§214.8. Appeal content.

The appellant's name, mailing address, daytime telephone number, and email address, if any;

A brief description of the decision being appealed, including the name and title of the Responsible Official and the date of the decision;

The title or type and, if applicable, identification number for the written authorization and the date of application for or issuance of the written authorization, if applicable;

A statement of how the appellant is adversely affected by the decision being appealed;

A statement of the relevant facts underlying the decision being appealed;

A discussion of issues raised by the decision being appealed, including identification of any laws, regulations, or policies that were allegedly violated in reaching the decision being appealed;

A statement as to whether and how the appellant has attempted to resolve the issues under appeal with the Responsible Official and the date and outcome of those efforts;

A statement of the relief sought;

Any documents and other information upon which the appellant relies; and

A request for an oral presentation under § 214.16;

A request for a stay under § 214.13; and

A request to participate in a state mediation program regarding certain term grazing permit disputes under 36 CFR part 222, subpart B.