27-1252. Notice of complete, incomplete or
denied plan


A. The state mine inspector shall notify the operator that a reclamation plan is
administratively complete or incomplete within thirty days after receiving the plan.


B. If the inspector notifies the operator that a plan is incomplete or denied, the
inspector shall include a written explanation stating the reasons for denial including
recommendations for correcting incomplete or unacceptable parts of the plan consistent
with the requirements of this chapter. The operator must refile the corrected plan within
ninety days after notification that the previous plan was incomplete or denied or within
a time frame mutually agreed on between the operator and the state mine inspector that
would not materially affect the safety of employees or cause undue hardship on an
operator.