43 CFR 4.704: Reconsideration.

Unless otherwise provided by regulation, reconsideration of a decision may be granted only in extraordinary circumstances and upon a finding of sufficient reasons by the Director or a presiding officer appointed by them. Requests for reconsideration must specify the purported error and must be filed within 15 days of the date of the decision, or the specific deadline provided in the regulations relating to the particular type of proceeding. The filing of a request for reconsideration will not stay the effectiveness of a decision unless ordered by the Director or appointed Ad Hoc Board or presiding officer or otherwise provided by statute or regulation. A request for reconsideration need not be filed to exhaust administrative remedies unless otherwise provided by statute or regulation.