Conservation Easement
/ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃən ˈizmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal agreement that permanently limits the uses of land to protect its conservation values, restricting development and preserving natural or cultural resources.
The landowner granted a conservation easement to ensure the forest would never be cleared for construction.
Forms
- conservation easements
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Commentary
Conservation easements are typically recorded and run with the land, binding future owners; precise drafting is crucial to clearly define permitted and prohibited uses.
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