involved in the proceeding.

(c) The decision of the Director with respect to a petition, or the failure of the Director to act within the time limits set forth in this section, shall be subject to judicial review by a court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with § 45.2-1027 of the Act and 4VAC25-130-775.13. All relevant portions of the data base, inventory system, and public comments received during the public comment period set by the Director shall be considered and included in the record of the administrative proceeding.