This lease rider form may be used when you are involved in a lease transaction, and have made the decision to utilize the form of Oil and Gas Lease presented to you by the Lessee, and you want to include additional provisions to that Lease form to address specific concerns you may have, or place limitations on the rights granted the Lessee in the “standard” lease form.
New Hampshire Surface Use by Lessee and Accommodation With Use of the Surface is a legal concept that governs the rights and responsibilities of parties regarding the use of surface lands. This provision is commonly seen in leases and agreements pertaining to oil, gas, mineral, or other natural resource extraction activities. Here are the key points and types of surface use in New Hampshire: 1. Surface Use by Lessee: This term refers to the rights granted to the lessee (the party holding the lease or agreement) to access and use the surface of the land for specific activities. The lessee typically has the authority to conduct exploration, drilling, or any other operations necessary for extracting or extracting resources beneath the surface. 2. Accommodation With Use of the Surface: It is essential for the lessee to accommodate the surface owner's rights and interests while using the land. Accommodation involves mitigating any adverse effects on the surface owner's use and enjoyment of the land during the extraction operations. This often includes minimizing disturbances, compensating for damages, and ensuring the restoration of the surface area after the completion of activities. Types of New Hampshire Surface Use by Lessee and Accommodation With Use of the Surface: a. Exploration and Drilling: Lessees may undertake surface activities such as conducting geophysical surveys, drilling exploratory wells, or installing equipment necessary for resource extraction. The surface owner is accommodated by setting boundaries and minimizing disruption to existing land uses. b. Road and Pipeline Construction: The transportation of extracted resources often requires the construction of roads and pipelines on the surface. Lessees must accommodate surface owners by minimizing environmental impacts during construction, ensuring safe access for both parties, and complying with regulatory requirements. c. Environmental Protection: Surface use agreements typically include provisions to protect and preserve the environment during resource extraction. Lessees are responsible for implementing measures to prevent pollution, manage waste, and restore the land once operations cease. d. Compensation for Damages: If the lessee's activities result in damages to the surface owner's property, compensation may be required. This could include repair or replacement of infrastructure, compensation for land use restrictions, or financial compensation for other losses suffered. New Hampshire Surface Use by Lessee and Accommodation With Use of the Surface is a critical aspect of resource extraction agreements. It aims to strike a balance between the rights and interests of both the lessee and the surface owner, ensuring responsible business practices and protecting the environment.
