Each application shall describe and identify:
  (1) the size, sequence, and timing of the subareas of the permit area for which it is anticipated that individual permits for mining will be requested over the estimated total life of the proposed underground mining activities; and
  (2) the nature of cultural, historic and archeological resources listed on or eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and known archeological sites within the proposed permit and adjacent areas.
    (A) The description shall be based on all available information, including, but not limited to, information from the State Historic Preservation Officer and local archeological, historical, and cultural preservation agencies.
    (B) The Commission may require the applicant to identify and evaluate important historic and archeological resources that may be eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places, through:
      (i) collection of additional information;
      (ii) conduct of field investigations; or
      (iii) other appropriate analyses.

Source Note: The provisions of this §12.171 adopted to be effective April 7, 1997, 22 TexReg 3093; amended to be effective November 4, 1997, 22 TexReg 10640.