The Conservation Tax Center

The Conservation Tax Center

The Conservation Tax Center
on the Land Conservation Assistance Network

There are a variety of conservation tax and estate planning tools available to private landowners that can help keep family farms, forests, ranches or landscapes viable resources and businesses for now and for years to come. Explore the different tax and estate planning tools that can help you preserve your land and business, and help prevent sprawl development. The information provided here should not be construed as legal or tax advice. We strongly suggest you contact a local attorney or professional to assist you before taking any action based on the content of this site.

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Explore the different tax and estate planning tools that can help you preserve your land and business, and help prevent sprawl development.

Conservation Grant & Assistance Programs
Conservation Easements
The most traditional tool for conserving private land, a “conservation easement” (also known as a conservation restriction) is a legal agreement between a landowner and a land trust or government agency that permanently limits uses of the land in order to protect its conservation values.
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Tax and Estate Planning
Tax and Estate Planning
Having a well thought-out plan for who will own your land and how it will be managed after your death ensures that it will be successfully transferred to future generations without being sold or developed. It can also eliminate any tax liability.
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1031 exchanges
Like Kind Exchanges
The 1031 exchange, as it is commonly known, derives its name from the section of the Internal Revenue Code which explains the use of a tax deferred exchange. Through this code section, a taxpayer is allowed to defer capital gain tax on the sale and subsequent purchase of investment or business property if the transaction is structured correctly with the use of a qualified intermediary (QI).
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Conservation Newsroom
Section 179 Expenses
Section 179 of the Internal Revenue Code provides a tax deduction for when you purchase equipment for you business.
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Land Conservation Toolbox
Misc Legal and Tax Articles
By taking advantage of tax credits and deductions you can ensure the financial stability of your land for generations to come.
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Conservation Yellow Pages
Let our servers do the walking to help you find local, regional or national professionals to assist you with your tax, estate, or conservation objectives.
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Federal and State Program Updates

USDA Announces $17 Million to Support America's Beginning Farmers and Ranchers
USDA Announces $235 Million Available for Innovative New Conservation Partnerships
The USDA Released Agricultural Projections to 2022

Land Conservation News

Sage grouse avoids endangered listing
Colorado Seeks Federal Approval Of Sage Grouse Plan