Natural Resources, Forestry, Fire and State Lands

Rule R652-5

Payments, Royalties, Audits and Reinstatements

Five-Year Notice of Review and Statement of Continuation

DAR File No.: 36008
Filed: 04/02/2012 09:48:44 AM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

This rules implements Subsection 65A-1-4(2) which authorizes the Division to adopt rules necessary to fulfill Title 65A.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No supporting or opposing written comments have been received since the last notice of continuation.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

This rule provides clarification with regard to payments, royalties, or other financial obligation owed under the terms of a lease, permit or any other agreement. This rule clarifies financial responsibility on contracts and payment due date procedure. This rule also defines the procedure for cancellation for non-payment. This rule defines procedures for audit and also for reinstatement of a lease or permit. The provisions in this rule are effective in providing the requirements, procedures and standards the Division must adhere to with regard to payment, royalties, audits and reinstatements. Therefore, this rule should continue.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Jamie Barnes at the above address, by phone at 801-538-5421, by FAX at 801-533-4111, or by Internet E-mail at jamiebarnes@utah.gov

Authorized by:

Richard Buehler, Director

Effective:

04/02/2012