Regulatory Intelligence
Does a farm-use gas well transfer avoid Directive 088?
Category:
Licence Transfers and Liability
Research Basis
Archive Period
2021-2025
Records Reviewed
12
Primary Topics
Directive 088; farm gas well; landowner transfer; holistic assessment; limited eligibility
Current Reference
AER Directive 088; AER Manual 023; AER Directive 067; AER Directive 011; AER Directive 068
Common Question
Does a farm-use gas well transfer avoid Directive 088?
Archive Findings
No. Historical records confirmed that transfer of a farm gas well to a landowner triggers a Directive 088 holistic assessment, just like a transfer between oil and gas companies.
The landowner remains responsible for closure and cleanup liabilities.
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Engineering Insight
Treat farm-use transfers as formal licence transfers. Plan for D067 limited eligibility, D088 review, liability estimates, and possible security before negotiating the transaction.
Current Guidance
Current Directive 088 governs licence transfers and holistic assessment. Directive 067 governs eligibility, and Directive 011 supports estimated liability.
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