subsurface rights

Subsurface rights refer to the ownership or control of the land beneath the surface of the ground, including minerals, oil, gas, and other natural resources. These rights can be separate from the surface rights, meaning someone can own the land above but not the resources below. When rights are leased or sold, the owner grants permission to explore, extract, or develop these underground resources. Understanding subsurface rights is important for property value, development, and resource management, as they determine who has the authority to access and profit from minerals or resources beneath the surface.