N.D. Admin. Code 89-06-01-02

Current through Supplement No. 394, October, 2024

Section 89-06-01-02 - Initial review

The commission will make an initial review of a proposal to decide whether the project or study is eligible for funding from the resources trust fund.

1.Information required for the review of the project or study. An applicant must submit, as applicable:

a. A description of the purpose and goals.

b. The area where the proposed project is to be physically located or the study is to be undertaken.

c. The area to be served.

d. Maps, diagrams, and any engineering plans or specifications already completed.

e. The approximate cost of carrying out the proposal.

f. An estimate of any revenue the project is expected to generate.

g. The amount of funding sought from the resources trust fund and the amount the applicant intends to contribute to carry out the proposal.

h. The results of all efforts made to secure funds from sources other than the resources trust fund.

i. An explanation why assistance from the resources trust fund is necessary.

j. An explanation how the project or study relates to any master plans of water resource districts affected.

k. A preliminary report on the engineering feasibility of the project.

I. A general discussion of any objections to the proposal.

m. Other information the applicant believes pertinent or the commission requests.

n. A general explanation of all alternatives considered and whether an alternative project or study can satisfy the objectives.

2.The commission's decision upon initial review. After initial review, the commission may decide:

a. To provide cost-share assistance in consideration of the commission's cost-share policy.

b. The information provided is inadequate to review the proposal and may request additional information from the applicant or obtain more information itself.

c. A study of the proposal should be undertaken and may order the applicant to conduct the study or may conduct the study itself.

N.D. Admin Code 89-06-01-02

Effective June 1, 1987. .

Amended by Administrative Rules Supplement 2014-353, July 2014, effective July 1, 2014. .

General Authority: NDCC 28-32-02, 61-02-14

Law Implemented: NDCC 57-51.1-07.1