Are landowners required to have a management or stewardship plan for the Forest Legacy Program?
Yes, Forest Stewardship Plans or MRMP are necessary in order for a particular piece of land to be considered eligible for the Forest Legacy Program. However, if one does not already exist, a Forest Stewardship may be developed as part of the application process. Landowners are encouraged to contact the Division of Forestry to obtain information on Forest Stewardship Plan standards. Such plans are not to limit landowner’s management of their forests, but are to ensure that landowners receive professional advice on how best to manage their forest land to meet their goal(s) and objectives.
