Environmental
What is a Tier 1 environmental review and when is it used in Nevada?
AA routine Phase I ESA for commercial properties
BA broad, programmatic environmental review under NEPA conducted for large-scale projects (transportation corridors, land use plans) to address cumulative impacts across wide areas of Nevada✓ Correct
CThe lowest level of environmental concern
DA Nevada state environmental review for small projects
Explanation
A Tier 1 NEPA review is a broad, programmatic environmental impact statement (EIS) covering a large geographic area or plan — like a highway corridor through Nevada or a BLM resource management plan. Project-level Tier 2 reviews then address specific projects within the Tier 1's approved framework.
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