43 USC 390yy – Leasing requirements
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Notwithstanding any other provision of Federal reclamation law, including this subchapter, lands which receive irrigation water may be leased only if the lease instrument is—
(1) written; and
(2) for a term not to exceed ten years, including any exercisable options: Provided, however, That leases of lands for the production of perennial crops having an average life of more than ten years may be for periods of time equal to the average life of the perennial crop but in any event not to exceed twenty-five years.
Terms Used In 43 USC 390yy
- irrigation water: means water made available for agricultural purposes from the operation of reclamation project facilities pursuant to a contract with the Secretary. See 43 USC 390bb
- Lease: A contract transferring the use of property or occupancy of land, space, structures, or equipment in consideration of a payment (e.g., rent). Source: OCC