# 43 C.F.R. § 49.120 (2026): How will a bureau make a decision about a permit application?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T43_P49_S49_120

## Section

- **Citation:** 43 C.F.R. § 49.120 (2026)
- **Heading:** How will a bureau make a decision about a permit application?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 43 CFR: Public Lands: Interior / Part 49: PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCES PRESERVATION / Subpart B: Paleontological Resources Permitting › Requirements, Modifications, and Appeals / § 49.120: § 49.120   How will a bureau make a decision about a permit application?

## Text

(a) The Federal land manager will evaluate the permit application and analyze impacts in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
(b) The Federal land manager may issue a permit upon determining that:
(1) The applicant possesses the qualifications required by § 49.110;
(2) The permitted activity and any collection that would be made under the proposed permit would further paleontological knowledge, public education, or management of paleontological resources;
(3) The permitted activity would be consistent with the purpose and management objectives defined for the Federal land;
(4) The permitted activity would be conducted in a manner that would avoid or minimize adverse effects to significant natural or cultural resources; and
(5) An approved repository has confirmed in writing that it is willing to accept the collection in accordance with the terms and conditions in the permit.

## Nearby sections

- [43 C.F.R. § 49.100 (2026) § 49.100   When is a permit required to collect paleontological resources on Federal land?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T43_P49_S49_100.md)
- [43 C.F.R. § 49.105 (2026) § 49.105   Who can receive a permit?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T43_P49_S49_105.md)
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- [43 C.F.R. § 49.135 (2026) § 49.135   Can a permit-related decision be appealed?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T43_P49_S49_135.md)
- [43 C.F.R. § 49.140 (2026) § 49.140   What is the process for appealing a permit-related decision?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T43_P49_S49_140.md)
- [43 C.F.R. § 49.145 (2026) § 49.145   Has OMB approved the information collection provisions of this part?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T43_P49_S49_145.md)

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