7 C.F.R. § 623.17

Current through November 30, 2024
Section 623.17 - Violations and remedies
(a) If a violation of the terms and conditions of the contract, the WRPO, or the recorded EWRP easement occurs, the easement shall remain in force and NRCS may:
(1) Require the owner to fully restore the easement area to fulfill the terms and conditions of the easement and WRPO; and
(2) Require the owner, who received payments from NRCS for any purpose under this part, to refund all or part of such payments received together with interest, as determined appropriate by NRCS.
(b) If an owner fails to carry out the terms and conditions of an easement, appropriate legal action may be initiated. The owner of the property shall reimburse NRCS for all costs incurred including, but not limited to, legal fees.

7 C.F.R. § 623.17