Code of Virginia (Last Updated:July 28, 2020) |
TITLE 45.1. Mines and Mining |
CHAPTER 15.1. Geothermal Energy |
ARTICLE 1. General Provisions |
SECTION 45.1-179.3. Application |
The provisions of this chapter regarding (i) permitting, well regulations, reservoir management and allocation apply to geothermal resources at temperatures above the minimum temperature set forth by the Department pursuant to § 45.1-179.7 , (ii) leasing requirements, royalties or severance taxes apply to geothermal resource applications producing more than the volumetric rate set forth by the Department pursuant to § 45.1-179.7 . 1981, c. 506. |