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harvesting. Current state law defines several parameters for harvesting ordi- nances, from what is required of the logger to notify the county, to how much the county can require in a bond. Today, there are over 55 counties that have ordinances that are out of compliance with state law.
For example, in one Georgia county, loggers are required to provide a $50,000 bond plus an application fee prior to moving onto a tract; state law dictates that bonds should not exceed $5,000. Another county requires loggers to provide an ingress/egress permit and 72-hour notice before moving onto a tract of timber; state law only requires that the logger provide notification within 24 hours of moving onto a tract — no permit is required. GFA is focused on pursuing policy changes to address these issues and keep our forests healthy and competitive, while ensuring that loggers are given the ability to operate efficiently and affordably — no matter the county.
MATT HESTAD IS THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS AND STRATEGY FOR THE GEORGIA FORESTRY ASSOCIATION.
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