N.M. Admin. Code § 19.2.2.31
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 23, December 10, 2024
No minerals shall be produced except in substantial compliance with a written mine development plan approved by the commissioner. The mine development plan shall provide for efficient and orderly development of mineral reserves and prevention of waste. The mine development plan shall be consistent with the lessee's obligation to reclaim the premises. The requirements of the mine development plan shall, upon approval by the commissioner, be incorporated automatically into the mineral lease without the necessity of further agreement between the lessee and the commissioner. Failure to substantially comply with the mine development plan shall constitute a violation of the mineral lease.
N.M. Admin. Code § 19.2.2.31