TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction
Preparation of the Application
Data Requirements
State Action on Submitted Applications
Applicant Information
1.   Project Overview
   1.1   Project Introduction
   1.2   Corridor Location and Layout
   1.3   Transmission Line and Road Design Characteristics
   1.4   Proposed Intermediate Substations
   1.5   Cost Projections
2.   Background Features of the Proposed Corridor
   2.1   Corridor Selection
   2.2   Socio-Political Environment of the Corridor Area
      2.2.1   Governmental Jurisdictions
      2.2.2   Zoning and Land Use Plans
      2.2.3   Easements, Title, Agency Works
      2.2.4   Archeological and Historic Sites
   2.3   Bio-Physical Environment of the Corridor Area
      2.3.1   Land Use/Vegetation
      2.3.2   Affected Waters and Wetlands
      2.3.3   Ecology
      2.3.4   Other Environmental Features
3.   Effects of Right-of-Way Preparation and Transmission Line Construction
   3.1   Construction Techniques
   3.2   Impact on Waterbodies and Uses
      3.2.1   Preliminary Assessment Data
      3.2.2   Actual Site Data
   3.3   Solid Wastes
   3.4   Changes to Vegetation, Wildlife and Aquatic Life
   3.5   Impact on Human Populations
   3.6   Impact on Archaeological and Historic Sites
4.   Effects of Transmission Line Right-of-Way Maintenance and Post-Construction Impacts
   4.1   Maintenance Techniques
   4.2   Multiple Uses
   4.3   Changes in Species Population
   4.4   Effects of Public Access
   4.5   Electric and Magnetic Field Effects
5.   Variances, Exceptions, Exemptions

INTRODUCTION

   This application form has been prepared by the Department of Environmental Regulation to guide utilities in the preparation of an application for transmission line corridor certification, and to aid affected state agencies, local governments, and interested persons in the review of an application. However, it should not be considered an application to DER alone, as the data supplied must address the licensing information requirements of all state, regional, and local agencies with jurisdiction over the proposed activities. This form, referenced in Chapter 17-17, Part II, Florida Administrative Code, outlines the prescribed format for the submission of complete and sufficient applications. Transmission lines which are covered under the Florida Electrical Power Plant Siting Act, transmission lines which are less than 230 kv or do not cross a county line, or other transmission lines exempted by the Transmission Line Siting Act are not covered by this procedure.

   Prior to issuance of a corridor certification, the Department of Environmental Regulation, Game & Fresh Water Fish Commission, Department of Community Affairs, Public Service Commission, Department of Natural Resources, and local governments, water management districts, and regional planning councils through the jurisdiction of which the corridor would pass are required to assess the potential effects by the proposed transmission lines in order to ensure through available and reasonable methods that the location of transmission line corridors and construction and maintenance of transmission lines will produce minimal adverse effects on the environment and public health, safety, and welfare (Transmission Line Siting Act, Chapter 403, Part II, Florida Statutes).

   Terms used in this form shall have the same meaning set forth in Section 403.522, F.S., and Section 17-17.52, Florida Administrative Code.

PREPARATION OF THE APPLICATION

   The format of the application is intended to minimize the efforts of the applicant, the reviewing agencies, and others in the preparation and assessment of the application. Prior to the filing of a certification application, an applicant may request a meeting with the department and all statutory parties to review the applicant's plans and information requirements for the certification pursuant to FAC Rule 17-17.54. The plans to be reviewed should be made available to each of the statutory parties for review at least 30 days before the meeting, but no less than 14 days. The department will give notice of such meetings in the Florida Administrative Weekly as provided in Chapter 17-1, Florida Administrative Code, to all statutory parties, and to any persons who have indicated in writing to the department an intention to become a party. At least 7 days prior to the meeting, the department will notify the applicant of all parties to whom the department sent actual notice of the meeting. The purpose of the meeting will be to determine the scope, quantity, and specificity of information to be included in the application and to reach agreement in writing on the methods to be used in providing such information, and the nature of supporting documents to be included in the application. As dictated by the nature of the applicant's proposed transmission line(s) and corridor(s), the department, the applicant, and other agencies required to provide a report under the Transmission Line Siting Act may agree, in writing, that certain portions of the information requirements shall not be applicable to the applicant's submittal.

   It is not contemplated that all sections of this form need to be extensively discussed in all applications. In some instances "not applicable" or a general statement may be sufficient.

DATA REQUIREMENTS

   Information obtained from state, federal, local and regional governmental agencies, educational institutions and qualified consultants may be used when completing the application. All published documents used as supporting data must be referenced and if not publicly available, shall be made available to the statutory agencies upon request. If the applicant or his consultant gathers additional information regarding air and water quality, noise conditions, solid wastes or other environmental impacts, the methods shall be those duly adopted, published or otherwise approved by the Department of Environmental Regulation.

   Commonly available information and materials may be incorporated in the application by reference. The incorporated material shall be cited in the application and its content described briefly. The applicant shall indicate where the referenced material may be obtained. Upon a written request by any party, the applicant shall make available for copying materials unavailable through other public sources and these shall be provided in accordance with FAC Rule 17-17.65(3).

   Concise descriptive or narrative text, as well as, tables, maps, charts, graphs, etc., should be used where possible. Data may be summarized by giving maximums, minimums, and averages. However, each subject should be documented and treated in sufficient depth to permit the reviewer to readily evaluate the extent of the environmental impact. Graphic displays, conceptual drawings, and photographs should be used where they contribute to the clarity and brevity of the application. Cross-referencing is strongly recommended.

   Maps provided for this section should be no greater than 11 x 17 inches in size (preferably 8 1/2" by 11" for ease of distribution) and should use graphic patterns rather than colors to indicate various features (maps are frequently reproduced for interested persons or conditions of certification, and the colors do not reproduce). Unless otherwise specified in the application, all maps shall use a scale of at least 1:24,000, and requested data shall be provided for the area within the corridor and the area extending one-quarter mile on either side of the corridor. The Department may require that more detailed scale maps be provided to depict route areas within 500 feet of developed residential or commercial areas or those special protection areas itemized in 2.2.1. The applicant shall verify that data contained in any maps and aerial photographs (e.g., land use/vegetation overlays on to U.S.G.S. base maps) are representative of the route area and current within 12 months of filing. Aerial photographs must be legible reproductions.

   If the applicant proposes more than one transmission line corridor or certification, the applicant shall provide the information requested in this application for each proposed corridor. The applicant may combine the information for the corridors in the same tables, maps, charts, graphs, or other materials, as well as in the written text, but shall clearly identify which is the primary corridor proposed versus secondary corridors.

   The State's procedures for submitted applications are outlined in Sections 403.52-539, Florida Statutes, and also the Department of Environmental Regulation's companion rule Chapter 17-17, Part II, Florida Administrative Code, and the Public Service Commission's companion rules 25-22.75 and 25-22.76, Florida Administrative Code.

   Certification in itself does not convey title or grant easements for any property, state-owned or otherwise. Therefore, where the applicant desires to use or cross state-owned lands, the appropriate government agencies should be contacted regarding the use of public properties.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Please supply the following information:

Applicant's Official Name _______________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________

Business Entity (corporation, partnership, co-operative, names, owners, etc.) _______________________________________________________

Name and Title of Chief Executive Officer ________________________________________________________

Name, Address, and Phone Number of Official Representative responsible for obtaining certification: _______________________________________________________

Corridor Location (counties crossed) ________________________________________________________

Incorporated Cities within the corridor (names) ________________________________________________________

Termination Points _________________________________________________________

Intermediate Substations _________________________________________________________

Voltage ___________________________________________________

Line Type (AC or DC) _________________________________________________________

Length of line and number of circuits _________________________________________________________

Remarks (if any): _________________________________________________________

PROJECT OVERVIEW

   The transmission line corridor and transmission lines to be built within a right-of-way in the corridor are to be discussed in this chapter. The best estimates of the characteristics of the proposed corridor should be described in as much detail as possible.

1.1   Project Introduction

   Explain the proposed transmission configuration, summarizing similar information provided to the Public Service Commission for the Need Determination proceedings. If available, provide the Order entered by the PSC on the need for the transmission line. Clearly indicate the termination points for the transmission line (substations, power plants, transmission networks or rights-of-way) and differentiate between those proposed versus existing.

   Discuss the corridor width requested to be certified, the right-of-way width to be located within the corridor, and the number and size of transmission lines proposed to be located on that right-of-way.

1.2   Corridor Location and Layout

   Depict the proposed corridor(s) on route identification maps at a scale of at least 1:126,720 which generally indicates the full length of the corridor(s) relative to major geographic features. These maps should also depict any other 115 KV or larger transmission lines already in place within 5 miles of the centerline of any corridor proposed for certification.

1.3   Transmission Line and Road Design Characteristics

   Describe the proposed transmission line design and include basic design parameters such as voltage, capacity under normal and emergency conditions, typical conductor types and configurations, approximate spans, and minimum conductor clearances. Illustrate the type of transmission structures proposed, and provide a profile of the structures and conductors.

   Estimate the number, length, width, and general location of new access and service roads or bridges reasonably expected to be required. Generally describe the type of access roads that will be required.

1.4   Proposed Intermediate Substations

   If proposed intermediate substations are planned, discuss the rationale for choosing the general location of the substations, including pertinent remarks, if any, made by the PSC in their determination of need.

1.5   Cost Projections

   Provide an estimated cost range each corridor proposed, broken down into per-mile estimated cost range and cost range for: land acquisition, right-of-way preparation, road construction and fill costs; erected tower costs including tangent and angle structures, and conductor stringing.

2.1   Corridor Selection

   Provide a detailed discussion of the planning approach and discuss the determinative reasons (i.e. the main reasons why the applicant chose a particular route) for selecting the configuration of the proposed corridors. For example, "the corridor bears west at mile #33 in order to avoid encountering a TV tower between a wetland area and residential area in mile #34"). This could be done as a table keyed to the route delineation maps, or indicated on the maps themselves.

   Identify major alternative corridors which have been considered. If proposed (rather than existing) substations are used as defining points for corridor location, describe the reasons the substations have been proposed for their specific locations, and the degree of flexibility of those locations should corridor siting in that area become a problem. Describe the determinative reasons for discarding alternative corridors in favor of the proposed corridor(s).

2.2   Socio-Political Environment of the Corridor Area

   2.2.1   Governmental Jurisdictions

   Provide maps of at least 1:126,720 scale indicating the city limits of municipalities crossed by the corridor. Identify all of the following local, regional, federal or state areas through which the corridor will pass or to which it will come within one-mile: National Parks, Forests, Seashores, Wildlife Refuges, Wilderness Areas, Memorials and Monuments or other properties listed in the National Register of historic Places, or as National Landmarks, Marie Sanctuaries, Estuarine Sanctuaries; RARE (Roadless Area Review and Evaluation) Areas, State Parks, Forests, Game Management Areas, Areas of Critical State Concern, Conservation and Recreation Lands, State Archaeological Landmarks or Landmark Zones, Aquatic Preserves, Outstanding Florida Waters, county parks or special management areas established by law; Indian Reservations and military landholdings.

   2.2.2   Zoning and Land Use Plans

   Identify local government comprehensive plans adopted pursuant to Ch. 163 F.S. for the jurisdictional area in which the corridor is located. Where comprehensive plan land use maps are available and reproducible, attach and indicate the location of the corridor in relation to the land use plan categories; otherwise, provide an approximation of the same. Provide a description of each known applicable land use category, an identification of each affected zoning district, and each district's land use restrictions (for example, noise ordinances, vegetative screening requirements, height limitations, setbacks from other structures, etc.). Indicate any variances, exemptions, or exceptions in land use plans or zoning ordinances that the applicant knows may be necessary to allow for the construction of this project. if lengthy, the information requested above may be provided as an appendix.

   2.2.3   Easements, Title, Agency Works

   Identify the easements, licenses, or other interests in State lands which are necessarily for construction of this project. Also, if known, identify 1) the proposed locations for which the utility would traditionally been required to request road, pipeline or waterworks crossing approvals from State, regional or local governments, 2) rights-of-way which will be crossed, and 3) any changes which may be necessary in such roads, canals, etc., to accommodate traversement by the transmission lines. This may be done in the form of a chart as illustrated in Figure 1.

   2.2.4   Archaeological and Historic Sites

   Indicate whether or not the corridor will traverse any known archaeologically or historically significant sites or areas considered to be potentially sensitive, archaeologically or historically, above or below water, as identified by the Department of State, Division of Archives, History and Records Management (DAHRM). Significance will be determined pursuant to the criteria presented in 36 C.F.R. 63 "Determinations of Eligibility for Inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places". Describe the methods used in making archaeological and historical studies of the corridor. Methods should be acceptable to the DAHRM. Copies of reports resulting from such surveys should be submitted to DAHRM.

2.3   Bio-Physical Environment of the Corridor Area

   2.3.1   Land Use/Vegetation

   For the area of the corridor and extending one-half mile from each edge of the corridor, provide aerial photographs of at least 1:24000 scale, preferably 1:12000.

   On a map of 1:24000 scale or greater covering the same area as the aerial photographs, indicate the existing land uses. Also, indicate all types of vegetation occupying areas five acres or more for the area of the corridor and for an area extending one-half mile from either edge of the corridor where vegetational information is readily available; where the applicant must develop its own vegetation maps, an area extending one-quarter mile from either edge of the corridor will be accepted. If the applicant uses 1:24000 scale aerial photographs or any size less specific than 1:12000, then for areas on the land use/vegetation maps which occupy less than five acres, identify whether each area is vegetated rather than barren or altered by man. Use at least Level II categories of the "Florida Land Use and Cover Classification System: A Technical Report" to depict land use, and Level III categories for vegetation.

   2.3.2   Affected Waters and Wetlands

   Characterize any surface water bodies or wetlands which are crossed by the corridor. Include a general description of significant drainage features or drainage patterns (such as sheetflow) which may be affected by the ROW and access roads. Indicate the water classification designated in Florida Administrative Code Rule Chapter 17-3.

   2.3.3   Ecology

   Identify any species which are endangered, threatened, or species of special concern which may reasonably be expected to be affected by the proposed facility. Also, other unique situations may be identified through the scoping process for review and impact assessment. A species which is endangered, threatened, or species of special concern is any species officially designated as such by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service or Florida State agencies such as the Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission. The applicant should establish with DER and the GFWFC the species to be studied.

   Map or otherwise identify the location of known occurrences of the species studied and habitat features critical to endangered and threatened species (e.g., bald eagle nests) in the corridor and 1500 feet beyond either edge of the corridor, preferably on the land use/vegetation maps.

   Describe the methods used to determine the species locations. Sources of information should be identified. Studies in progress should be noted and described.

   2.3.4   Other Environmental Features

   Where relevant information on the corridor environs does not fall clearly within the scope of the preceding topics, additional information which may be necessary to adequately describe the corridor should be included here.

Figure 1.   Sample Chart for Identification of Easements, Title, or Agency Works Which May be Affected by Project Construction

Effects of Right-of-Way Preparation and Transmission Line Construction

   The expected effects of the preparation of the right-of-way and the construction of the transmission line are to be provided in this Chapter. The effects should be presented in terms of their physical impact on the resources and populations described in Chapter 2.

   In the applicant's discussion of environmental effects, it should be made clear which of these are considered unavoidable and irreversible. Those effects which represent an irretrievable commitment of resources should be discussed where appropriate under each category. In the context of this discussion, "irretrievable commitment of resources" alludes to natural and cultural resources and means a permanent impairment of these resources, e.g., loss of wildlife habitat, impairment of nesting, breeding or nursery areas, interference with migratory routes, damage to archaeological or historic sites, loss of valuable or aesthetically treasured natural areas, as well as the expenditure of directly utilized resources. Mitigative measures to reduce or eliminate impacts should be discussed where appropriate under each category.

3.1   Construction Techniques

   Provide detailed information concerning typical construction techniques for the towers, foundations, road construction, and types of equipment to be used on this project. Discuss potential erosion problems which might be caused by construction, and indicate any mitigative measures that are proposed.

      3.2.1   Preliminary Assessment Data

      For those areas where the applicant is unable to provide detailed information on dredging and filling which may be associated with the project prior to certification, provide the information listed below. Detailed information as identified in section 3.2.2 will be required to be submitted after certification.

      Discuss the impact of ROW preparation and construction activities on affected waters, and identify in which watercourses or wetlands the applicant believes construction will occur in or may affect. Describe activities which may affect water flow (including sheetflow) such as the construction of cofferdams, dredging operations, borrow pits, the placement of culverts or fill material, etc. It is recognized that certain activities may be required in one part of the corridor but not the other, however, it is the intent of this requirement to ascertain such facts. Describe the effect of these activities on navigation, water quality and water quantity. Discuss any proposed ground or surface water impacts such as withdrawals, dewatering, temporary realignment of streams during construction, new connections to waters of the State, etc.

      If filling is anticipated for road beds, structure pads, etc., provide a typical cross section and plan view. In areas where data is available, indicate in which waters keyhole filling may reasonably be used in lieu of continuous fill. For water bodies in which water flows in a defined bed or channel, such as incised streams, rivers, etc., with little or no associated floodplain, indicate where applicable, gauged streamflow information is available. (Generally, this information will be limited to data within three miles of any known crossing site or two miles of the corridor if specific locations are not known at the time of application filing.) Indicate how many points of low input there are between the potential construction site or corridor and the identified gauging station. Provide an estimate of the drainage area input between the proposed construction area or corridor and the gauge.

   Discuss measures designed to mitigate the impacts outlined above.

   3.2.2   Actual Site Data

      3.2.2.1   Generic Data

      When generic information is to be submitted, it shall consist of the following:

         (a)   A map locating the construction within a county and a map identifying each specific dredge and fill site on U.S.G.S1:24,000 quadrangle sheets. A designation code may be assigned by the applicant for each specific potential dredge and fill site. An example of a designation site would be "BRO-1" for the first dredge and fill site in Broward County; "BRO-2" for the second dredge and fill site in Broward county; and accordingly with all other dredge and fill sites in Broward County.

         (b)   Legible and reproducible standard plan and profile view 8 1/2" x 11" drawings which have been certified by a professional engineer or signed in accordance with Chapter 473, Florida Statutes.

            1.   The drawing(s) shall indicate:

               a.   The name of the water, if any.

               b.   The estimated width of the waterway showing the estimated limits of the state's jurisdiction.

               c.   The direction of flow or ebb and flood.

               d.   The north arrow.

               e.   The general contour of the natural ground.

               f.   Typical structure placement.

            2.   The drawing(s) shall depict the standard installation of a culvert.

            3.   The drawing(s) shall depict each type of structure pad indicating the dimensions for each type of structure pad, including height above upland natural ground, side slopes, length and width.

         (c)   Data in one of the following forms unless otherwise altered in accordance with FAC Rule 17-17.60(4):

            1.   U.S.G.S. or other gauged information on streamflows, whenever existing data is available within close proximity (generally less than three miles) to any proposed site. Indicate how many points of flow input and drainage area input there are between the proposed site and the gauging station; or

            2.   Water volume calculated using the Soil Conservation Service (SCS) method for each non-gauged or measured watercourse or wetland site where existing measured data is not available. A 1-in-25 year storm event and the hydrologic group classification of the soils in the area as taken from the Soils Indication List currently being utilized by the SCS shall be used in the water volume calculation unless otherwise agreed to by the applicant and the department. A calculation methodology different than the one provided in this subsection may be used if agreed to by the department and the applicant; or

            3.   If required by the conditions of certification, existing stream flow system measurements in waters which flow in a defined bed or channel (incised streams, rivers, etc., with little or no associated floodplain). Generally, this requirement would be met by providing data on the waterbody cross-sectioned bank to bank, the velocity at a number of specified points, and would be performed once a week for a period of one year or as otherwise agreed by the department. Volumetric calculations could be made from these flow measurements.

         (d)   The following information shall be required and may be presented on a data sheet in conjunction with the data required in (c):

            1.   The number and capacity (total square footage) of the culvert(s) to be used. This capacity should be capable of handling the calculated water flow. When the capacity is based on Soil Conservation Service methods of calculation, a stipulation may be necessary to require resizing of the culverts if actual measurements performed at a later date indicate the need for greater capacity.

            2.   The placement of the culvert(s) and the maximum spacing between culverts.

            3.   Elevation of the culverts and road; this may initially be presented with the bottom of the waterway identified as an elevation of 0.0 feet, but prior to construction, elevations referenced to NGVD or other reference point shall be submitted. The elevation information may be submitted in the form of a data sheet or by revising the previously submitted drawings. This other reference point may be an informally established point such as a relatively permanent and clearly identifiable landscape feature. Whenever informally established reference points are used in lieu of NGVD data, a relatively permanent and clearly identifiable landscape feature must be used and identified in information submittals. An example of such reference point would be a stake with a pin on top driven in the ground a certain distance from the edge of the right-of-way )so that construction equipment does not inadvertently obliterate it).

            4.   Peak discharge velocity (may be a part of (c)).

            5.   Width of the waterway at the point of crossing during normal high water.

         (e)   an aerial photograph on a scale of 1"=600' or greater detail scale, indicating the location of each potential dredge and fill site.

         (f)   A statement on the construction techniques to be used by the applicant in order to comply with all applicable laws including type and source of fill to be used, stabilization techniques, clearing techniques, turbidity control techniques, type of equipment to be used, and techniques to prevent funneling.

      3.2.2.2   Specific Data

      When specific information is to be submitted, it shall include, at a minimum, the following:

         (a)   Same as 3.2.2.1.(a). Also, structures shall be separately coded, i.e., each tower shall have a reference number which will be used in all certification correspondence.

         (b)   Same as 3.2.2.1.(b) as well as:

            1.    The specific location and design of all access roads, structure pads, water control structures (culverts, weirs, etc. and elevations of these features in reference to NGVD.

            2.    Cross-sections of each waterbody at the point to be crossed by access roads.

            3.    The foundation work for any structures to be free-standing on waterbodies.

            4.    Spoil disposal areas for any dredging work done, including removal of tree roots.

       (c)   Same as 3.2.2.1.(c) - (f).

3.3   Solid Wastes

   Describe the anticipated type and quantities of solid waste that will result from right-of-way preparation and transmission line construction. Describe the methods and locations of disposal.

3.4   Changes to Vegetation, Wildlife and Aquatic Life

   Discuss the impacts of construction such as any permanent changes that will be induced in the physical and vegetation, aquatic life, or wildlife, particularly endangered or threatened species, identified in section 2.3.3, through changes in hydrology, ground cover, or the construction itself. These changes may include loss or increase of wildlife habitat, impairment or improvement of nesting, breeding or nursery areas, interference with migratory routes, etc. Describe how these conclusions were reached. Indicate any mitigative measures designed to minimize adverse effects.

3.5   Impact on Human Populations

   Identify undesirable impacts on proximate human populations arising from construction noise or inconveniences due to the movement of personnel, materials, or machines.

3.6   Impact on Archaeological and Historic Sites

   Discuss construction impacts on archaeological and historic sites deemed significant in 2.2.4, including those significant sites recommended for preservation. Describe what action is being proposed to mitigate these impacts. Discuss the procedure to identify, catalogue and preserve unforeseen discoveries of archaeological sites until their significance can be determined.

EFFECTS OF TRANSMISSION LINE RIGHT-OF-WAY MAINTENANCE AND POST-CONSTRUCTION IMPACTS AND EFFECTS OF MAINTENANCE

   The interaction of the transmission lines, access roads, and rights-of-way with the environment are to be described in this chapter. The applicant is not required to repeat the material presented in Chapters 2 and 3, but such previously presented material should be cross-referenced.

4.1   Maintenance Techniques

   Discuss maintenance techniques which may be used along the right-of-way: whether burning will be used, how often, and if fire lanes will be necessary; whether herbicides will be used, and if known, the expected types, volumes, concentrations and frequency of use; the types of cutting, chopping, or mowing equipment to be used and frequency of use; whether soil seeding and fertilization will be done; whether techniques will be used to control the vegetative species to enhance use of the corridor by local biota; and, the effects of maintenance techniques on plant life and wildlife habitat.

4.2   Multiple Uses

   Describe what kind of multiple uses, if any, such as truck or citrus farming, will be allowed in utility owned or controlled rights-of-way.

4.3   Changes in Species Populations

   Discuss changes in the population of species identified in section 2.3.3 which may be caused by the maintenance of the right-of-way, with the view of determining whether these changes represent long-term net loss or gains. If a change is expected, then provide the reasoning for the expectation.

4.4   Effects of Public Access

   If access roads increase the exposure of previously undisturbed areas to the public, discuss the potential effect of this increased exposure on wildlife or environmentally sensitive areas. Describe controls planned to reduce these impacts.

4.5   Electric and Magnetic Field Effects

   Describe the electromagnetic fields generated by the lines and their strengths and extent. Provide a depiction of the expected field compared to distance horizontally along the right-of-way under the conductors, and perpendicular to the centerline of the right-of-way laterally under the lines until attenuation to a level of 1 kilovolt/meter is reached.

   Unless the department has an adopted rule addressing the topics listed below, or unless such rule requires otherwise, provide the following information:

   Biological Effects -- Discuss the potential for effects from electric fields as they may affect health and the environment along the transmission line rights-of-way. Briefly summarize the current status of research on biological effects of electric and magnetic fields.

   Noise -- Discuss the potential for acoustic and electrical noise from electric and magnetic fields, including shadowing and reradiation, as they may affect health or communication systems along the transmission rights-of-way. Indicate the noise level generated by the line in both dB and dBA scales and compare this to any known noise ordinances for the zoning districts through which the transmission line will pass.

   Safety -- discuss the potential for induced or conducted currents along the transmission line rights-of-way from electric and magnetic fields. State whether compliance with the applicable sections of the National Electric Safety Code will be achieved. Describe the purpose of the Code as it relates to public safety.

   List each variance, exception, or exemption from applicable state and local standards, land use plans, or zoning ordinances which the applicant knows at the time of application filing will be sought as part of the certification. Cite the code section number for the standard for which the variance, exception, or exemption is sought. State 1) the nature of the variance, exception, or exemption, 2) the reason for seeking it, 3) the anticipated renewal periods, and 4) facts that show a variance, exception, or exemption should be granted.

   For environmental variances to obtained from the department, provide the information required by subsection 17-103.100, FAC, including a statement identifying the nature of quality control information on all sampling data submitted and where it may be obtained by the department. The justification for granting a variance shall include an analysis of all alternatives considered, including costs, and any other information which would clearly demonstrate that the variance should be granted.