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Vegetation Management Home Before You Begin Guideline (3-1-07) Permit Application (3-1-07) Laws Frequently Asked Questions

Georgia DOT Rules Vegetation Mgt. Policy & Application (3-1-07) Essential Links & Resources Contacts Renewal Application/Annual Work Schedule (3-1-07)

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Updates
As of March 1, 2007 the following policies, applications and guidelines have been updated or added by Georgia DOT. Before You Begin Guideline Vegetation Management Policy Vegetation Management Application Renewal Application/Annual Work Schedule

 

Overview

Vegetation Management is a program that allows limited vegetation removal on state right of way to create a Sign Viewing Zone. Limited Vegetation Management is allowed for legally erected conforming and non-conforming outdoor advertising signs that have been permitted through the Georgia DOT for a minimum of five (5) years.

This site provides information on the Vegetation Management permit process as well as a printable permit application package. People who are not familiar with the permit process, should read the Before You Begin guideline.

The Georgia DOT will begin accepting applications for vegetation removal at outdoor advertising on September 1, 2004

 

 

Before you Begin

Your Vegetation Management Permit Application must be complete and accurate in order to be accepted for review. Applications that are completed incorrectly may result in your permit request being rejected.

In order to prevent delays in processing your Vegetation Management Application, we recommend that you review our guideline manual.   Before You Begin (PDF)

 

 

Rules and Regulations

People interested in applying for a permit must comply with the Law, Georgia DOT Rules, and the Policy for Vegetation Management at Outdoor Advertising Signs.

• The Law - O.C.G.A.   32-6-75.1,2,3
• Georgia DOT Rules
• Vegetation Management at Outdoor Advertising Signs Policy (PDF)

 

 

Vegetation Management Application Package

Please complete the following application to apply for a Vegetation Management Permit (PDF).   The entire package, including attachments must be completed before you can submit your application. A permit is required for each Sign Viewing Zone requested. Submit an application for each sign face direction. Each side is considered a separate Sign Viewing Zone.

 

 

Essential Resources for Completing Your Application

Click here to access links to additional information regarding outdoor advertising.

 

 

Contact Information

For more information regarding the Vegetation Management permit process please contact your GDOT Outdoor Advertising Agent.

 

 

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Updated March 01, 2007. 11:44