Definitions for "SUBSURFACE RIGHTS"
the right of ownership to the substances and matter that are contained in the earth underneath a property or land.This gives rights to the gas, mineral, water, oil, and other valuable substances that may be contained in the property which you purchase.
The rights of ownership to things lying beneath the physical surface of the property.
Ownership rights in a parcel of real estate to the water, minerals, gas, oil and so forth that lie beneath the surface of the property.