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Forest

Conservation Futures Program

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Program level:

Local

Provider:

Thurston County

Benefits provided: 

Financial

Land use:

Agriculture, Forest

Water-focused program: 

No

Sell development rights.

Overview

Description:

Conservation Futures is a land preservation program that allows landowners to sell property or future development rights to a qualified conservation organization such as a land trust, which buys them with funds provided by Thurston County government

Eligibility:

No restrictions

Financial benefit: 

Payments for fee simple purchase or a transfer of development rights.

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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