Park Concessionaires Get Another Chance to Comment on Forms
Published Date: 6/12/2026
Notice
Summary
The National Park Service wants to keep using its current forms for park concessions, like shops and tours, and is asking for public feedback by August 11, 2026. This renewal helps make sure the paperwork stays useful and not too much of a hassle for businesses working with the parks. If you’re involved in park concessions, now’s the time to share your thoughts and help shape the process!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Continued reporting for park concessioners
The National Park Service is renewing its information collection for concession contracts, so individuals, businesses, and nonprofits that operate park lodging, food, tours, boating, and similar services must continue to complete standardized forms. The agency estimates 1,383 annual responses, with completion times ranging from 0.5 to 800 hours per response and a total annual burden of 159,892 hours.
Special form for small concessioners under $500k
There is a specific annual financial report form (Form 10-356A) for concessioners with gross receipts under $500,000, and the law provides for simplified procedures for small, individually owned concessions. If your concession's gross receipts are under $500,000, you are directed to use Form 10-356A.
Proposal and transfer application costs quantified
The NPS estimates total annual non-hour costs of $425,000 for respondents, including $420,000 for proposal-related expenses and $5,000 for costs associated with preparing and submitting 20 applications to sell or transfer a concession operation.
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