Property Ownership

Oklahoma's Surface Damage Act requires oil and gas operators to:

AObtain a zoning permit before drilling
BNegotiate and pay surface owners compensation for damages caused by drilling activities✓ Correct
CReceive OREC approval before leasing surface rights
DFile a separate deed for surface use rights

Explanation

Oklahoma's Surface Damage Act requires oil and gas operators to negotiate with the surface owner before drilling and to compensate them for damages to crops, livestock, and other surface improvements caused by drilling operations.

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