(a) The FOIA office will not begin processing a request until all issues regarding scope and fees have been resolved.
(b) If fees are not expected to exceed the minimum threshold of $50.00, and the scope of the request is in accordance with Sec. 1206.301, the FOIA office will begin processing the request.
(c) If the FOIA office contacts the requester regarding fees or clarification and the requester has provided a response, the FOIA office will notify the requester in writing of the decision to either grant or deny the request.