Are there time frames for making findings?
Yes. Each agency involved in an action, including the lead agency, must wait a minimum of 10 calendar days after the lead agency has filed the final EIS before any can make findings. The purpose of the waiting period is to allow agencies and the public reasonable time to consider the final EIS. When an action involves an applicant, the lead agency must make its findings no more than 30 calendar days after the final EIS is filed, or longer with agreement of the project sponsor. Other involved agencies may make their findings whenever they make their final decisions. 12. Are there filing requirements for SEQR findings? Yes. Section 617.12(b) requires that involved agencies file copies of their SEQR findings with the applicant, and with all other agencies involved in the action. Each involved agency must also retain copies in its files, available for public inspection. No publication is required. 13. Why must all involved agencies receive copies of the others’ SEQR findings? The sharing o
