147C
In forceContinuation of exploration permit while application being dealt with
Chapter 4Exploration permits
Part 4Other provisions about exploration permits
147C Continuation of exploration permit while application being dealt with
(1)
This section applies if the term (the previous term) of an exploration permit ends before an application for renewal of the permit is decided.
(2)
Despite the ending of the previous term, the exploration permit continues in effect until the earlier of the following to happen—
(a)
the start of any renewed term of the permit;
(b)
a refusal of the application takes effect;
(c)
the application is withdrawn;
(d)
the permit is cancelled under this Act.
(3)
If the exploration permit is renewed, subsection (2) is taken never to have applied in the period starting at the end of the previous term of the permit and ending on the renewal of the permit.
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