§ 3602.1-3 - Approval and modification of mining and reclamation plans.

(a) Upon review of the mining and reclamation plans, the authorized officer shall promply notify the applicant of any deficiencies in the plan and of changes needed to prevent undue and unnecessary degradation of the lands, and hazards to public health and safety. Necessary changes shall be made as agreed by the authorized officer and the applicant.

(b) The permittee's operation shall not deviate from the plan approved by the authorized officer.

(c) An approved mining or reclamation plan may be modified by mutual agreement of the authorized officer and permittee at any time to adjust to changed conditions, or correct any oversight potentially resulting in undue or unnecessary degradation. Any change shall be consistent with the requirements under § 3601.1-3 of this title.

(d) The authorized officer shall review the proposed plan modification and within 30 days notify the permittee of its approval or needed changes.