Many people in central Virginia own acres of rural land used for farming, forestry, hunting or just their own enjoyment. In some cases, their land has been passed down in their family for generations, and it has great personal meaning.
Sometimes people worry about what will become of their land when they’re gone. Hundreds of families in central Virginia have chosen to make sure their land stays in its rural or natural state forever through conservation easements. These are voluntary, permanent agreements between landowners and land trusts like the Central Virginia Ridge Land Conservancy that describe how the land can be used in the future.
Sometimes people worry about what will become of their land when they’re gone. Hundreds of families in central Virginia have chosen to make sure their land stays in its rural or natural state forever through conservation easements. These are voluntary, permanent agreements between landowners and land trusts like the Central Virginia Ridge Land Conservancy that describe how the land can be used in the future.
Watch the Conservation Conversations from April 2025
Documents for landowners considering a conservation easement
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Conservation Easement GuideDownload our conservation easement guide to learn more about the steps taken in pursuing a conservation agreement
Stewardship Funding PolicyDownload our stewardship funding policy for more information on how CVALC funds its easement program.
Conservation Easement TermsClick here to download a copy of our conservation easement terms sheet.
Guidelines for AttorneysDownload a copy of our guidelines for attorneys here.
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Easement TemplateDownload a copy of our easement template, which lists requirements we generally include in conservation agreements.
Easement ApplicationClick to download a copy of our easement application form, which begins the conservation easement process.
Application Form for Fee Simple Donation
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