Bureau of Land Management
Solar Energy Permitting and Program Resources
The Approved Record of Decision for Resource Management Plan Amendments for Utility-Scale Solar Energy Development was issued on December 20th, 2024 — details are available on the BLM's Utility-Scale Solar Energy Development PEIS/RMPA webpage. Relevant information on the 2024 Western Solar Plan and the BLM's Renewable Energy Rule issued in July 2024, is in the process of being updated on this website.
The term of the lease includes the initial partial year in which it is issued, plus 30 additional years. A leaseholder may submit an application for renewal.
A lease is issued subject to terms and conditions specified in 43 CFR 2809.18, including rental payment as specified under 43 CFR 2806.54. Additional terms and conditions for leases may be listed in the Notice of Competitive Offer.