(a) The provisions of this chapter apply to the surface effects of underground coal mining. However, the commissioner shall consider the inherent difference between underground mining and surface mining in adopting regulations under this chapter that apply to underground mining.
(b) In order to protect the stability of the land, the commissioner shall suspend underground coal mining under municipalities or communities and adjacent to industrial or commercial buildings, major impoundments, or permanent streams, if the commissioner finds imminent danger to inhabitants of the municipalities or communities.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Chapter 21. Alaska Surface Coal Mining Control and Reclamation Act
Article 2. Surface Coal Mining.
Sec. 27.21.030. General powers.
Sec. 27.21.040. Provisions of regulations and permits.
Sec. 27.21.050. Conflict of interest.
Sec. 27.21.070. Term of permit.
Sec. 27.21.080. Renewal of permit.
Sec. 27.21.090. Application fee.
Sec. 27.21.100. Public information and inspection.
Sec. 27.21.110. Contents of application.
Sec. 27.21.120. Small operator assistance.
Sec. 27.21.130. Public notice of application.
Sec. 27.21.140. Objection to application; informal conference.
Sec. 27.21.160. Performance bond; exceptions.
Sec. 27.21.170. Request and release of performance bonds or deposits.
Sec. 27.21.180. Application approval or denial.
Sec. 27.21.190. Revision and transfer of permit.
Sec. 27.21.200. Coal exploration permits.
Sec. 27.21.210. Performance standards.
Sec. 27.21.220. Surface effects of underground coal mining.