11 AAC 85.010 - Competitive designation
(a) Except as
provided in (b) of this section, state land will be designated as competitive
for coal leasing purposes if the coal potential of the land for commercial
development has been determined to be high or moderate by the division of
geological and geophysical surveys after reviewing all available data. Land
will be ranked as high potential if potentially commercial reserves are proven
by drilling or field investigation. Land will be ranked as moderate potential
if the probable existence of potentially commercial reserves is indicated by
proximity to coal outcrops or drill holes.
(b) Land may not be designated as competitive
for coal leasing purposes if the commissioner determines that there exists an
irreconcilable conflict with surface use, and that coal development is not the
highest and best use of the land.
Notes
Authority:AS 38.05.020
AS 38.05.145
AS 38.05.150
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