Forest land must be ten acres or larger and no less than 120 feet wide. Land can be part of a larger tract, but tax reduction only applies to the forest acreage. Landowners must develop an approved Forest Management Plan, and clearly mark the boundaries of the property. Commercial orchards or Christmas tree plantations do not qualify. Other criteria apply; contact for full details.

A completed application form, a copy of most recent property tax bill, 3 photocopies of aerial photographs of property (available from local Farm Services Agency office, and one full-size copy of a property tax plat map showing entire property and at least one road intersection (available at local county courthouse).

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