The agricultural district is established to encourage the retention and development
of suitable areas for common farm practices and various non-farm uses, preservation
of open space, the conservation and management of soil, water, air, game and other
natural resources and amenities, and to discourage the creation or continuation of
conditions which could detract from the function, operation, and appearance of areas
to provide food supplies and to prevent or minimize conflicts between common farm
practices and non-farm uses. Gilmer County adopts and follows O.C.G.A. § 41-1-7 sets
forth, "A farm or farming operation shall not be found to be a public or private nuisance
if the farm or farm operation alleged to be a nuisance conforms to generally accepted
agricultural and management practices." All applicable agricultural uses are required
to practice and implement identified best management practices.
