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Public Notice of Preliminary Decision: ADL 421055, Alyeschem, LLC, Lease Amendment

Department of Natural Resources · Notice #225605

What is this notice about?

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The Alaska Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Oil and Gas, has made a preliminary decision to change Alyeschem, LLC's 30-year state land lease. It would also give back 9.22 acres now used by the Harvest Alaska LNG, LLC facility, and the public may send written comments until November 23, 2026.

Why was this notice issued?

Pursuant to Alaska Statute AS 38.05.070, DNR's Division of Oil and Gas has made a Preliminary Decision to amend Alyeschem, LLC's 30-year lease (ADL 421055). This notice informs the public of the proposed amendment and invites comment.

What action is being taken?

The expansion would be used for construction material storage and laydown and possible supplemental infrastructure for the methanol plant. The Preliminary Decision also includes the relinquishment (giving back) of 9.22 acres currently occupied by the Harvest Alaska LNG, LLC facility. After the comment period, the Division will issue a Final Finding and Decision (FFD).

Who is involved: Alyeschem, LLC (lessee); Harvest Alaska LNG, LLC (facility on the 9.22 acres being relinquished)

How can the public respond?

Respond by Mon, Nov 23, 2026 15 days from today.

“4:30 pm, Alaska Standard Time, November 23, 2026”

Ways to respond

  • Email dog.permitting@alaska.gov
  • Mail Division of Oil and Gas, Permitting Section, 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1100, Anchorage, AK 99501

What to include

All comments must be in writing and must be received by the deadline. Only people who submit written comments during this comment period will be eligible to appeal the Division's Final Finding and Decision under AS 38.05.035(i)-(m). Everyone who comments will be sent a copy of the Final Finding and Decision, which will explain the appeal process. An eligible person affected by the decision may appeal or request the commissioner's reconsideration under 11 AAC 02. The Preliminary Decision can be reviewed at the Division's Permitting Section office or online at http://dog.dnr.alaska.gov/Newsroom. People with disabilities who need aids or alternative formats may contact the address above or call 907-269-8411.

Contact

Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas, Permitting Section
dog.permitting@alaska.gov
907-269-8411
550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1100, Anchorage, AK 99501

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

  • Oct 23, 2026: Notice of Preliminary Decision published
  • Nov 23, 2026: Written comments must be received by 4:30 pm, Alaska Standard Time

Original notice text
Pursuant to AS 38.05.070 the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Oil and Gas (Division), has made a Preliminary Decision to amend the 30-year lease issued to Alyeschem, LLC (Alyeschem) to include an 11.7-acre expansion within the southwest 1/4 of Section 3, Township 10 North, Range 14 East, Umiat Meridian. The proposed amendment would expand the existing Alyeschem Pad, located four miles northwest of Deadhorse. The proposed use of the expansion is for construction material storage and laydown and possible supplemental infrastructure for the methanol plant. The Preliminary Decision also includes the relinquishment of 9.22 acres currently occupied by the Harvest Alaska LNG, LLC facility. This notice serves to inform the public of the proposed lease amendment. The public is invited to comment on the project. Copies of the Preliminary Decision may be obtained from the Division. Interested parties have the right to comment during the public notice period and the commenters who are aggrieved by the Division’s Final Finding and Decision (FFD) will have the right to appeal it. To be eligible to appeal the Division’s FFD, under AS 38.05.035(i)-(m), a person must have submitted written comments during this comment period. A copy of the FFD will be sent to any person who comments on the Preliminary Decision and will include an explanation of the appeal process. The Preliminary Decision is available for review at the Division’s Permitting Section, 550 West 7th Avenue, Suite 1100, Anchorage, AK 99501, or online at http://dog.dnr.alaska.gov/Newsroom. Please send comments to dog.permitting@alaska.gov or to the Division address above. All comments must be in writing. A copy of the FFD will be sent to any person who provides written comments. An eligible person affected by this decision may appeal or request the commissioner’s reconsideration in accordance with 11 AAC 02. All comments must be received by the comment deadline: 4:30 pm, Alaska Standard Time, November 23, 2026 The Department of Natural Resources complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This notice will be made available in alternative communication formats upon request. Individuals with disabilities who may need auxiliary aids, services, or special modifications to participate may contact the address above or call 907-269-8411. Posted: October 23, 2026

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