Washington Code 79.14.550 – Suspension of mining — Termination of lease
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Should the lessee for any reason, except strikes or inability to mine or dispose of output without loss, suspend mining operations upon the lands included in a lease, or upon any contiguous lands operated by the lessee in connection therewith, for a period of six months, or should the lessee for any reason suspend mining operations upon the lands included in a lease or in such contiguous lands for a period of twelve months, the department may, at its option, cancel the lease, first giving thirty days’ notice in writing to the lessee.
Terms Used In Washington Code 79.14.550
- 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
The lessee shall have the right to terminate the lease after thirty days’ written notice to the department and the payment of all royalties and rentals then due.
[ 2003 c 334 § 422; 1927 c 255 § 171; RRS § 7797-171. Prior: 1925 ex.s. c 155 § 9. Formerly RCW 79.01.684, 78.24.090.]
NOTES:
Intent—2003 c 334: See note following RCW 79.02.010.