RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER CONSERVATION TOOLS?

Can combine certification with a working easement, HCP or cost-share program.

One advantage of combining certification and a working easement is that asset reduction incurred to achieve certification might be viewed as a charitable deduction (or a lower tax liability when passed as an inheritance) if placed under an easement.

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Notes:

Because conservation easements, HCP’s, cost-share and certification programs produce overlapping benefits, land owners may wish to combine programs with one another. This should produce greater combined benefits for the land owner -- especially if the costs are not too large.

RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER CONSERVATION TOOLS?

Can combine certification with a working easement, HCP or cost-share program.

One advantage of combining certification and a working easement is that asset reduction incurred to achieve certification might be viewed as a charitable deduction (or a lower tax liability when passed as an inheritance) if placed under an easement.