Forest clearing definition
Forest clearing means the cutting or destruction of any trees or understory which are part of an existing forest even if the resulting community continues to meet the definition of forest, except if it is done as part of an approved management plan or timber harvest permit. Forest loss will be based on a measure of the aerial extent of forest cover which includes the outer perimeter of individual trees.
Forest clearing means the cutting or destruction of any trees or understory which are part of an existing forest even if the resulting community continues to meet the definition of forest, except if it is done as part of an approved management plan or timber harvest permit. Forest loss will be based