LAC 43:XV.3709. Application Approval and Notice

A. If the office finds the applicant eligible, and it does not have information readily available which would preclude issuance of a permit to the applicant for mining in the area proposed, it shall: 1. determine the minimal data requirements necessary to meet the provisions of §3711; 2. select the services of one or more qualified laboratories to perform the required work. A copy of the contract or other appropriate work order and the final approved report shall be provided to the applicant. B. The office shall inform the applicant, in writing, if the application is denied and shall state the reasons for denial. C. The granting of assistance under this Chapter shall not be a factor in decisions by the office on a subsequent permit application.