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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) An application to purchase National Forest System lands—
(1) Must be made by designated officials) authorized to do business in the name of a county, city, or local governmental subdivision;
(2) May be in the form of a letter, ordinance, or resolution;
(3) Must be furnished to the District Ranger or the Forest Supervisor for the National Forest area in which the lands are situated; and
(4) Must be limited to 640 acres or less adjacent to an established community.
(b) An application must be accompanied by—
(1) A description of the land desired; and
(2) A development plan, consisting of a narrative statement and map, which gives a detailed description of the intended use of the site and how essential community needs will be met by the purchase.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 36. Parks, Forests, and Public Property § 36.254.21 Applications - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-36-parks-forests-and-public-property/cfr-sect-36-254-21/
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