Mountain and Hillside Protection

Protected mountain or hillside: All land or tract of land that is shown on the mountain and hillside protection district map as lying within protected districts as designated by district map and is further described as those mountains and hillsides where the slope becomes 25 percent or greater, and which specifically include the ridges, summits and such crests above these areas, even though the slopes may be less than 25 percent.

In instances of building or clearing in protected areas, contact the Planning Department for a pre-application meeting. A mountain protection plan will be required, as well as the appropriate land disturbance filing. To view the Mountain and Hillside Protection map, visit the link at the bottom of this page under "Useful Links".

White County Code Section:
ARTICLE VIII. - STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS FOR THE PROTECTION OF MOUNTAINS AND HILLSIDES

Tree Cutting Permit

This application applies to any cutting of trees eight inches, or greater, in diameter as part of the ongoing maintenance of property in a Mountain and Hillside Protection area- which does not require a land disturbing permit or building permit.

To be supplied in addition to this application:

• Plat of property where the tree cutting will occur
• Mountain Protection Plan
• $100 fee will be assessed for permit issuance

Contact the Planning Department to set up a pre-application meeting at 706-865-6768.

White County Official Code Section:
DIVISION 8. - TREE PROTECTION