South Dakota § 45-6B-32 - Grant of permit if application in compliance with law--Grounds for denial.
Full text of South Dakota South Dakota Codified Laws § 45-6B-32 — Grant of permit if application in compliance with law--Grounds for denial., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-6B-32. Grant of permit if application in compliance with law--Grounds for denial.
The Board of Minerals and Environment shall grant a permit to an operator if the application complies with the requirements of this chapter and all applicable local, state, and federal laws. The board may not deny a permit, except for one or more of the following reasons:
(1) The application is incomplete or the surety has not been posted;
(2) The applicant has not paid the required fee;
(3) Any part of the proposed mining operation, the reclamation program, or the proposed future use is contrary to the laws or regulations of this state or the United States;
(4) The mining operation will adversely affect the stability of any significant, valuable, and permanent man-made structures located within two hundred feet of the affected land, except where there is an agreement between the operator and the persons having an interest in the structure that damage to the structure is to be compensated for by the operator;
(5) The mining operation would be in violation of any county zoning or subdivision regulations;
(6) The proposed mining operation and reclamation can not be carried out in conformance with the requirements of § 45-6B-35;
(7) The operator is currently found to be in violation of the provisions of this chapter with respect to any mining operation in this state; or
(8) The land is unsuitable for a mining operation, as determined pursuant to § 45-6B-33.
Source: SL 1982, ch 305, § 32.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota § 45-6B-32
What does South Dakota Codified Laws § 45-6B-32 cover?
Section 45-6B-32 ("Grant of permit if application in compliance with law--Grounds for denial.") is part of the South Dakota Codified Laws, the codified statutory law of South Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite South Dakota § 45-6B-32?
A common citation format is "South Dakota Codified Laws § 45-6B-32" (South Dakota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of South Dakota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the South Dakota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed South Dakota attorney.
How does South Dakota § 45-6B-32 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in South Dakota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in South Dakota.