020-3 Wyo. Code R. §§ 3-1 - Procedures for Acquisition

(a) The State shall acquire only such interests under W.S. 35-11-1205 (West 2007) as are necessary for the reclamation work or the post-reclamation use of the land.

(b) Interests in improvements on the land, mineral rights, or associated water rights may be acquired if:

(i) Necessary and;

(ii) If adequate written assurances cannot be obtained from the owner of the severed interest that the future use thereof will not be in conflict with the reclamation work.

(c) When practical, acquisition shall be by purchase from a willing seller. Where necessary, and following all reasonable efforts to purchase, land interests may be acquired by condemnation. Title to the interest shall be recorded as required by law so as to be first in time and constitute notice to any subsequent purchaser of the same interest.

(d) An appraisal of all land or interest in land to be acquired shall be obtained from a professional appraiser, stating the fair market value of the land as adversely affected by past mining.

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020-3 Wyo. Code R. §§ 3-1