Logging

Logging Regulations

No logging operations are to begin until the logging permit is issued.

Each Logging truck and each site shall keep a copy of the permit

Permits expire after one year – if job is not completed, a new permit must be requested

Logger is responsible for clearing ditches, roads and shall also be responsible for any damage done to ditches or roads

Logging Permits

Washington Parish Government Ordinance # 53 requires anyone performing logging operations in Washington Parish, Louisiana to obtain a permit.

A permit is issued for each tract to be logged. Information needed to issue a logging permit is:

1)      Contractors name, address and telephone number.

2)      Land Owners name, address and telephone number.

3)      Legal Description of the property being logged.

4)      Approximate number of loads of Pine Sawtimber, Hardwood Sawtimber, Pine,  Pulpwood and Other (poles, piling, chip & saw, etc.) and where they are being shipped.

5)      Starting Date

6)      Route to be Used (Contingent upon approval by Parish Personnel)

Logging Fees:

100 acres or less Resident of Washington Parish $25.00

100 acres or less Non-resident $50.00

100 acres or more Resident of Washington Parish $50.00

100 acres or more Non-resident $100.00

Logging Fines

Penalty for not obtaining a permit or for non-compliance with this ordinance is:

1st offense $100.00

2nd offense $500.00

3rd offense $1000.00