36 CFR §254.21

1. (a)An application to purchase National Forest System lands—
   1. (1)Must be made by designated officials) authorized to do business in the name of a county, city, or local governmental subdivision;
   2. (2)May be in the form of a letter, ordinance, or resolution;
   3. (3)Must be furnished to the District Ranger or the Forest Supervisor for the National Forest area in which the lands are situated; and
   4. (4)Must be limited to 640 acres or less adjacent to an established community.
2. (b)An application must be accompanied by—
   1. (1)A description of the land desired; and
   2. (2)A development plan, consisting of a narrative statement and map, which gives a detailed description of the intended use of the site and how essential community needs will be met by the purchase.