I live in Roanoke Va. and we too have damage permits but they are limited to the amount of damage. Fish and game will come out and assess the damage and issue you tags for how many deer he thinks you can kill to minimize the damage. I had the privalage to help out a hay farmer a few years back because they were tearing up his hay and that was how he made his living. No hay meant no money and no food for his family. So guys if you ever need help let me know I am about 5 hours from yall and would take one for the team and give up a few days to help LOL