(a) If the agency determines that a type I or unlisted action is subject to SEQR and may have a significant effect on the environment, it shall prepare, maintain and file a notice of determination that an EIS will be prepared (“positive declaration”) and maintain written analyses and findings supporting such determination in accordance with 6 NYCRR sections 617.7 and 617.12 and in the file referred to in section 586.8(b) of this Part.

(b) In order to provide an opportunity for public notice and response, the agency will file positive declarations monthly in the file referred to in section 586.8(b) of this Part, and will incorporate reference to the positive declaration in other notices required by law in connection with the action.