1. A. In accordance with Section 48-20-100 of the S. C. Mining Act (S. C. Code of Laws, 1976, as amended), the following mining and reclamation fee schedules are established:

   1. (1) Mining permit application fee $600.
   2. (2) Mining permit conversion fee $600. (In lieu of Permit Renewal)
   3. (3) Mining permit substantial modification fee $600.
   4. (4) Mining permit transfer fee $600.
   5. (5) Certificate of Exploration fee $300.

2. B. In accordance with Section 48-20-120 of the S. C. Mining Act (S. C. Code of Laws, 1976, as amended), the following Annual Operating Fee has been established:

   1. (1) Mining Annual Operating Fee Per Mine $375. (Included as part of Annual Reclamation Report)
   2. (2) Mining Annual Operating Fee Late Penalty $50. per month;

HISTORY: Amended by State Register Volume 27, Issue No. 6, Part 1, eff June 27, 2003.