(a) In general. For all afforestation, reforestation, and replanting required by this title, a developer shall enter into a forestation agreement. A forest conservation easement shall be required for lots one-half acre or greater for any onsite planted area or coterminous area of onsite plantings and woodland that totals 3,000 square feet or greater. The Planning and Zoning Officer may grant a modification of the requirements of this section for a stream restoration project.
(b) Reconveyance of forest conservation easement. Upon a written request from the property owner made on or after October 8, 2021, the County shall promptly convey a forest conservation easement back to the owner if all permits and plan applications and approvals related to the development have expired, been terminated, or are otherwise null and void.
(Bill No. 3-05; Bill No. 93-12; Bill No. 62-21)