[Code of Federal Regulations] [Title 43, Volume 2] [Revised as of October 1, 2006] From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access [CITE: 43CFR2885.15] [Page 291] TITLE 43--PUBLIC LANDS: INTERIOR CHAPTER II--BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR PART 2880_RIGHTS-OF-WAY UNDER THE MINERAL LEASING ACT--Table of Contents Subpart 2885_Terms and Conditions of MLA Grants and TUPs Sec. 2885.15 How will BLM charge me rent? (a) BLM will charge rent beginning on the first day of the month following the effective date of the grant or TUP through the last day of the month when the grant or TUP terminates. Example: If a grant or TUP becomes effective on January 10 and terminates on September 16, the rental period would be February 1 through September 30, or 8 months. (b) There are no reductions or waivers of rent for grants or TUPs. (c) BLM will set or adjust the annual billing periods to coincide with the calendar year by prorating the rent based on 12 months. (d) If you disagree with the rent that BLM charges, you may appeal the decision under Sec. 2881.10 of this part.