Landowner Information

Do you own land that you would like to see remain free from development--for your lifetime and for future generations?

Doing nothing to protect it may doom your land to development. Why? Estate taxes are one reason. Federal taxes can be as high as 55% of a property's fair market value, virtually forcing heirs to sell it. And, of course, future owners may be compelled by ever-increasing property values--or simply by a lack of appreciation for the land--to sell it for development.

Land trusts are experts at helping landowners find ways to protect their land. Here are a few of the options open to you.