If the Director finds on the basis of consultation pursuant to Section 16013 or the completed request for designation that the dispute involves issues of general application to other projects, or is of regional or statewide impact, or that the project involves substantial public interest or concern, the Director may require a hearing prior to making a designation. Notice of the time and place of the hearing shall be published in newspapers of general circulation where the dispute exists and be sent to all interested parties, disputing agencies, and the applicant not later than 7 calendar days after receiving the completed request for designation.
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 14, § 16030
Note: Authority cited: Division 13, Public Resources Code; Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 1.5, Government Code. Reference: Section 21165, Public Resources Code.