37 Miss. Code R. § 1-7501-03005-200
A permit is required for clearing and pruning of trees and other vegetation for construction of new utility lines and conform to the requirements hereinafter provided in this Rule. Maintenance clearing and pruning for existing above and below ground utility lines will conform to the requirements hereinafter provided in this Rule. Additionally any such maintenance clearing and pruning may be performed without further permit, however the District Permit Officer shall be notified at least 24 hours in advance of work. A routine permit is required if the applicant is performing maintenance operations that require a closure within the limits of the roadway or shoulder of the highway. A Special Use Herbicide Permit, Form MND-759, and Herbicide Management Plan, Form MND-760 is required for any chemical spraying and treatment used on the highway right of way, the details of which are outlined elsewhere in this Rule.
37 Miss. Code. R. § 1-7501-03005-200