Illinois Administrative Code

Section 1530.50 Proof of Ownership a) Any person hauling, conveying or transporting 2 or more "trees" or "forest products" or either of them (as defined herein), on any road or highway in this State shall be required to show proof of ownership or that such hauling, conveying or t…

Section 1530.60 Requirements and Format for "Proof of Ownership" The "proof of ownership" required under the Act and as set forth in this Part shall be completed on forms provided by the Department and contain the following minimum information: a) Point of origin. Shall be a lega…

Section 1530.70 Registration (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 27 Ill. Reg. 7752, effective April 21, 2003)

Section 1530.80 Violations (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 7 Ill. Reg. 8765, effective July 15, 1983)

Section 1530.90 Effective Date (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 7 Ill. Reg. 8765, effective July 15, 1983)

Section 1530.EXHIBIT A Purchase Agreement for Purpose of Transportation Date , 20 The undersigned seller: (Check one – if licensed buyer, must give license number) Timber Grower Sawmill Concentration Yard Timber Buyer License No. Phone: AC ( ) - (Name) (Address) stipulates that t…

Section 1535.1 Definitions "Act" means the Timber Buyers Licensing Act [225 ILCS 735]. "Agent" means any person acting on behalf of a timber buyer, employed by a timber buyer, or under an agreement, whether oral or written, with a timber buyer who buys timber, attempts to buy tim…

Section 1535.10 Payment of 4% Fee to Department a) All 4% harvest fees required to be paid to the Department by timber buyers pursuant to Section 9a(a) of the Act and timber growers pursuant to Section 9a(c) of the Act shall be sent to the Department, along with the Department pr…

Section 1535.15 Bonding Definitions (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 48 Ill. Reg. 8643, effective May 30, 2024)

Section 1535.16 Bonding Requirements (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 48 Ill. Reg. 8643, effective May 30, 2024)

Section 1535.20 4% Harvest Fee Determination a) When a timber buyer buys timber in this State, the timber buyer and timber grower shall determine the amount to be paid for such timber, or the value of items to be bartered for such timber, and the timber buyer shall deduct from th…

Section 1535.25 Aggregate Value Determinations of Timber a) Primary determination of the aggregate value of timber shall be the total dollar value paid at the first point of sale or change of ownership. b) Secondary determination of the aggregate value of timber shall be calculat…

Section 1535.3 Timber Buyer Application and Department Verification a) All timber buyers shall obtain a license from the Department before engaging in the business of timber buying. Application for such license shall be filed on forms provided by the Department and shall contain …

Section 1535.30 Volume Estimates a) When volume estimates are used in the determination of value, the following scales and measurements will be used: 1) Lumber, cooperage, & veneer – Board feet taken from the Doyle Log Rule as published in the Forestry Handbook Second Edition (19…

Section 1535.4 License and Timber Buyer Identification Cards a) License. If a timber buyer's application is approved by the Department, then a license shall be issued by the Department and shall contain the following information: 1) name of the licensee and license number; 2) bus…

Section 1535.40 Arbitration (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 27 Ill. Reg. 7761, effective April 21, 2003)

Section 1535.5 Records and Reporting a) Records of the Timber Buyer. A timber buyer shall retain the books, accounts, records, proof of ownership, or other documentation required under this Act or administrative rule used in the conduct of the buyer's business for a period of 3 y…

Section 1535.50 Information Anyone wishing additional information concerning this Part, or a supply of Department approved form, may contact the Department of Natural Resources at the following address: Department of Natural Resources Division of Forestry One Natural Resources Wa…

Section 1535.60 Suspension or Revocation of Timber Buyer's License a) Any person violating the provisions of this Part shall, upon finding of guilt by a court of law, be subject to revocation of license and suspension of privileges. Any person found to not be in good standing sha…

Section 1536.10 General The purpose of the Forestry Development Cost-Share Program is to encourage the establishment, management, and sustainable use and benefits of forests. Definitions located at 17 Ill. Adm. Code 1537 apply to this Part as well. a) Definitions. "Act" means the…

Section 1536.100 Repayment of Cost-Share Monies Each participant in this Forestry Development Cost-Share Program is responsible for complying with the terms and conditions stated in the plan, and shall follow the provisions detailed in the Plan. Refund of all cost-share payments …

Section 1536.20 Eligibility a) Participation in the program is limited to timber growers who own or operate at least 10 contiguous acres of land enrolled in the FDA Program. b) Timber growers owning less than 10 acres who have maintained continuous participation may participate, …

Section 1536.25 Preparation of Forest Management Plans This practice provides timber growers with an additional opportunity to obtain professional assistance in Plan preparation. a) The timber grower must accept the Plan and sign the Certification Form before the Department Fores…

Section 1536.30 Planting Trees and Direct Seeding The purpose of planting and direct seeding is to establish a stand of forest trees for timber production and compatible natural resource conservation. These practices are priority practices for cost-share funding. a) During Plan r…

Section 1536.40 Fencing to Protect Forests and Plantations a) A Plan may require fencing to exclude livestock. b) Limited use of live trees is permitted, provided 2" x 4" nailing strips of durable wood are used between the wire and the tree. c) Boundary fences and fences adjacent…

Section 1536.50 Tending Forest Stands (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 41 Ill. Reg. 4272, effective March 31, 2017)

Section 1536.51 Timber Stand Improvement The purpose of Timber Stand Improvement (TSI) is to increase tree growth and quality, improve forest vigor and health, influence tree species composition, enhance diversity of native flora, and improve wildlife habitat in forest stands by …

Section 1536.55 Pruning Hardwood Crop Trees The purpose of pruning is to improve the quality and quantity of crop trees in a forest stand. a) Acceptable pruning of crop trees is corrective pruning to a single leader with side branch pruning. The flat rate payment for this practic…

Section 1536.60 Permanent Firebreaks for Management and Protection of Forests The purpose of a permanent firebreak is to provide a practical and low cost way of affording protection to forests from damage by wildfire and to facilitate the use of prescribed fire as a management to…

Section 1536.65 Reducing Wildlife Damage Control of wildlife damage is necessary at times to protect the investment in tree planting, direct seeding or natural regeneration. These practices are considered priority practices when implemented as part of a tree planting project purs…

Section 1536.70 Site Preparation for Natural Regeneration The purpose of site preparation for natural regeneration is to create site conditions, including adequate light conditions reaching the forest floor, favorable for the establishment, development and/or release of desirable…

Section 1536.75 Forestry Best Management Practices The purpose of forestry best management practices is to promote the use of best management practices (BMPs) and streamside management zones (SMZs) through the construction, establishment, maintenance or renovation of roads, trail…

Section 1536.77 Invasive and Exotic Species Control The purpose of controlling invasive and exotic species is to eradicate or control the establishment and spread of exotic and invasive plants that threaten forest regeneration, productivity, native plant diversity and wildlife ha…

Section 1536.80 Appeal a) A timber grower whose proposed Plan or completed practice is not approved by the Department Forester may appeal to the Department. b) The appeal must be made in writing and delivered to the Department within 30 days after the date that the proposed plan …

Section 1536.90 Information Anyone wishing additional information or to file an appeal concerning this Part may contact: Administrator Forest Management Programs Illinois Department of Natural Resources Division of Forest Resources One Natural Resources Way Springfield IL 62702-1…

Section 1537.1 Definitions "Advance Regeneration" – tree seedlings and saplings established and growing in the forest understory. "Afforestation" – the establishment of forest trees by planting or seeding an area not previously forested. "Basal Area" or "BA" – a measurement of th…

Section 1537.10 Property Location and Description The minimum legal description of the property to be managed must include quarter section, section, township, range and county. Plans must describe the relationship of the forest property in context to the surrounding properties. A…

Section 1537.12 Goals and Objectives A timber grower's goals or objectives regarding management of the forest or land and any natural resource concerns must constitute a section of the Plan and must be compatible with the FDA, this Part and 17 Ill. Adm. Code 1536. The FDA program…

Section 1537.15 Maps Aerial photography or maps clearly depicting the property and forest stands and the soils within the stands, as well as other important features, are required for each Plan. Maps must include at least the information and specifications listed in Section 10 of…

Section 1537.18 Soils Information All Plans must include a description of soil properties and features affecting forest growth and productivity. Information may be generalized over the property when soil conditions are uniform or addressed on a stand-by-stand basis and mapped on …

Section 1537.2 Forest Management Plan Development Timber growers or their representatives may develop a 10-year Forest Management Plan (proposed Plan) and submit it to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forest Resources, IDNR Forester serving the county in …

Section 1537.20 Stand Description and Analysis a) A description is required for each forest stand regardless of size in acres. The information and data must be described and interpreted in detail and include all items listed in Section 5 of Exhibit A for each forest or reforestat…

Section 1537.21 Stand Practices A detailed narrative description and interpretation of recommended and required silvicultural practices based on the designated silvicultural system and stand specific objectives is required for each forest or reforestation stand regardless of size…

Section 1537.25 Harvest Schedule Projected 10 Years (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 41 Ill. Reg. 4306, effective March 31, 2017)

Section 1537.30 Reforestation And Afforestation (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 41 Ill. Reg. 4306, effective March 31, 2017)

Section 1537.35 Afforestation Plan (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 14 Ill. Reg. 18222, effective October 29, 1990)

Section 1537.38 Conservation Opportunities, Constraints and Concerns Plans must address the resource values and items outlined in Section 7 of Exhibit A and integrate forestry practices with conservation of habitats, natural resource features and the greater landscape. (Source: A…

Section 1537.40 Forest Regeneration (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 41 Ill. Reg. 4306, effective March 31, 2017)

Section 1537.42 Recreational Use and Aesthetics a) Recreation and aesthetic use and visual quality considerations that are compatible with forestry practices, goals and objectives are encouraged. Intensive uses such as commercial campgrounds, off-road vehicle parks, or similar en…

Section 1537.45 Soil and Water Conservation Goals (Repealed) (Source: Repealed at 41 Ill. Reg. 4306, effective March 31, 2017)