36 CFR § 9.102
How will the NPS conduct formal review?
November 4, 2020
(a) The Superintendent will evaluate the potential impacts of your proposal on federally owned or administered lands, waters, or resources within System units, visitor uses and experiences, and visitor and employee health and safety. As part of this evaluation process, the NPS will comply with all applicable federal laws, including the National Environmental Policy Act. The Superintendent will then make a recommendation to the Regional Director regarding final action on your operations permit.
(b) As part of the evaluation process, the Superintendent may consult with other Federal, State, and local agencies.