OAR 141-071-0455: Lands Subject to Permit

All state-owned lands and mineral rights under the Division’s jurisdiction are available for prospecting except: (1) Lands and mineral rights classified as containing commercially valuable mineral deposits; and (2) Lands reserved for a Natural Area Preserve or otherwise withdrawn from exploration; (3) Lands and mineral rights already subject to exclusive permit or lease. State-owned parcels not included in the State Minerals Registry but under the jurisdiction of the Division may be made available for minerals exploration by special arrangement.