§ 3261.10 How do I get approval to begin well pad construction?
§ 3261.11 How do I apply for approval of drilling operations and well pad construction?
§ 3261.12 What is an operations plan?
§ 3261.13 What is a drilling program and how do I apply for drilling program approval?
§ 3261.14 When must I give BLM my operations plan?
§ 3261.15 Must I give BLM my drilling permit application, drilling program, and operations plan at the same time?
§ 3261.16 Can my operations plan, drilling permit, and drilling program apply to more than one well?
§ 3261.17 How do I amend my operations plan or drilling permit?
§ 3261.18 Do I need to file a bond with BLM before I build a well pad or drill a well?
§ 3261.19 When will BLM release my bond?
§ 3261.20 How will BLM review applications submitted under this subpart and notify me of its decision?
§ 3261.21 How do I get approval to change an approved drilling operation?
§ 3261.22 How do I get approval for subsequent well operations?

Terms Used In CFR > Title 43 > Subtitle B > Chapter II > Subchapter C > Part 3200 > Subpart 3261 - Drilling Operations: Getting a Permit

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