(a) You may file a request for a variance from the requirements of § 3200.4 for your approved drilling operations. Your request must include enough information to explain:
- (1) Why you cannot comply with the requirements of § 3200.4; and
- (2) Why you need the variance to control your well, conserve natural resources, or protect public health and safety, property, or the environment.
- (b) We may approve your request orally or in writing. If BLM gives you an oral approval, we will follow up with written confirmation.