Mineral Resources Regulatory Revisions
Recently Proposed and Adopted Regulations and Policies
Notice of Finalized Program Policy
DMN-3: Relief from Requirements to Furnish and Maintain Financial Security for Closed Loop Stratigraphic Test Wells
DEC has finalized the Division of Mineral Resources Program Policy 3 – Relief from Requirements to Furnish and Maintain Financial Security for Closed Loop Stratigraphic Test Wells. DMN-3 establishes guidance for DEC staff regarding the applicability of ECL §23-0305(14)(f) to closed loop stratigraphic test wells drilled deeper than 500 feet, eliminating the requirement for operators of this well type to furnish and maintain financial security.
Questions and Additional Information
For further information, please contact Carrie Friello at [email protected] or (518) 402-8056
Notice of Finalized Program Policy
DMN-2: Mined Land Reclamation Law Civil Penalty Policy
DEC has finalized the Division of Mineral Resources Program Policy 2 - Mined Land Reclamation Law Civil Penalty (DMN-2). DMN-2 provides direction for addressing violations of the Mined Reclamation Law, its implementing regulations, and permits issued pursuant thereto. This policy establishes the procedures for calculating civil penalties for those violations.
Questions and Additional Information
For further information, please contact Psalm Wyckoff at [email protected] or (518) 402-8056.
