Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC has requested an extension from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to complete sections of its Line 8000 Replacement Project in West Virginia and Maryland. They initially had until January 17, 2021, but due to delays in securing land rights from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, they are seeking an extension until January 17, 2023. During this time, people can comment on the request, and the commission will decide whether to grant the extension. Generally, the commission tries to resolve contested extension requests within 45 days and will not reconsider the original approval of the project.
Simple Explanation
Columbia Gas Transmission wants more time to finish a pipe project because they had trouble getting permission to use some land. Now they are asking to extend the deadline by two more years to finish their work, and people can say what they think about this request.