Landowners who want to protect their land well into the future can enter into a conservation easement with a land trust, government agency, tribe or other qualified organization. Conservation easements offer effective and flexible protection, and are one of the most frequently used tools for conserving private land.
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A conservation easement is just one of many options. You may also donate or sell property, donate or sell development rights, or do a bargain sale with a land trust. The opportunity of a permanent conservation easement can protect a family farm or ranch, allowing for future generations to continue in agriculture.
The property must be maintained in a qualifying use for a period of ten years. Owners of agricultural and/or timber land that qualify for conservation use should file application for current use assessment with the county board of tax assessors on or before the last day for filing ad valorem tax returns in the county.
In general, a person can get title to land owned by someone else by using the land exclusively, out in the open, without permission by the owner, and continuously and without interruption for the time period contained in state law for 15 years.
A land trust is a legal entity that assumes control over property and other real estate assets at the behest of the property's owner. It's a living trust, which is generally revocable, meaning the terms of the trust can be changed or terminated at any time.
Michigan Property Donation – The Process Contact Real Estate with Causes; either choose your property type and complete the online donation form or call (888)-228-7320 and a professional volunteer representative will help you donate.
Donate real estate in CA in just a few steps Submit the online form with some basic info about your real estate. We'll review the property to determine if our charity can accept it. We'll take care of the paperwork & mail closing documents over for you to sign.