The state board of higher education may, at such times as it deems necessary, enter into agreements with other persons, including any federal or state agency, for the lease of revenue-producing buildings, constructed or purchased under the provisions of this chapter, upon such terms and conditions as the board deems proper. However, any such lease entered into pursuant to this section must be limited to a maximum term of ten years.
N.D.C.C. § 15-55-04.1