South County Conservancy
P.O. Box 1387
Charlestown, R.I. 02813 (401) 364-9124, ext. 23

The choice to preserve land not only provides a legacy for future generations but may provide tax and other financial benefits. There are many ways to protect your land so it is important to consult your lawyer and financial advisor as well as South County Conservancy. Land protection generally falls into the following three categories:

Donation: The donor may enjoy substantial tax benefits. Owners of highly appreciated land can establish a life income for themselves, a large inheritance for their heirs while forever preserving their land.

Sale: Owners of land with important conservation values who need immediate income can offer it for sale to the Conservancy which will then work with public and private funding agencies to raise money for the purchase.

Conservation Easement: This method legally and permanently limits the use of the land so as to protect conservation value. The Conservancy raises the funds to purchase the easement from the landowner. An easement often makes the landowner eligible for property tax relief.

In any of the above scenarios a section of land might be reserved for continued use by the family and the remainder then conserved.

Contact us. A member of the acquisition committee will set up an appointment to meet you, visit your property and discuss your interests and needs in preserving your land. South County Conservancy will support and work with you throughout the land conservation process.