The applicant for a coal option contract shall submit a plan of activities which shall include but is not limited to the following:

(1) The type, location, and schedule of exploratory drilling and trenching activities;

(2) Location of other significant activities, including type and depth of drilling, trenching, and adit construction;

(3) Proposed roads;

(4) Reclamation, including method of plugging and sealing drill holes and adits;

(5) Proposed erosion control plans for roads, landings, drilling platforms, and trenches; and

(6) Proximity to surface water including proposed stream crossings.

If the holder of a coal option contract desires changes to the approved plan of activities, department approval is required.