Legal Definitions - coal notice

A coal notice is a legal requirement in Pennsylvania that must be included in deeds and other documents related to the sale of surface property. This notice informs the buyer of any severance of the ownership of coal under the land.

For example, if a person is selling a piece of land that has coal reserves underneath it, they must include a coal notice in the deed. The notice will state whether the seller retains ownership of the coal or if it has been sold to someone else.

The purpose of the coal notice is to ensure that the buyer is aware of any potential limitations or restrictions on the use of the land. If the seller retains ownership of the coal, the buyer may not be able to mine or extract it without the seller's permission.