43 C.F.R. § 3509.41 For what lands may BLM issue fractional interest prospecting permits and leases?
Title 43 - Public Lands: Interior
We issue them for lands where the United States owns less than 100 per cent of the mineral interest and where we have determined it is in the public interest to grant the permit or lease. We will only grant fractional interest permits or leases with the consent of the surface managing agency. If we believe a mineral deposit exists but do not know, we may issue a noncompetitive fractional interest lease.
Title 43: Public Lands: Interior
PART 3500—LEASING OF SOLID MINERALS OTHER THAN COAL AND OIL SHALE
Subpart 3509—Fractional and Future Interest Lease Applications
§ 3509.41 For what lands may BLM issue fractional interest prospecting permits and leases?
