Understanding the Science Behind Riparian Forest Buffers: Resources for Virginia Landowners

Author: Julia C. Klapproth, Faculty Assistant-Natural Resources, Maryland Cooperative Extension; James E. Johnson, Extension Forestry Specialist, College of Natural Resources, Virginia Tech

Publication Number 420-156, Posted January 2002

Figure 5. Conservation easements can offer the landowner income tax, estate tax, and property tax advantages while allowing the landowner rights of ownership.

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