The Land Use Analysis/Environmental Impact Statement Process
Submit Application/ Proposal to Lead Agency
MOU Prepared
Preliminary Evaluation of Potential Impact
Significant Impact Will Occur EIS Preparation and Land Use Analysis Required
Impact is Uncertain EA Preparation Required
No Impact Will Occur Categorical Exclusion
Third-Party Contractor Selected
Notice of Intent (NOI)
FOSI Prepare EIS
FONSI No Further Study Required
Public Scoping
Preparation of Draft LUA/DEIS
Evaluation of Existing Baseline Data and Applicable NEPA Documents
90-Day Public Review of Draft EIS
Additional Baseline Data Gathered as Required
Preparation of Proposed LUA/Final EIS
Analysis of Management Situation (AMS) Application of Coal Suitability Criteria (43 CFR 3460)
Publish NOA 30-Day Public Protest Period 60-Day Governors Consistency Review
Formulate Alternatives Analyze Effects of Alternatives
Assessment of Public Comments
Preparation of Record of Decision (ROD) Select Preferred Alternative