(a) Reconsideration is not available to persons whose application is denied because of the failure to pass the examination on the principles and practice of surveying.(b) If the application is denied because of the merits of the application, the completeness or incompleteness of the application, the failure to demonstrate an acceptable education, or the failure to claim the required creditable experience, then the applicant may initiate a request that the application be reconsidered provided:(1) the request is in writing;(2) the request includes additional information bearing on the deficiency of the original application;(3) the request is received at the board office by the close of business on or before the 60th calendar day from the date of the letter notifying the applicant of denial; and(4) no previous reconsideration has been given during this application.(c) If a valid request for reconsideration is received, the application shall repeat the process of application review. Applicants whose applications or requests for an examination waiver are denied under reconsideration may request a personal interview.