(a) In this section, “permit” includes all areas approved in the application for mining.
(b) A permit that has been revoked under § 15-514(a) of this subtitle may be reinstated for the sole purpose of reissuing all or part of the permit to another qualified operator in accordance with subsection (c) of this section.
(c) In order to be qualified to obtain a reissued permit under this section, an operator shall:
(1) Provide to the Director proof of the right to mine as required by § 15-505(g) of this subtitle;
(2) Enter into an agreement with the Department to assume the duties and responsibilities of the permit and to conduct mining operations in accordance with the requirements of this subtitle, regulations issued under this subtitle, and the conditions of the permit;
(3) File with the Department a performance bond as required under § 15-507 of this subtitle; and
(4) Provide to the Director any other information required to reissue the permit in accordance with this subtitle.