N.M. Admin. Code § 19.2.100.59
Application for waiver of compliance with exploratory drilling development or production requirements of a lease, or to extend the term thereof, where exploration and development operations of the oil and gas lease are inconsistent with the exploration and development operations of a state mineral lease, and where waste will occur, must be made in writing and accompanied by a filing and approval fee as set forth in the schedule of fees. Such applications must be filed in the state land office at least thirty days before expiration date of the oil and gas lease. No waivers or extension shall be granted by the commissioner for more than five years. Ordinarily, waivers will be granted by the commissioner only as to the legal subdivisions upon which the conflict exists.
N.M. Admin. Code § 19.2.100.59