Get Forest Management Plan Certification

Filling out the Forest Management Plan Certification is an essential step for landowners participating in the Commercial Forest program. This guide provides a clear and concise overview of the process to ensure compliance and successful submission.

Follow the steps to complete the certification form online

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the certification form. This will allow you to access the necessary document for completion.
2. Begin by filling in your name as the primary landowner in the designated field. Make sure to include a working home and work telephone number for correspondence.
3. Input your full address, ensuring that you provide your city, state, and ZIP code accurately.
4. Enter your email address in the appropriate field to facilitate communication regarding your application.
5. Provide a legal description of your land parcel. For example, you could write 'Iron County, T46N, R35W, Section 34, NE ¼ of SW ¼'.
6. In the Forest Management Plan section, confirm whether you have a written forest management plan in effect for the described lands by selecting 'Yes' or 'No'. If 'No', explain briefly in the comments section.
7. If applicable, fill in the details regarding the plan writer, including their name, title, contact number, address, and the date the plan was signed.
8. In the Timber Rights Certification section, affirm your ownership of the timber rights on the described lands by selecting 'Yes' or 'No'. If 'No', provide an explanation in the comments.
9. All owners must sign the certification in the presence of a notary. Ensure that each owner's signature is accompanied by the date of signing.
10. Complete the notary section, where the notary public will acknowledge the signatures and provide their details.
11. Once all fields are filled out, and signatures are collected, save your changes and proceed to download, print, or share the completed form as required.

Complete your Forest Management Plan Certification online to ensure compliance with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.