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citation: "36 C.F.R. §§ 9.60–9.63"
title: "36"
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to: "9.63"
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url: "https://uscodex.org/cfr/36/9.60..9.63"
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# §9.60. When do I need a temporary access permit?

- (a) You must apply to the Regional Director for a temporary access permit to access your proposed area of operations that is on NPS administered lands or waters in order to conduct reconnaissance surveys. This permit will describe the means, routes, timing, and other terms and conditions of your access as determined by the Regional Director.
- (b) A temporary access permit is subject to cost recovery under [54 U.S.C. 103104](/usc/54/103104.md).

# §9.61. How do I apply for a temporary access permit?


To apply for a temporary access permit, you must submit the following information to the Superintendent of the System unit in which you propose to conduct operations:

- (a) Documentation demonstrating that you hold a right, and the extent of such right, to operate within the System unit;
- (b) A map delineating the proposed reconnaissance survey areas in relation to the System unit boundary and the proposed area of operations at a minimum scale of 1:24,000, or a scale specified by the Superintendent as acceptable;
- (c) A brief description of the intended operation so that we can determine the scope of the reconnaissance surveys needed;
- (d) The name and contact information of the operator, employee, agent, or contractor responsible for overall management of the proposed reconnaissance surveys;
- (e) The name, legal address, telephone number, and qualifications of all specialists responsible for conducting the reconnaissance surveys;
- (f) A description of proposed means of access and routes proposed for conducting the reconnaissance surveys; and
- (g) **A description of the survey methods you intend to use to identify the natural and cultural resources.**

# §9.62. When will the NPS grant a temporary access permit?


If the Regional Director determines that your proposed reconnaissance surveys will not result in surface disturbance, except for minimal disturbance necessary to perform required surveys, the Regional Director will issue you a temporary access permit within 30 days after receipt of a complete application, unless the Regional Director notifies you that additional time is necessary to evaluate or process your application.


# §9.63. How long will I have to conduct my reconnaissance surveys?


The duration of your temporary access permit will be stated in the permit, based upon the scope of the reconnaissance surveys needed. The Regional Director may, upon written request, extend the term of the temporary access permit.