CFR > Title 50 - Wildlife and Fisheries > CHAPTER I—UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR > SUBCHAPTER F—FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE—WILDLIFE SPORT FISH RESTORATION PROGRAM (Parts 80–86) > PART 86—BOATING INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT (BIG) PROGRAM > SUBPART G—How States Manage Grants (§86.70 to §86.74) > 86.70—What are my requirements to acquire, install, operate, and maintain real and personal property?

86.70—What are my requirements to acquire, install, operate, and maintain real and personal property?

(a) You will find applicable regulations for this subject in 43 CFR 12.71 and 12.72. If you have questions about applicability, contact the appropriate Service Regional Office.
(b) You must ensure that the design and installation of tie-up facilities provide for substantial structures that will have a significant longevity, at least 20 years.
(c) You must ensure that you operate, maintain, and use the tie-up facilities and features for the stated grant purpose. You must obtain prior written approval from the appropriate Service Regional Director before you can convert these tie-up facilities to other uses.