An LMP may be granted in connection with mining operations conducted or to be conducted by the applicant for LMP or some other person for one or more of the following purposes:

• the construction of buildings and other improvements, and operating plant, machinery and equipment;
• the installation of a treatment plant and the treatment of minerals therein;
• the deposit of tailings or waste; 
• housing and other infrastructure required in connection with mining or treatment operations;
• transport facilities including roads, airstrips a ports;
• any other purpose ancillary to mining or treatment operations or to any of the preceding purposes which may be approved bythe Minister.

The Area and shape of a lease for mining purposes shall be not more than 60 Km2 and in a rectangular or polygonal shape.