Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2010/01/12/2010-356/mms-information-collection-activity-1010-0176-renewable-energy-and-alternate-uses-of-existing
Timestamp: 2016-10-21 23:49:07
Document Index: 607002088

Matched Legal Cases: ['art 285', 'art 28526', 'art 28518', 'art 2850210', 'art 285', 'art 285', 'art 285', 'art 2850500', 'art 285', 'art 2850', 'art 254', 'art 254', 'art 285', 'art 2850', '§\u2009285', 'art 254', 'art 2540', 'art 285', 'art 285', 'arts 250', 'art11', '§\u2009285']

:: MMS Information Collection Activity: 1010-0176, Renewable Energy and Alternate Uses of Existing Facilities on the Outer Continental Shelf, Extension of a Collection; Submitted for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Review; Comment Request
https://www.federalregister.gov/d/2010-356
Notice of a revision of an information collection (1010-0176).
Respondents will operate commercial and noncommercial technology projects Start Printed Page 1635that include installation, construction, operation and maintenance, and decommissioning of offshore facilities, as well as possible onshore support facilities. The MMS must ensure that these activities and operations on the OCS are carried out in a safe and pollution-free manner, do not interfere with the rights of other users on the OCS, and balance the protection and development of OCS resources. To do this, MMS needs information concerning the proposed activities, facilities, safety equipment, inspections and tests, and natural and manmade hazards near the site, as well as assurance of fiscal responsibility. Specifically, MMS will use the information collected under part 285 to:
Estimated Reporting and Recordkeeping Hour Burden: The estimated annual hour burden for this information collection is a total of 31,124 hours. The following chart details the individual components and estimated hour burdens. In calculating the burdens, we assumed that respondents perform certain requirements in the normal course of their activities. We consider these to be usual and customary and took that into account in estimating the burden.Start Printed Page 1636
Section(s) in 30 CFR 285Reporting and recordkeeping requirementHour burdenNon-hour cost burdensAverage number of annual responsesAnnual burden hoursSubpart A—General Provisions102; 105; 110These sections contain general references to submitting comments, requests, applications, plans, notices, reports, and/or supplemental information for MMS approval—burdens covered under specific requirements.0102(e)State and local governments enter into task force or joint planning or coordination agreement with MMS16 agreements6103; 904Request general departures not specifically covered elsewhere in part 28526 requests12105(c)Make oral requests or notifications and submit written follow up within 3 business days not specifically covered elsewhere in part 28518 requests8106; 107; 213(e); 230(f); 302(a); 408(b)(7); 409(c); 1005(c); 1007(c); 1013(b)(7)Submit evidence of qualifications to hold a lease or grant, required information and supporting information220 evidence submissions40106(b)(1)Request exception from exclusion or disqualification from participating in transactions covered by Federal non-procurement debarment and suspension system11 exception1106(b)(2), (3); 225; 527(c); 705(c)(2); 1016Request reconsideration and/or hearingRequirement not considered IC under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(9).0108; 530(b)Notify MMS within 3 business days after learning of any action filed alleging respondent is insolvent or bankrupt11 notice1109Notify MMS in writing of merger, name change, or change of business form no later than 120 days after earliest of either the effective date or filing dateRequirement not considered IC under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(1).0111Within 30 days of receiving bill, submit processing fee payments for MMS document or study preparation to process applications and requests.54 fee submissions2 4 MMS payments x $4,000 = $16,000111(b)(2), (3)Submit comments on proposed processing fee or request approval to perform or directly pay contractor for all or part of any document, study, or other activity, to reduce MMS processing costs24 processing fee comments or reduction requests8111(b)(3)Perform, conduct, develop, etc., all or part of any document, study, or other activity; and provide results to MMS to reduce MMS processing fee19,0001 submission19,000111(b)(3)Pay contractor for all or part of any document, study, or other activity, and provide results to MMS to reduce MMS processing costs3 contractor payments x $950,000 = $2,850,000111(b)(7); 118(a); 436(c)Appeal MMS estimated processing costs, decisions, or orders pursuant to 30 CFR 290Exempt under 5 CFR 1320.4(a)(2), (c)0113(b)Respond to the Freedom of Information Act release schedule41 agreement4Start Printed Page 1637115(c)Request approval to use later edition of a document incorporated by reference or alternative compliance11 request1116The Director may occasionally request information to administer and carry out the offshore alternative energy program via Federal Register Notices425100118(c); 225(b)Within 15 days of bid rejection, request reconsideration of bid decision or rejectionRequirement not considered IC under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(9).0 78 responses19,183 hoursSubtotal$2,866,000 non-hour costsSubpart B—Issuance of OCS Alternative Energy Leases200; 224; 231; 235; 236; 238These sections contain references to information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, payments, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 2850210; 211(a), (b); 213 thru 216Submit comments in response to Federal Register notices on Request for Interest in OCS Leasing, Call for Information and Nominations (Call), Area Identification, and the Proposed Sale Notice416 comments64211(d); 216; 220 thru 223; 231(c)(2)Submit bid, payments, and required information in response to Federal Register Final Sale Notice512 bids60224Within 10 business days, execute 3 copies of lease form and return to MMS with required payments, including evidence that agent is authorized to act for bidder; if applicable, submit information to support delay in execution15 lease executions5230; 231(a)Submit unsolicited request and acquisition fee for a commercial or limited lease55 unsolicited requests25231(b)Submit comments in response to Federal Register notice re interest of unsolicited request for a lease44 unsolicited requests16231(g)Within 10 business days of receiving lease documents, execute lease; file financial assurance and supporting documentation24 leases8231(g)Within 45 days of receiving lease copies, submit rent and rent informationBurdens covered by information collections approved for 30 CFR Subchapter A.0235(b); 236(b)Request additional time to extend preliminary or site assessment term of commercial or limited lease, including revised schedule for SAP, COP, or GAP submission12 requests2237(b)Request lease be dated and effective 1st day of month in which signed11 request1Subtotal49 responses181 hoursSubpart C—ROW Grants and RUE Grants for Alternative Energy Activities306; 309; 315; 316These sections contain references to information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, payments, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 285.0Start Printed Page 1638302(a); 305; 306Submit 1 paper copy and 1 electronic version of a request for a new or modified ROW or RUE and required information, including qualifications to hold a grant51 ROW/RUE request5307; 308(a)(1)Submit comments on competitive interest in response to Federal Register notice of proposed ROW or RUE grant area or comments on notice of grant auction42 comments8308(a)(2), (b); 315; 316Submit bid and payments in response to Federal Register notice of auction for a ROW or RUE grant51 bid5309Submit decision to accept or reject terms and conditions of noncompetitive ROW or RUE grant21 grant decision2Subtotal5 responses20 hoursSubpart D—Lease and Grant Administration400; 401; 402; 405; 409; 416, 433These sections contain references to information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, payments, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 285.0401(b)Take measures directed by MMS in cessation order and submit reports in order to resume activities1001 cessation measures report100405(d)Submit written notice of change of addressRequirement not considered IC under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(1).0405(e); Form MMS-0006If designated operator (DO) changes, notify MMS and identify new DO for MMS approval11 new DO notice1408 thru 411; Forms MMS-0002 and MMS-0003Within 90 days after last party executes a transfer agreement, submit 1 paper copy and 1 electronic version of a lease or grant assignment application, including originals of each instrument creating or transferring ownership of record title, eligibility and other qualifications; and evidence that agent is authorized to execute assignment1 (30 minutes per form × 2 forms = 1 hour)2 assignment requests/instruments submissions2415(a)(1); 416; 420(a), (b); 428(b)Submit request for suspension and required information no later than 90 days prior to lease or grant expiration102 suspension requests20417(b)Conduct, and if required pay for, site-specific study to evaluate cause of harm or damage; and submit 1 paper copy and 1 electronic version of study and results1001 study/submission100 1 study × $950,000 = $950,000425 thru 428; 652(a)Request lease or grant renewal no later than 180 days before termination date of your limited lease or grant, or no later than 2 years before termination date of operations term of commercial lease62 renewal requests12435; 658(c)(2); Form MMS-0004Submit 1 paper copy and 1 electronic version of application to relinquish lease or grant12 relinquishments2Start Printed Page 1639436; 437Provide information for reconsideration of MMS decision to contract or cancel lease or grant areaRequirement not considered IC under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(9).0 11 responses237 hoursSubtotal$950,000Subpart E—Payments and Financial Assurance RequirementsAn * indicates the primary cites for providing bonds or other financial assurance, and the burdens include any previous or subsequent references throughout part 285 to furnish, replace, or provide additional bonds, securities, or financial assurance. This subpart contains references to other information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 2850500 thru 509; 1011Submit payor information, payments and payment information, and maintain auditable records according to subchapter A regulations or guidanceBurdens covered by information collections approved for 30 CFR Subchapter A.0506(c)(4)Submit documentation of the gross annual generation of electricity produced by the generating facility on the lease—use same form as authorized by the EIA. (Burden covered under DOE/EIA OMB Control Number 1905-0129 to gather info and fill out form. MMS's burden is for submitting a copy)10 min6 forms1510Submit application and required information for waiver or reduction of rental or other payment11 waiver or rental reduction1* 515; 516(a)(1), (b); 525(a) thru (f)Execute and provide $100,000 minimum lease-specific bond or other approved security; or increase bond level if required16 base-level lease bonds or other security6* 516(a)(2), (3), (b), (c); 517; 525(a) thru (f)Execute and provide commercial lease supplemental bonds in amounts determined by MMS15 SAP and COP bonds5516(a)(4); 521(c)Execute and provide decommissioning bond or other financial assurance; schedule for providing the appropriate amount13 decommissioning bonds3517(c)(1)Submit comments on proposed adjustment to bond amounts13 adjustment comments3517(c)(2)Request bond reduction and submit evidence to justify52 reduction requests10* 520; 521; 525(a) thru (f); Form MMS-0005Execute and provide $300,000 minimum limited lease or grant-specific bond or increase financial assurance if required11 base-level ROW/RUE bond1525(g)Surety notice to lessee or ROW/RUE grant holder and MMS within 5 business days after initiating insolvency or bankruptcy proceeding, or Treasury decertifies surety11 surety notice1* 526In lieu of surety bond, pledge other types of securities, including authority for MMS to sell and use proceeds21 other security pledge2Start Printed Page 1640526(c)Provide annual certified statements describing the nature and market value, including brokerage firm statements/reports11 statement1* 527; 531Demonstrate financial worth/ability to carry out present and future financial obligations, annual updates, and related or subsequent actions/records/reports, etc10110528Provide third-party indemnity; financial information/statements; additional bond info; executed guarantor agreement and supporting information/documentation10110528(c)(6); 532(b)Guarantor/Surety requests MMS terminate period of liability and notifies lessee or ROW/RUE grant holder, etc11 request1* 529In lieu of surety bond, request authorization to establish decommissioning account, including written authorizations and approvals associated with account21 decommissioning account2530Notify MMS promptly of lapse in bond or other security/action filed alleging lessee, surety or guarantor et al. is insolvent or bankrupt11 notice1533(a)(2)(ii), (iii)Provide agreement from surety issuing new bond to assume all or portion of outstanding liabilities31 surety agreement3536(b)Within 10 business days following MMS notice, lessee, grant holder, or surety agrees to and demonstrates to MMS that lease will be brought into compliance161 agreement demonstration16Subtotal37 responses77 hoursSubpart F—Plans and Information RequirementsTwo ** indicate the primary cites for Site Assessment Plans (SAPs), Construction and Operations Plans (COPs), and General Activities Plans (GAPs); and the burdens include any previous or subsequent references throughout part 285 to submission and approval. This subpart contains references to other information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 2850** 600(a); 601(a), (b); 605 thru 613Within 6 months after issuance of a competitive lease or grant, or within 60 days after determination of no competitive interest, submit 1 paper copy and 1 electronic version of a SAP, including information to assist MMS to comply with NEPA such as hazard info, air quality, and all required information, certifications, etc2406 SAPs1,440Start Printed Page 1641** 600(b); 601(c), (d)(1); 606(b); 618; 620 thru 629; 633If requesting an operations term for commercial lease, at least 6 months before the end of site assessment term, submit 1 paper copy and 1 electronic version of a COP, or FERC license application, including information to assist MMS to comply with NEPA such as hazard info, air quality, and all required information, surveys and/or their results, reports, certifications, project easements, supporting data and information, etc1,0003 COPs3,000** 600(c); 601(a), (b); 640 thru 648Within 6 months after issuance of a competitive lease or grant, or within 60 days after determination of no competitive interest, submit 1 paper copy and 1 electronic version of a GAP, including information to assist MMS to comply with NEPA such as hazard info, air quality, and all required information, surveys and reports, certifications, project easements, etc2401 GAP240** 601(d)(2); 622; 628(f); 632; 634; 658(c)(3)Submit revised or modified COPs, including project easements, and all required additional information501 revised or modified COP50602 1Until MMS releases financial assurance, respondents must maintain, and provide to MMS if requested, all data and information related to compliance with required terms and conditions of SAP, COP, or GAP29 records maintenance/submissions18** 613(d), (e)Submit revised or modified SAPs and required additional information501 revised or modified SAP50612(b); 647(b)Noncompetitive leases must submit copy of SAP or GAP consistency certification and supporting documentation14 leases4615(a)Notify MMS in writing within 30 days of completion of construction and installation activities under SAP15 completion construction notices5615(b)Submit annual report summarizing findings from site assessment activities308 annual reports240615(c)Submit annual, or at other time periods as MMS determines, SAP compliance certification, effectiveness statement, recommendations, reports, supporting documentation, etc408 compliance certifications320617(a)Notify MMS in writing before conducting any activities not approved, or provided for, in SAP; provide additional information if requested101 notice before activity10627(c)Include oil spill response plan as required by part 254Burden covered 30 CFR part 254, 1010-0091.0631Request deviation from approved COP schedule21 deviation request2Start Printed Page 1642633(b)Submit annual, or at other time periods as MMS determines, COP compliance certification, effectiveness statement, recommendations, reports, supporting documentation, etc809 compliance certifications720634(a)Notify MMS in writing before conducting any activities not approved or provided for in COP, and provide additional information if requested101 notice before activity10635Notify MMS any time commercial operations cease without an approved suspension11 termination notice1636(a)Notify MMS in writing no later than 30 days after commencing activities associated with placement of facilities on lease area13 commence notices3636(b)Notify MMS in writing no later than 30 days after completion of construction and installation activities13 completion notices3636(c)Notify MMS in writing at least 7 days before commencing commercial operations13 initial ops notices3** 642(b); 648(e); 655; 658(c)(3)Submit revised or modified GAPs and required additional information501 revised or modified GAP50651Before beginning construction of OCS facility described in GAP, complete survey activities identified in GAP and submit initial findings. This only includes the time involved in submitting the findings; it does not include the survey time as these surveys would be conducted as good business practice305 surveys/reports150653(a)Notify MMS in writing within 30 days of completing installation activities under the GAP15 completion notices5653(b)Submit annual report summarizing findings from activities conducted under approved GAP308 annual reports240653(c)Submit annual, or at other time periods as MMS determines, GAP compliance certification, recommendations, reports, etc408 compliance certifications320655(a)Notify MMS in writing before conducting any activities not approved or provided for in GAP, and provide additional information if requested101 notice before activity10656Notify MMS if at any time approved GAP activities cease without an approved suspension11 termination notice1658(c)(1)If after construction, cable or pipeline deviate from approved COP or GAP, notify affected lease operators and ROW/RUE grant holders of deviation and provide MMS evidence of such notices31 deviation notice/MMS evidence3Start Printed Page 1643659Determine appropriate air quality modeling protocol, conduct air quality modeling, and submit 3 copies of air quality modeling report and 3 sets of digital files as supporting information to plans7010 air quality modeling reports/information700Subtotal108 responses7,598Subpart G—Facility Design, Fabrication, and InstallationThree *** indicate the primary cites for the reports discussed in this subpart, and the burdens include any previous or subsequent references throughout part 285 to submitting and obtaining approval. This subpart contains references to other information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 2850*** 700(a)(1), (b), (c); 701Submit Facility Design Report, including 1 paper copy and 1 electronic copy of the cover letter, certification statement, and all required information (1-3 paper or electronic copies as specified)2003 Facility Design Reports600***700(a)(2); (b), (c); 702Submit 1 paper copy and 1 electronic copy of a Fabrication and Installation Report, certification statement and all required information1603 Fabrication & Installation Reports480705(a)(3); 707; 712Certified Verification Agent (CVA) conducts independent assessment of the facility design and submits reports to lessee or grant holder and MMS—interim reports if required, and 1 electronic copy and 1 paper copy of the final report1003 CVA design interim reports300 1003 CVA final reports300705(a)(3); 708; 709; 710; 712CVA conducts independent assessments on the fabrication and installation activities, informs lessee or grant holder if procedures are changed or design specifications are modified; and submits reports to lessee or grant holder and MMS—interim reports if required, and 1 electronic copy and 1 paper copy of the final report1003 CVA interim reports300 1003 CVA final reports300703 ***; 705(a)(3); 711; 712CVA/project engineer monitors major project modifications and repairs and submits reports to lessee or grant holder and MMS—interim reports if required, and 1 electronic copy and 1 paper copy of the final report201 interim report20 151 final report15705(c)Request waiver of CVA requirement in writing; lessee must demonstrate standard design and best practices401 waiver40706Submit for approval with SAP, COP, or GAP, initial nominations for a CVA or new replacement CVA nomination, and required information1613 new CVA nominations208708(b)(2)Lessee or grant holder notify MMS if modifications identified by CVA/project engineer are accepted11 notice1Start Printed Page 1644709(a)(14); 710(a)(2), (e) 1Make fabrication quality control, installation towing, and other records available to CVA/project engineer for review (retention required by § 285.714)13 records retention3713Notify MMS within 10 business days after commencing commercial operations12 commence notices2714; 1Until MMS releases financial assurance, compile, retain, and make available to MMS and/or CVA the as-built drawings, design assumptions/analyses, summary of fabrication and installation examination records, inspection results, and records of repairs not covered in inspection report. Record original and relevant material test results of all primary structural materials; retain records during all stages of construction1003 lessees300Subtotal43 responses2,869Subpart H—Environmental and Safety Management, Inspections, and Facility Assessments for Activities Conducted Under SAPs, COPs, and GAPs801(c), (d)Notify MMS if endangered or threatened species, or their designated critical habitat, may be in the vicinity of the lease or grant or may be affected by lease or grant activities12 notices2801(e), (f)Submit information to ensure proposed activities will be conducted in compliance with the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA); including, agreements and mitigating measures designed to avoid or minimize adverse effects and incidental take of endangered species or critical habitat62 ESA/MMPA submissions12802; 902(e)Notify MMS of archaeological resource within 72 hours of discovery31 archaeological notice3802(b); 802(c)If requested, conduct further archaeological investigations and submit report101 archaeological report10802(d)If applicable, submit payment for MMS costs in carrying out National Historic Preservation Act responsibilities.51 payment.5803(b)If required, conduct additional surveys to define boundaries and avoidance distances and submit report152 survey/report30810 ***; 632(b)Submit safety management system description with the SAP, COP, or GAP3510 safety management systems350813(b)(1)Report within 24 hours when any required equipment taken out of service for more than 12 hours; provide written confirmation if reported orally.53 equipment reports1.5 11 written confirmation1813(b)(3)Notify MMS when equipment returned to service; provide written confirmation if oral notice.53 return to service notices1.5Start Printed Page 1645815(c)When required, analyze cable, P/L, or facility damage or failures to determine cause and as soon as available submit comprehensive written report1.51 analysis report1.5816Submit plan of corrective action report on observed detrimental effects on cable, P/L, or facility within 30 days of discovery; take remedial action and submit report of remedial action within 30 days after completion21 corrective action plan and report2822(a)(2)(iii), (b)Until MMS releases financial assurance, maintain records of design, construction, operation, maintenance, repairs, and investigation on or related to lease or ROW/RUE area; make available to MMS for inspection14 records retention4823Request reimbursement within 90 days for food, quarters, and transportation provided to MMS reps during inspection21 reimbursement request2824(a) 1Develop annual self inspection plan covering all facilities; retain with records, and make available to MMS upon request244 self assessment plans96824(b)Conduct annual self inspection and submit report by November 1364 annual reports144825Based on API RP 2A-WSD, perform assessment of structures, initiate mitigation actions for structures that do not pass assessment process, retain information, and make available to MMS upon request604 assessments and mitigation actions240830(a), (c); 831 thru 833Immediately report incidents to MMS via oral communications, submit written follow-up report within 15 business days after the incident, and submit any required additional informationOral .56 incidents3 Written 41 incident4830(d)Report oil spills as required by part 254Burden covered by 1010-0091, 30 CFR part 2540Subtotal52 responses908Subpart I—DecommissioningFour **** indicate the primary cites for the reports discussed in this subpart, and the burdens include any previous or subsequent references throughout part 285 to submitting and obtaining approval. This subpart contains references to other information submissions, approvals, requests, applications, plans, etc., the burdens for which are covered elsewhere in part 285Start Printed Page 1646**** 902(b), (c), (d), (f); 905, 906; 907; 908(c); 909Submit for approval 1 paper copy and 1 electronic copy of the SAP, COP, or GAP decommissioning application and site clearance plan at least 2 years before decommissioning activities begin, 90 days after completion of activities, or 90 days after cancellation, relinquishment, or other termination of lease or grant. Include documentation of coordination efforts w/States, local or tribal governments, requests that certain facilities remain in place for other activities, be converted to an artificial reef, or be toppled in place. Submit additional information requested or modify and resubmit application201 decommissioning application20902(d); 908;Notify MMS at least 60 days before commencing decommissioning activities11 decommissioning notice1910Within 60 days after removing a facility, verify to MMS that site is cleared11 removal verification1912Within 60 days after removing a facility, cable, or pipeline, submit a written report81 removal report8MMS does not anticipate decommissioning activities for at least 5 years so the requirements have been given a minimal burdenSubtotal4 responses30Subpart J—RUEs for Energy and Marine-Related Activities Using Existing OCS Facilities1004, 1005, 1006Contact owner of existing facility and/or lessee of the area to reach preliminary agreement to use facility and obtain concurring signatures; submit request to MMS for an alternative use RUE, including all required information/modifications11 request for RUE to use existing facility11007(a), (b), (c)Submit indication of competitive interest in response to Federal Register notice41 response41007(c)Submit description of proposed activities and required information in response to Federal Register notice of competitive offering51 submission51007(f)Lessee or owner of facility submits decision to accept or reject proposals deemed acceptable by MMS11 decision11010(c)Request renewal of Alternate Use RUE61 renewal request61012; 1016(b)Provide financial assurance as MMS determines in approving RUE for an existing facility, including additional security if required11 bond or other security11013Submit request for assignment of an alternative use RUE for an existing facility, including all required information11 RUE assignment request11015Request relinquishment of RUE for an existing facility11 RUE relinquish1Start Printed Page 1647Subtotal8 responses2030 CFR Parts 250 & 290 Proposed Revisions250.1730Request departure from requirement to remove a platform or other facilityNo change to burden covered by 1010-0142, 30 CFR 250, subpart Q0250.1731(c)Request deferral of facility removal subject to RUE issued under this subpart11 deferral request1250.290.2Request reconsideration of an MMS decision concerning a lease bidRequirement not considered IC under 5 CFR 1320.3(h)(9)0Subtotal1 response1 396 Responses31,124Total Burden$3,816,000 Non-Hour Cost Burdens
To comply with the public consultation process, on September 23, 2009, we published a Federal Register notice (74 FR 48588) announcing that we would submit this ICR to OMB for approval. The notice provided the required 60-day comment period. In addition, § 285.114 provides the OMB control number for the information collection requirements imposed by the 30 CFR 285 regulations. The regulation also informs the public that they may comment at any time on the collections of information and provides the address to which they should send comments. We have received no comments in response to these efforts.