Timber Harvest Notifications
…Harvesting Notification Requirements In compliance with legislation that updated OCGA 12-6-24, the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) will launch an easy-to-use, statewide harvest notification website, which will replace county-by-county notifications. The…
Certified Burners Early Permit System
…a New Permit Request. Need Assistance? Here is how to Get Started as a Certified Burner. Introductory Videos and Tutorials System Overview Video for Certified Burners How to Request an…
GFC and COVID-19: 5/21/20 Update
* Georgia law no longer requires notification to the Georgia Forestry Commission by people planning to burn yard debris. Charges may apply if wildfire results from escaped burning and evidence…
Making the Shade Program
…applicants must demonstrate that they can contribute the required cash and/or in-kind match. Available Funds Making the Shade Grant Program funds are provided through the Urban and Community Forestry grant…
Prescribed Burn
…the burn other than firebreak plowing or standing by, a prescribed burning plan is required. GFC can provide backfire torches for landowners on a limited basis as available. A deposit…
Taxes & Estate Planning
…receipt of payment under lump-sum, unit price or owner harvests are required to file the appropriate documents in a timely manner. Additional information, filing forms and deadlines may be obtained…
GFC and COVID-19 – 5/27/20 Update
…where we are. GFC has 1,260 pending requests for plowing and harrowing services and 836 for burn assistance. We are diligently working to provide services to those who have requested…
North Georgia Burn Ban Helps Boost Air Quality
…annual burn ban will continue to be required to secure a burn permit from the Georgia Forestry Commission (GFC) before conducting any outside burning. Permits can be requested online at…
Conservation Woodland Program
…to remain in CUVA. Eligibility Each county tax assessor’s office administers the program independently, so application requirements may vary among counties. There is no requirement for size of the property…
State Managed Forests
…Natural Resources. Recreation Trail Schedule Dawson Forest Trail Map NOTE: Any organization wishing to use Dawson Forest for a group event is required to contact the Forest Manager for a…
