This form is used when Lessor owns the surface estate in the Lands and Lessee desires to enter into this Agreement for the purpose of specifying the terms and conditions by which Lessee may use the surface estate of the Lands in conducting Lessee's operations under the terms of the Lease.
Description: A Broward Florida Surface Use Agreement between an oil and gas lessee and a surface owner is an essential legal document that outlines the terms and conditions for the use of the surface land by the lessee for oil and gas exploration and production activities. This agreement deals specifically with the provision for surface damages caused by such activities and the disposal of salt water into an existing well bore. The agreement lays out the responsibilities and obligations of both parties involved. It covers various aspects related to surface damages caused by the lessee's operations, such as excavation, drilling, construction, and transportation. The lessee agrees to take measures to minimize or prevent any harm to the surface owner's property, including structures, crops, water sources, and land. Furthermore, the agreement addresses the disposal of saltwater, a byproduct of oil and gas production, into an existing well bore. It establishes guidelines for the safe disposal of saltwater, in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, to protect the environment and prevent contamination of water sources. There might be different types or variations of Broward Florida Surface Use Agreements Between Oil and Gas Lessee and Surface Owner Providing For Surface Damages and Disposal of Salt Water into An Existing Well Bore, depending on specific terms and conditions. Some key factors that might vary between agreements include the duration of the agreement, compensation for surface damages, liability and indemnification clauses, environmental protection measures, and dispute resolution mechanisms. By entering into a Broward Florida Surface Use Agreement, both the oil and gas lessee and the surface owner establish a mutually beneficial arrangement that protects the interests of both parties. The agreement ensures that the lessee can conduct their oil and gas operations efficiently while minimizing surface damages and safely disposing of saltwater. Keywords: Broward Florida, Surface Use Agreement, Oil and Gas Lessee, Surface Owner, Surface Damages, Disposal of Salt Water, Existing Well Bore.
