Public Notice — P. O. Box 12967, Austin, Texas
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Diamondback E&P LLC seeks a spacing exception permit.
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What to do next
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Submit a Protest
If you wish to protest, submit your protest by May 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
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Contact the Commission
For questions, reach out to the Railroad Commission via email or fax.
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Review Application Details
Check the application details to understand the implications of the spacing exception.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a spacing exception permit?
- A spacing exception permit allows for drilling closer to lease lines than normally permitted.
- How do I protest this application?
- You can submit a protest by the deadline of May 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
- Who should I contact for more information?
- Contact the Railroad Commission of Texas at SWR37@RRC.TEXAS.GOV or call (512) 463-6780.
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Full Notice Text
RAILROAD COMMISSION OF TEXASOIL AND GAS DIVISIONDISTRICT 08 Status/Permit No. 912905DATE OF ISSUANCE: Apr 27, 2026NOTICE OF PROTEST DEADLINE: 5:00 PM, May 18, 2026Address: Railroad Commission of TexasATTN: Drilling Permit UnitP. O. Box 12967Austin, Texas 78711-2967Fax: (512) 463-6780Email: SWR37@RRC.TEXAS.GOVN O T I C E O F A P P L I C A T I O NNOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the DIAMONDBACK E&P LLC, [RRC Operator No. 217012] has madeapplication for a spacing exception permit under the provisions of Railroad CommissionStatewide Rule 37 (16 Tex. Admin. Code section 3.37). Applicant seeks exception to theLEASE LINE requirement for the AMENDED NEW DRILL permit in Sec. 36, Bk. 37 T3S, T&P RR CO/ LEE, Y Survey, A-1034, SPRABERRY (TREND AREA) Field, MIDLAND County, being 19.3 milesSE direction from MIDLAND, Texas.PURSUANT TO THE TERMS of Railroad Commission rules and regulations, this appl
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