R652-90-1000. Amendments to Management Plans

1. The division shall follow the management direction, policies and land use proposals presented in comprehensive management plans. When unforeseen circumstances arise which may require a change in plans, the division shall adhere to the following procedure for amendments to comprehensive management plans:

(a) notify affected lessees, beneficiaries, local and other affected government entities;

(b) submit the proposed amendment to the RDCC for review and comment; and

(c) conduct a public meeting in the affected area to provide an opportunity for comment, after giving two weeks' notice in a local newspaper. The division shall acknowledge all written comments.

2. Resource plans may be amended by the division without public notice.

3. Site-specific plans may be amended by the director at any time following issuance provided that the amendment:

(a) does not materially affect any person's rights or obligations, and

(b) is consistent with existing policy or rule.