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' Seven the feasibility of this land use. 2.05.5(1)(a)(i) 2. The applicant needs to address in greater detail the management plan to be implemented as it relates to this land use. Again, this is needed to determine the feasibility of reclaiming this area to irrigated pastureland. Protection measures to be implemented, control of noxious weeds, watering schedules, these are some of the items that need to be discussed in more detail. 2.05.5(1)(iv) Section 2.05.6 Mitigation of the Impacts of Mining Operations 1. Since the majority of the disturbed area will be reclaimed to rangeland suitable for wildlife habitat the applicant needs to address Rule 4.18(4)(1) The operator also needs to address Rule 4.18(2)(a) and (b) and 9.18(4)(e) and (f). This information is needed due to the proximity of the opera- tion to Stollstremer Creek and Chimney Rock. Potential riparian vege- tation needs to be protected as well as the nesting site for the Pergine Falcon in the area. 2.05.6(2)(a) 2. As stated under Section 2.04.11 of this review, interaction must con- tinue between the Division, Dow and Chimney Rock Coal concerning the Pergrine Falcon issue. Any and all information concerning this issue should be reviewed by the three parties. The Division will contact DOW to ascertain the progress of their studies and their position at this time. Zt should be noted, however, that it is still Chimney Rock Coal's responsibility to demonstrate that this resource will not be adversely affected. 2.05.6(2)(iii)(A)(b) Section 2.06 Requirements for Permits for Special Categories of Mining Section 2.06.4 Steep Slope Mining 1. A discussion of how Chimney Rock Coal will meet the performance stand- ards of 9.27.3 is needed. Since the majority of the operation entails removal of coal from steep slopes this information is necessary. Chimeny Rock Coal may elect to obtain a variance under 2.06.5 from restoring ROC. If Chimney Rock does elect to obtain a variance it must demonstrate it meets the requirements of 2.06.5 and the performance standards of Rule 9.27.3, 4.14.1-4.14.6. 2.06.4(3) Section 2.06.8 Surface Coal hfining and Reclamation Operations on Areas, or Adjacent to Areas, Including Alluvial Valley Floors 1. Although the applicant supplied the information necessary for the Phase I, Reconnaissance Level Investigation, it is mentioned that the operation may be jrandiaChured. If the applicant elects to pursue this direction it must be demonstrated that coal was produced in commercial quantities during the year prior to August 3, 1977 as stated in Rule 4.24.4. A written finding will still have to be made, however, demonstrating that Chimney Rock Coal's operation will not materially damage the potential Alluvial valley Floor Adjacent to the operation and conform to 114(2)(c) of the Act. 2.06.8(3)