§ 551.4. Types of G activities that require permits or Notices.
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(a)Exploration. You must have a BOEM-approved permit to conduct G exploration, including deep stratigraphic tests, for oil, gas, or sulphur resources. If you conduct both geological and geophysical exploration, you must have a separate permit for each.
(b)Scientific research. You may only conduct G scientific research related to oil, gas, and sulphur in the OCS after you obtain a BOEM-approved permit or file a Notice.
(1)Permit. You must obtain a permit if the research activities you propose to conduct involve:
(i)Using solid or liquid explosives;
(ii)Drilling a deep stratigraphic test; or
(iii)Developing data and information for proprietary use or sale.
(2)Notice. Any other G scientific research that you conduct related to oil, gas, and sulphur in the OCS requires you to file a Notice with the Regional Director at least 30 days before you begin. If circumstances preclude a 30-day Notice, you must provide oral notification and followup in writing. You must also inform BOEM in writing when you conclude your work.
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Types of G activities that require permits or Notices.
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