# 43 C.F.R. § 3715.3 (2026): Must I consult with BLM before occupancy?

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## Section

- **Citation:** 43 C.F.R. § 3715.3 (2026)
- **Heading:** Must I consult with BLM before occupancy?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 43 CFR: Public Lands: Interior / Chapter II: BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR / Part 3710: PUBLIC LAW 167 › ACT OF JULY 23, 1955 / Subpart 3715: Use and Occupancy Under the Mining Laws / § 3715.3: § 3715.3   Must I consult with BLM before occupancy?

## Text

Before beginning occupancy, you must consult with BLM about the requirements of this subpart. See Table 2 in this section.
Table 2
Consultation requirements
If you are proposing a use that would involve occupancy
Then.
Under a plan of operations or a modification submitted under 43 CFR part 3800, subpart 3802 or subpart 3809
You must include in the proposed plan of operations the materials required by § 3715.3-2 describing any proposed occupancy for BLM review concurrently with review of the plan of operation.
BLM will determine whether you have complied with the requirements of this subpart together with its decision approving or modifying the plan.
Under the notice provisions of 43 CFR part 3800, subpart 3809
You must submit the materials required by § 3715.3-2 together with the materials submitted under 43 CFR 3809.1-3 for BLM review concurrently with its review of the proposed activity.
Any activities in the notice that do not involve occupancy and are reasonably incident may proceed in accordance with 43 CFR part 3800, subpart 3809.
And is a “casual use” under 43 CFR 3809.1-2 or does not require a plan of operations under 43 CFR 3802.1-2 and 3809.1-4 or a notice under 43 CFR 3809.1-3
You are subject to the consultation provisions of this subpart and must submit the materials required by § 3715.3-2 to BLM.
Any casual use activities that do not involve occupancy and are reasonably incident may proceed in accordance with 43 CFR part 3800, subpart 3809.
Or enclosures, fences, gates, or signs intended to exclude the general public
You are subject to the consultation provisions of this subpart and must submit the materials required by § 3715.3-2 to BLM.

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