AGENDA DATE: 2/19/2025
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Presentation on Conservation Easements
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Presentation on Conservation Easements
ITEM TYPE: Regular Information Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Richardson, Wall, Herrick, Sumner, Lynch, Filardo
PRESENTER (S): Jodie Filardo
LEGAL REVIEW: Not Required
REVIEWED BY: Jeffrey B. Richardson
BACKGROUND: On January 8, 2025, the Board of Supervisors discussed the Rural Area Land Use Chapter of the AC44 Comprehensive Plan. During this discussion, several board members expressed an interest in a presentation about the uses and impacts of conservation easements in Albemarle County.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Quality of Life - Encourage a vibrant community with economic and recreational opportunities that serve all community members.
DISCUSSION: At the February 19, 2025 meeting, County staff will present an overview of conservation easement programs in use in Albemarle County. The presentation will include a review of each conservation easement program, including its purpose, methodology, and benefits, and describe the financial implications of the easement programs. As a part of the presentation, County staff will explain the differences between conservation easements and the land use taxation program.
BUDGET IMPACT: There are no budget impacts associated with the presentation.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
This is for presentation purposes only. No action of the board is required.
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