30 CFR §550.183

1. (a)BOEM may extend your lease if you submit a DPP and the Regional Supervisor disapproves the plan according to the regulations in 30 CFR part 550, subpart B. Following the disapproval:
   1. (1)BOEM will allow you to hold the lease for 5 years, or less time at your request;
   2. (2)Any time within 5 years after the disapproval, you may reapply for approval of the same or a modified plan; and
   3. (3)The Regional Supervisor will approve, disapprove, or require modification of the plan under 30 CFR part 550, subpart B.
2. (b)If the Regional Supervisor has not approved a DPP or required you to submit a DPP for approval or modification, the Secretary will cancel the lease:
   1. (1)When the 5-year period in paragraph (a)(1) of this section expires; or
   2. (2)If you request cancellation at an earlier time.