Property Ownership
What is an 'oil and gas lease' in Idaho and what does it grant to the lessee?
AA right to store petroleum on the property
BThe right to explore for, drill, and produce oil and gas from the mineral estate for a specified period and in exchange for royalties paid to the mineral owner✓ Correct
CA lease for a gas station on the property
DRights to use geothermal energy on the property
Explanation
An oil and gas lease grants a company (lessee) the right to explore, drill, and produce oil and gas from the mineral estate for a primary term (typically 3-5 years) and as long as production continues. The mineral owner receives royalty payments.
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