What documents are required for BIA approval of a residential lease?

§ 162.338 What documents are required for BIA approval of a residential lease? A lessee or the Indian landowners must submit the following documents to us to obtain BIA approval of a residential lease: (a) A lease executed by the Indian landowners and the lessee that meets the requirements of this part; (b) For tribal land, a tribal authorization for the lease and, if applicable, meeting the requirements of §§ 162.320(a), 162.326(b), and 162.328(a), or a separate signed certification meeting the requirements of §§ 162.320(a), 162.326(b), and 162.328(a); (c) A valuation, if required under § 162.320 or § 162.321; (d) A statement from the appropriate tribal authority that the proposed use is in conformance with applicable tribal law, if required by the tribe; (e) Reports, surveys, and site assessments as needed to facilitate compliance with applicable Federal and tribal environmental and land use requirements, including any documentation prepared under § 162.027(b); (f) A preliminary site plan identifying the proposed location of residential development, roads, and utilities, if applicable, unless the lease is for housing for public purposes; (g) A legal description of the land under § 162.317; (h) If the lease is being approved under 25 U.S.C. 415, information to assist us in our evaluation of the factors in 25 U.S.C. 415(a); and (i) If the lessee is a corporation, limited liability company, partnership, joint venture, or other legal entity, except a tribal entity, information such as organizational documents, certificates, filing records, and resolutions, that demonstrates that: (1) The representative has authority to execute a lease; (2) The lease will be enforceable against the lessee; and (3) The legal entity is in good standing and authorized to conduct business in the jurisdiction where the land is located.