Georgia Water/Laws/Uniform Conservation Easement Act

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Georgia Uniform Conservation Easement Act, O.C.G.A. §§ 44-10-1 to 8

General Description[edit | edit source]

The Act creates the standards for the use of conservation easements for the purpose of protecting forest, open-spaces, and agricultural land. A conservation easement is a restriction on a piece of land that prevents development and maintains the land in its current state. These provisions do not directly relate to water resources, but the conservation measures may help to maintain natural waterways and water quality.

Creation and recordation[edit | edit source]

A conservation easement is created, transferred, and recorded in the same way as other easements. The easement is recorded in the county Superior Court.

Practical Information[edit | edit source]

A conservation easement is a way to protect a piece of green space into the future. Placing a conservation easement on a piece of property can result in tax advantages for the land owner. These easements are often held and managed by community nonprofit groups such as land trusts.

History of the Act[edit | edit source]

Specific provisions of the Act[edit | edit source]

Administration of the Act[edit | edit source]

Effectiveness of the Act[edit | edit source]

Relevance for State Water Plan[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]