O.C.G.A. § 12-3-72: Definitions.

As used in this part, the term:

(1) “Board” means the Board of Natural Resources.

(2) “Heritage area” means an area of land, marsh, or water which has been identified by the board as having significant historical, natural, or cultural value.

(3) “Heritage preserve” means a heritage area to which the state holds fee simple title or some lesser estate and which has been dedicated under this part.

(4) “Private entity” means any natural person, corporation, general partnership, limited liability company, limited partnership, joint venture, business trust, public benefit corporation, nonprofit entity, or other business entity.