HAR §13-183-41. Consideration of applications

Within twelve weeks from the date of the first publication of notice of a lease application for state land or as soon as practicable thereafter, the board may hold a public hearing to decide whether or not to lease the land and if deemed appropriate may modify the area sought to be leased. Prior to making its decision, the board may require an applicant to submit a full evaluation of the potential effect of geothermal exploration and development on the environment, fish and wildlife resources, aesthetics, population, 24 and other resources in the area. This evaluation shall consider the potential impact of possible geothermal development and utilization including the construction of power generating plants and transmission facilities. The board shall consider the views and recommendations of other governmental agencies, organizations, industries and lease applicants and shall consider all other potential factors, such as use of the land and its natural resources, the need for geothermal energy development and socioeconomic conditions consistent with multiple-use management principles. The board's decision whether or not to lease and selection of the area to be offered for lease shall be final and not subject to judicial review. [Eff. JUN 22 1981] (Auth: HRS §182-14) (Imp: HRS §182-4)