The District of Columbia Subordination of Surface Rights Agreement (Subordination by Mineral Owner) is a legal document that governs the relationship between the owner of mineral rights and the owner of surface rights in the District of Columbia. This agreement establishes the rights and obligations of both parties, ensuring that the extraction of minerals does not interfere with the use and enjoyment of the surface property. In the District of Columbia, there are two types of subordination agreements that can be made between the mineral owner and the surface owner. The first type is a temporary subordination agreement, which allows the mineral owner to have access to the surface property for a limited period of time to conduct surveys, exploratory work, or mineral extraction. The second type is a permanent subordination agreement, which grants the mineral owner long-term or perpetual rights to access the surface property for the extraction of minerals. The purpose of these subordination agreements is to establish clear guidelines and prevent any undue harm or disruption to the surface property caused by mineral extraction activities. The agreements typically outline the specific terms and conditions of the subordination, including compensation for any damages, liability responsibilities, and the procedures for accessing and using the surface property. Keywords: District of Columbia, subordination of surface rights agreement, mineral owner, surface owner, extraction of minerals, temporary subordination agreement, permanent subordination agreement, surveys, exploratory work, access to surface property, compensation, damages, liability responsibilities.