Summary: Local and Federal Government Coordination Rights
Local government entities have equal legal standing with federal agencies in land use decisions through a process called “coordination.” Federal law requires agencies to coordinate with local governments to achieve “consistency” between local and federal plans. This authority is established through multiple statutes (NEPA, FLPMA), regulations, and court rulings that are considered “ejusdem generis” (of the same kind). Federal agencies cannot claim exemption from coordination requirements. State-specific laws (like California’s Title 7, Code 65030) may provide additional coordination frameworks.
COORDINATION PROCESS AND LEGAL REQUIREMENTS OF AGENCY TO AGENCY RELATIONSHIP
