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.
Oregon Surface Use by Lessee and Accommodation with Use of the Surface is a legal concept and set of guidelines that govern the utilization of various land surfaces by lessees in the state of Oregon, USA. This set of regulations ensures that lessees are granted the necessary rights to access and use the land surfaces where their leased properties are located. Under Oregon's Surface Use by Lessee and Accommodation with Use of the Surface, lessees have the right to make use of the land surface for operational activities related to the purpose of their lease. This includes exploration, drilling, extraction, and other necessary activities that are directly related to the leased property. Different types of Oregon Surface Use by Lessee and Accommodation With Use of the Surface include: 1. Access and Road Construction: Lessees may need to construct access roads or enhance existing roads on the land surface to enable convenient transportation of equipment and personnel to and from the leased property. 2. Surface Disturbance: Lessees are granted limited rights to disturb the land surface during the course of their operations. This may involve excavation, clearing, and other forms of ground disturbance necessary for the extraction or exploration process. 3. Land Reclamation: Lessees are often required to rehabilitate or restore the land surface after their operations have concluded. This may involve re-vegetation, erosion control, and other measures to restore the land to its original or an improved state. 4. Water Use: In some cases, lessees may require access to surface water bodies, such as rivers or lakes, for their operations. This type of accommodation ensures that lessees can utilize water resources for extraction, cooling processes, or other necessary activities. 5. Environmental and Cultural Preservation: Oregon's Surface Use by Lessee and Accommodation With Use of the Surface regulations also emphasize the importance of preserving the environment and cultural heritage. Lessees are required to minimize impacts on protected species, habitats, archaeological sites, and cultural resources. 6. Surface Owner Compensation: In situations where a lessee's activities result in surface disturbance or inconvenience, arrangements can be made for compensation or agreements to mitigate any adverse effects on the surface owner's property. Overall, Oregon's Surface Use by Lessee and Accommodation With Use of the Surface ensures a balanced approach to resource exploration and extraction, while considering the rights and interests of surface owners and the broader community. These regulations aim to promote responsible land use and sustainable development in the state of Oregon.
