Does the final EIS include all of the information in the draft EIS?
Yes, in most cases. The draft EIS is exactly that—a draft. The final EIS may be significantly different from the draft because the lead agency revises the EIS based on comments and new information learned. The final EIS also includes all comments received on the draft EIS, and the lead agency’s responses. If no significant comments are received, the lead agency may choose to simply issue a new fact sheet (which may also include an addendum) to be attached to the draft document. (See section 3.5 Final EIS, or WAC 197-11-560 for specific requirements.
Yes, in most cases. The draft EIS is exactly that—a draft. The final EIS may be significantly different from the draft because the lead agency revises the EIS based on comments and new information learned. The final EIS also includes all comments received on the draft EIS, and the lead agency’s responses. If no significant comments are received, the lead agency may choose to simply issue a new fact sheet (which may also include an addendum) to be attached to the draft document. (See section 3.5 Final EIS, or WAC 197-11-560 for specific requirements.) Q: Does the EIS have to include the addresses of commentors and the agencies and citizens on the distribution list? A: The SEPA Rules require the inclusion of a “distribution list” and that the commentors’ names shall be included, but does not mention the need for addresses.
