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Managed Forest Law (MFL) Enrollment Questions
What obligations will I be subject to if I enroll land into the MFL program? A list of some primary obligations follows, but keep in mind that this list is not inclusive.
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Managed Forest Law
The Managed Forest Law (MFL) program is a landowner incentive program that encourages sustainable forestry on private woodland. In exchange for following sound forest management, the landowner pays reduced property taxes. It was enacted in 1985 and…
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Forest Crop Law (FCL) Withdrawal Questions
Are there rules for withdrawing FCL land?Yes, withdrawal rules are dependent on the year the land was enrolled.For land enrolled in FCL prior to 1972, withdrawals must be:An entire FCL entry (Figure 1); orAny land as long as 40 contiguous acres…
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Forest Crop Law (FCL) Change of Ownership Questions
The following information references Forest Crop Law (FCL). For information regarding Managed Forest Law (MFL), please visit the MFL Change of Ownership Page. Are there rules for transferring FCL land? Yes, land must be transferred according…
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Forest Crop Law (FCL) General Questions
How do I know if land is enrolled in FCL? A title search or tax bill can indicate enrollment in FCL. Where do I find a copy of my FCL management schedule? Contact a tax law administration specialist [PDF].
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Forest Crop Law
The Forest Crop Law (FCL) is a landowner incentive program that encourages long-term, sustainable management of private woodlands. In exchange for following an FCL management schedule outlining forest practices, the landowner pays reduced property…
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Working With Foresters
When you select a private consulting or industrial forester, the ideal choice is an individual or company that has a good reputation with both landowners and timber buyers. The forester you choose should serve you and represent your best interests…
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Forest Tax Forms and Resources
Managed Forest Law (MFL) formsThe following forms are used for the MFL Program. A majority of the forms can be completed online. However, since signatures are required, each must be printed out, signed and mailed to the DNR address indicated.If you…
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Forest Tax Rates
Landowners with land in the Managed Forest Law (MFL) and Forest Crop Law (FCL) programs pay MFL and FCL tax rates in lieu of regular property tax rates.MFL tax rates (per acre)The current MFL tax rates were calculated in 2022 for use in 2023 through…