When you apply for BOEM approval of any activity, we normally give you a written decision. The following table shows circumstances under which we may give an oral approval.

When you . . .We may . . .And . . .
(a) Request approval orally,Give you an oral approval,You must then confirm the oral request by sending us a written request within 72 hours.
(b) Request approval in writing,Give you an oral approval if quick action is needed,We will send you a written approval afterward. It will include any conditions that we place on the oral approval.