(1) A restricted use permit application must be submitted to the regional office that oversees the site or sites where the use would occur. If use is proposed for sites located in more than one department administrative region, the application may be submitted to one of the regional offices and the department may issue a single permit to authorize the use.

(2) The completed application should be submitted at least 45 days before the use is intended to begin or at least ten days before a special event, filming activity, or incidental commercial use lasting less than five days. The time period required to process applications begins when the applicant has submitted all of the required information. The department may process completed applications received after these time periods on a case-by-case basis. The department may require additional time to process an application if the department determines that an environmental analysis is required.

(3) The department may require the following when applying for a restricted use permit:

(a) a completed restricted use permit application;

(b) an outfitter or guide license number if providing angling services;

(c) an automated license system number;

(d) permit fee;

(e) deposit or damage security bond;

(f) proof of insurance that the department judges sufficient to protect the public and the state of Montana;

(g) proof of workers' compensation and/or an independent contractor exemption certificate;

(h) information explaining how the proposed use would benefit the public's resources or the public's enjoyment of the site; and

(i) other relevant information in sufficient detail to allow the department to evaluate the nature and impact of the proposed activity, including measures the applicant will use to prevent or mitigate adverse impacts.