Preserving the Future: How Conservation Easements Work

Join Rowan County Cooperative Extension and Rowan County Soil and Water to learn more about how Conservation Easements work.
About this Event

Are you interested in protecting your land for future generations while maintaining your private property rights? Join us for a session on Conservation Easements. We will demystify the process, explore available funding, and discuss how you can protect your local rural heritage without giving up the land you love.

What We Will Cover:

• The Basics: An introduction to how conservation easements work and why they are vital for preserving natural resources.
• The Application Process: A step-by-step guide on how to get started.
• Funding & Financial Support: Learn about available funding sources, including the use of awarded PUV (Present Use Value) Rollback funds to cover critical due diligence costs such as:
• • Professional Land Surveys
  • Property Appraisals
  • Closing Costs & Attorney Fee
• Landowner Rights: Understanding the "Bundle of Rights." You don't have to give up control. We will discuss the rights you maintain, including:
• • The Right to Farm: Continue your agricultural operations.
  • The Right to Sell: Your land remains yours to transfer or sell.
  • Mineral Rights: You retain ownership of what lies beneath the surface.
  • The Right to Hunt: Maintain your traditional recreational uses of the land.