Cypress Development Provides Update on Water Rights Purchase

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Cypress Development Corp. (TSXV: CYP | OTCQB: CYDVF) announces an extension from the Nevada Division of Water Resources for Nevada Sunrise Gold Corp's Water Right Permit 44411 until August 28, 2022. This extension is crucial for Cypress's pending purchase of the Permit, vital for the Clayton Valley Lithium Project in Esmeralda County, Nevada. The transaction entails a total cost of US$3 million, with an initial US$150,000 already paid. The remaining US$2.85 million will involve cash and share payments, pending regulatory approvals.

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• Extension granted for Water Right Permit 44411 until August 28, 2022, facilitating the purchase.
• Permit allows the use of 1,770 acre/feet of water annually, essential for the Clayton Valley Lithium Project.

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TSXV: CYP | OTCQB: CYDVF

VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - Cypress Development Corp. (TSXV: CYP) (OTCQB: CYDVF) (Frankfurt: C1Z1) ("Cypress" or "the Company") is pleased to report that the Nevada Division of Water Resources ("NDWR") has granted an extension to Nevada Sunrise Gold Corp  for its Nevada Water Right Permit 44411 (the "Permit"). The extension of time granted by the NDWR to August 28, 2022, was a key condition precedent for the purchase of the Permit by Cypress (the "Transaction"). The parties will now proceed with the closing of the Transaction.

The Permit allows for the beneficial use of 1,770 acre/feet of water annually for mining, milling and domestic use and is an essential component of Cypress's plans for the development of its Clayton Valley Lithium Project in Esmeralda County, Nevada.

As previously announced on May 10, 2021, Cypress and Nevada Sunrise Gold Corp agreed that Cypress would purchase the Permit for US$3.0 million, of which Cypress has already paid US$150,000.  The remaining US$2.85 million will be paid in a combination of cash and Cypress common shares upon receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals and transfer of the Permit to Cypress (the "Closing Payment"). The Closing Payment comprises US$2.0 million in cash and the issuance of Cypress common shares to the value of US$850,000 (the "Share Issuance").

The Agreement is subject to terms and conditions customary for a transaction of this nature, including TSX Venture Exchange approval of the Share Issuance.

About Cypress Development Corp.

Cypress Development Corp. is a Canadian advanced-stage lithium exploration company, focused on developing its 100%-owned Clayton Valley Lithium Project in Nevada, USA. Work completed by Cypress led to the discovery of a world-class resource of lithium-bearing claystone adjacent to the Albemarle Silver Peak mine, North America's only lithium brine operation. The results of a positive Pre-Feasibility Study for the Clayton Valley Lithium Project were announced by Cypress Development in August 2020. Cypress Development trades on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol CYP, and on the OTCQB under the symbol CYDVF.

ON BEHALF OF CYPRESS DEVELOPMENT CORP.

WILLIAM WILLOUGHBY, PhD., PE
President & CEO

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FAQ

What is the significance of the Water Right Permit 44411 for Cypress Development Corp?

The Water Right Permit 44411 is essential for Cypress's Clayton Valley Lithium Project, allowing the beneficial use of 1,770 acre/feet of water annually.

When does the extension for the Water Right Permit expire?

The extension for Water Right Permit 44411 expires on August 28, 2022.

How much will Cypress Development pay for the Water Right Permit?

Cypress Development will pay a total of US$3 million for the Water Right Permit, with US$150,000 already paid and the balance due upon closing.

What is the payment structure for the remaining balance for the Water Right Permit?

The remaining US$2.85 million will be paid in cash and Cypress common shares, including US$2 million in cash and US$850,000 worth of shares.

On which exchanges is Cypress Development Corp. listed?

Cypress Development Corp. is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol CYP and on the OTCQB under the symbol CYDVF.