Donating land for conservation purposes creates a lasting legacy that

benefits our community as well as future generations.

 

Donating land:

• Creates an immediate, and potentially substantial, tax deduction for the appraised value of the donated property*

• Ensures the land is left in its natural state

 

The two most common ways to protect land are an outright donation,

sometimes known as “fee simple,” and a conservation easement:

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• Outright donation transfers ownership to the land trust, releases the owner from all future tax liability and protects the land as open space forever.

• A conservation easement allows the landowner to retain ownership while protecting the land in perpetuity and reducing the owners’ tax burden.

 

*There is generally a modest one-time fee associated with a land donation to cover ongoing stewardship expenses.

 

If you’re considering donating land for conservation, please contact us at the Stamford Land Conservation Trust.  We can help you arrive at a conservation plan that makes the most sense for you. Please note we are not tax advisors. Anyone considering a land donation should consult their own counsel. We can also put you in touch with attorneys and land planners experienced in land conservation.

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