Now is the time to become involved and represent your company in this initiative. These modules are now complete and will be released in PPDM 3.5. The Surface rights subject area addresses all data related to title ownership and subsequent issuance of agreements which grant access to the surface for a period of time to conduct exploration and production operations. Surface rights access is not inherent with the mineral rights and are granted through the issuance of separate agreements and consents. There may be more that one agreement or consent required to retain access to the surface for the commencement of drilling and production operations.
Compensation is required for loss of use, adverse affect, nuisance and personal property damages.
Legislation or the conformance of Business Associates to agreed upon terms impact the way in which surface agreements and consents are managed over their life-time. In general terms, an encumbrance is a way of describing an interest in land, and is supported by a legal document or agreements. Agreements are administered through adherence to financial, operational and reporting obligations that may be spelled out in the agreement or legislated by government policy or regulations. Status This work group is currently developing a project charter. Two member sessions have been held this year to define the scope and objectives of this work group.