A Wisconsin Lessor's Notice of Election to Take Royalty in Kind is a legal document that allows a lessor (landowner) to choose to receive their royalty payments in the form of physical products (such as oil, gas, or minerals) rather than monetary compensation. This notice serves as a formal declaration of the lessor's decision to exercise their right to take the royalties in-kind. In the state of Wisconsin, there are two different types of Lessor's Notice of Election to Take Royalty in Kind: 1. Oil and Gas Lease: This type of notice applies to lessors who have leased their land for oil and gas extraction purposes. By choosing to take their royalty payments in kind, these lessors can receive a share of the produced oil and gas rather than the monetary equivalent. 2. Mineral Lease: This type of notice pertains to lessors whose land contains valuable mineral resources, such as coal, iron, or copper. By electing to take their royalty payments in kind, these lessors can receive a portion of the mined minerals based on their ownership interest. It's important to note that the decision to take royalty payments in kind should be carefully considered. Factors such as the market value and demand for the extracted products, transportation and storage requirements, as well as potential environmental impacts, should be taken into account. Additionally, the terms and conditions of the lease agreement should outline the specific procedures and responsibilities associated with royalty in kind. By filing a Wisconsin Lessor's Notice of Election to Take Royalty in Kind, lessors exercise their right to receive a physical share of the resources extracted from their land, providing them with a potentially unique investment opportunity or the ability to directly utilize the resources themselves.