General Permit Standard Conditions - Bald Eagle Nest Disturbance

These permit conditions accompany the general permit authorization to disturb bald eagles at a nest. Disturbance is authorized provided there is no practicable alternative to avoiding or minimizing it.  Authorization under a general permit applies only to disturbance take resulting from activities and infrastructure described further in 50 CFR 22.280. General permit eligibility criteria for bald eagle nest disturbance can be found at 50 CFR 22.210 and 22.280.