NRS 528.043 Logging permit: Logging plan; performance bond.

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NRS 528.043 Logging permit: Logging plan; performance bond. An application for a logging permit shall be accompanied by:

1. A logging plan including, without limitation, the following information:

(a)An accurate topographical map showing exterior boundaries of the areas to be logged and the roads, structures and landings, existing and proposed.

(b)A statement that contains the objectives of the harvest and the conditions of the stand, including, without limitation:

(1)The current species composition and density of the stand;

(2)The anticipated species composition and density of the stand post treatment; and

(3)The current insects and diseases present at the stand.

(c)The volume of timber to be removed.

(d)The time required for removal of such volume.

(e)The revegetation plan, if applicable.

(f)The slash-disposal and cleanup plans, including, without limitation, the timing and the methods of the disposal of the slash.

(g)The road construction specifications and erosion control measures.

(h)The spill prevention plan.

(i)An outline of the fire prevention and protection plans and procedures.

(j)A description of tools and equipment suitable and available for fire fighting, and the number of persons normally available for fire fighting.

(k)The minimum stocking levels of the area as approved by the State Forester Firewarden.

2. If a variance is requested pursuant to NRS 528.048 , the applicant shall also furnish the State Forester Firewarden with information and data regarding:

(a)Soil characteristics;

(b)Reproduction capability of the area;

(c)Ground and litter cover;

(d)Soil erosion hazards;

(e)Natural drainage features;

(f)Percent of gradient and aspect of slopes;

(g)Description of the method of logging and equipment to be used; and

(h)Such other information as the State Forester Firewarden may require.

3. A performance bond in an amount set by the State Forester Firewarden, which shall be conditioned upon compliance with all provisions of the logging permit, and shall be approved as to form and sufficiency by the State Forester Firewarden.