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Conservation Easement Program Tualatin SWCD
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
Tualatin Soil and Water Conservation District
Benefits provided:
Financial
Land use:
Agriculture, Forest
Water-focused program:
No
Tualatin SWCD's conservation easement program facilitates the development and upkeep of agricultural and working forest conservation easements in Washington County.
Overview
Description:
Tualatin SWCD is a certified conservation organization that facilitates the development and upkeep of agricultural and working forest conservation easements in Washington County. Our rural conservation specialists work closely with landowners to understand their desires and their unique property in order to craft an individualized easement and to ensure compliance indefinitely.
Eligibility:
We prioritize enrollment on the follow criteria: large acreage; contains significant natural resources such a healthy soil, waterways, etc; located within concentrated areas of farmland; and contains agricultural infrastructure such as irrigation.
Financial benefit:
Charitable deduction on 100% of income taxes for qualified farmers or ranchers.
Potential for reduced property, income, and inheritance taxes.
Contact information
Information last updated on July 15, 2025.
Planning Importance
Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.
Landscape Characteristics
See how your land fits into the broader context of regional conservation, ecosystem services, and working lands' values across the landscape through our interactive mapper tool. It could help you determine which program is a good fit for you!
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