The NLS Regulations do allow the opportunity for Leagues to make an application(s) for consideration to be given as to the placement of Clubs/Teams that are not currently in membership of a NLS League.
The relevant Regulation (7.1) is as follows:
"Usually a club can only enter the NLS at Step 6 via a Feeder League. However a League may seek approval from the Committee to receive a club or team not currently in membership of a League within the NLS provided that there is: (a) exceptional circumstances, (b) a vacancy within its constitution, (c) the club meets the entry criteria and (d) promotion and relegation issues have been satisfied. Such request must be received from the league by no later than 1st February. Any decision shall only be capable of Appeal to The Association by the affected League."
Any Club/Team that wishes to be considered for this is to be directed to the appropriate League within their area in order to discuss this further.