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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: April 5, 2024) |
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Title 43 - Public Lands: Interior |
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Subtitle B - Regulations Relating to Public Lands |
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Chapter II - Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior |
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SubChapter C - Minerals Management (3000) |
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Part 3200 - Geothermal Resource Leasing |
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Subpart 3217 - Cooperative Agreements |
§ 3217.14 - When will BLM approve my drilling or development contract?
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§ 3217.14 When will BLM approve my drilling or development contract?
BLM may approve a drilling or development contract when:
(a) One or more geothermal lessees enter into the contract with one or more persons; or
(b) Lessees need the contract for regional exploration of geothermal resources;
(c) BLM has coordinated the review of the proposed contract with appropriate state agencies; and
(d) BLM determines that approval best serves or is necessary for the conservation of natural resources, public convenience or necessity, or the interests of the United States.