1. A preliminary finding of approval from the appropriate agency of the state of Alaska;

2. Documentation by a land surveyor establishing the existence of a valid section line easement or RS-2477 easement within the area to be vacated, stating the width of the section line easement or RS-2477 easement and verifying the existence and width of any adjoining section line easements or RS-2477 easements;

3. Legal description of the section line easement or RS-2477 easement proposed for vacation;

4. Reason for vacation request;

5. Plat copies, as needed, of a section line or RS-2477 vacation plat, drawn to the requirement of the state of Alaska;

6. Demonstration that a reasonably comparable, established alternate right-of-way or means of access exists that is sufficient to satisfy all present and reasonably foreseeable uses pursuant to AS 19.30.410. In making this determination, the platting board shall consider comments from utilities concerning the adequacy of alternative access to provide for utility facilities and services; and

7. Demonstration that the vacation shall meet the standards set forth under this chapter.