Cost Share & Incentive Programs

…(IPCP) aims to promote healthy forests by eliminating non-native, invasive plants. If left unchecked, lands occupied by these plants become unproductive and native flora (and fauna) can be completely displaced….

Forest Legacy & Conservation Easements

…income tax credits. Priority is given to lands that can be effectively protected and managed. Public access is not required, but can be allowed if the landowner chooses. A written…

Natural Disaster Recovery

…debris left behind by storm events. Tips for managing the volume of downed trees, branches and other debris include: First, assess safety conditions of your family, home and neighborhood. Homeowners…

Fire Weather

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Wildfire Prevention

…clearing Escaped prescribed burning Some outdoor burning requires a burn permit and/or notification. The burning of household garbage is prohibited and not permitted by GFC. When preparing for any type…

Pre-Suppression Firebreaks

…firebreaks be two times the width of the expected height of the flames. GFC provides the service of plowing pre-suppression firebreaks to landowners. Plowing is scheduled on a first come,…

Emergency Response

…a number of helpful tips to properly prepare. Georgia records some 3,500 wildfires annually. There is a higher risk of wildfire in the wildland urban interface (WUI), where homes are…

Making the Shade Program

…buildings. The Making the Shade program enlivens and activates communities for years to come. Students and parents can serve as the primary planters. This allows them to take ownership and…

Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)

The urbanization of the rural landscape has resulted in challenges for protecting not only natural resources, but also homes and people. Communities in the WUI are at risk of catastrophic…

Five-Year Plan

…College EPA Green Infrastructure and Water Protection City of Alpharetta City of Valdosta Georgia Forestry Commission Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Resiliency Keep Rome-Floyd Beautiful City of Atlanta Arborist Division City…