§ 169.123 What is the process for BIA to grant a right-of-way?
§ 169.124 How will BIA determine whether to grant a right-of-way?
§ 169.125 What will the grant of right-of-way contain?
§ 169.126 May a right-of-way contain a preference consistent with tribal law for employment of tribal members?
§ 169.127 Is a new right-of-way grant required for a new use within or overlapping an existing right-of-way?
§ 169.128 When will BIA grant a right-of-way for a new use within or overlapping an existing right-of-way?
§ 169.129 What is required if the location described in the original application and grant differs from the construction location?
§ 169.130 Must a right-of-way grant address ownership of permanent improvements?

Terms Used In CFR > Title 25 > Chapter I > Subchapter H > Part 169 > Subpart C > Grants of Rights-of-Way

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