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43 CFR 3267.10: How do I request a variance from BLM requirements that apply to my drilling operations?
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 43—Public Lands: Interior
- Subtitle B—Regulations Relating to Public Lands
- CHAPTER II—BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
- SUBCHAPTER C—MINERALS MANAGEMENT (3000)
- PART 3200—GEOTHERMAL RESOURCE LEASING
- Subpart 3267—Geothermal Drilling Operations Relief and Appeals
(a) You may file a request for a variance from the requirements of § 3200.4 for your approved drilling operations. Your request must include enough information to explain:
(1) Why you cannot comply with the requirements of § 3200.4; and
(2) Why you need the variance to control your well, conserve natural resources, or protect public health and safety, property, or the environment.
(b) We may approve your request orally or in writing. If BLM gives you an oral approval, we will follow up with written confirmation.
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