§ 2804.10 What should I do before I file my application?

(a) Before filing an application with BLM, we encourage you to make an appointment for a preapplication meeting with the appropriate personnel in the BLM field office having jurisdiction over the lands you seek to use. During the preapplication meeting, BLM can: (1) Identify potential routing and other constraints; (2) Determine whether the lands are located inside a designated or existing right-of-way corridor or a designated leasing area; (3) Tentatively schedule the processing of your proposed application; and (4) Inform you of your financial obligations, such as processing and monitoring costs and rents. (b) Subject to § 2804.13 of this subpart, BLM may share any information you provide under paragraph (a) of this section with Federal, state, tribal, and local government agencies to ensure that: (1) These agencies are aware of any authorizations you may need from them; and (2) We initiate effective coordinated planning as soon as possible.