They recently changed the rules, but it is highly dependent on the biologist and property. I am on 251 acres and stayed on MLD 3, but it took a lot of work.
Also depends on what level you want to be at. 1, 2, or 3
There is no more level 1, 2 or 3, there are now two option conservation and harvest. Also this upcoming year there is a yearly enrollment fee that will be required. I would reach out to your local TPWD biologist for specifics regarding your property size.
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