N.D. Cent. Code § 38-09-20
38-09-20. Rules and regulations
38-09-20. Rules and regulations
The state of North Dakota and its departments and agencies, the board of county
commissioners of each county, and the governing body of any political subdivisions are hereby
authorized to establish rules and regulations for the leasing of lands for the purposes set forth in
sections 38-09-14 through 38-09-20, not inconsistent herewith. Such rules may require the
deposit by any applicant for a lease of an amount sufficient to cover the publication costs.