ADL 109423 Tideland Lease Public Comment Deadline

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Mining, Land and Water (DMLW), has released a preliminary decision to authorize a 25-year tideland lease (ADL 109423) to Goldbelt, Inc. The proposed project involves the development of approximately 152 acres of state-owned tide and submerged land located on the northwestern shore of Douglas Island in Stephen's Passage, roughly 9.32 miles west of downtown Juneau. The project scope includes the construction and operation of two new cruise ship berths, associated small ship docks, a tour boat return dock, a private small boat harbor, and a small boat launch. This decision is being issued under the authority of AS 38.05.035. A 30-day public comment period is currently open, ending at 5:00 p.m. on November 23, 2026. Interested parties must submit written comments to the DMLW Southeastern Regional Office via mail, fax, or email to establish legal standing for future appeals. Following the comment period, the DNR will review submissions and may issue a final decision or provide additional public notice if significant changes are required.