Continuing the discussion from Just got an offer:
Can someone explain the complete Application process the oil exploration companies have to file with the Oklahoma Corporation Commission? in order to drill a oil & gas well. Or maybe a good web site with that shows the process. Thanks.
In general,
1- the operator will file for a spacing order for the reservoir of interest (if it has not already been done in previous years).
2- file for the type of well-vertical or horizontal
3- file for location exception if the well will be placed in a different location than the statutory location in a spacing unit.
4- file for forced pooling to capture all those mineral owners that cannot be found or have not chosen to lease
5-Then the permit will be filed which gives a time frame in which to drill.
6- If there has already been an initial well and they plan to drill more, then they will file for an increased density order, then more wells and location exceptions.
You may find these documents helpful. 0_The Pooling Process in Oklahoma.pdf (340.4 KB) 0_Royalty-Owners-Booklet-112020.pdf (6.8 MB)