Decision Memo Completed

DFPA Chilcoot Solar Panel SUP Authorization Project

Umpqua National Forest Douglas, Oregon North Umpqua Ranger District

The Project is needed to authorize a new special use permit for Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) so that the proponent can build a new solar array at an existing site to provide necessary power to the smoke detection cameras on the site.

Location

Chilcoot Communications Site

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
08/01/2023
2
Decision
08/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2023 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3); 32.2 (21), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(21)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations
DFPA Chilcoot Solar Panel SUP Authorization ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/22/2023
ForestsUmpqua National Forest
DistrictsNorth Umpqua Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management