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Voluntary Stewardship Program (VSP) - Asotin

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Program level:

Local

Provider:

Asotin County Conservation District (ACCD)

Benefits provided: 

Financial, Free technical assistance

Land use:

Agriculture

Water-focused program: 

No

Voluntary program to protect the environment and prevent sprawling development.

Overview

Description:

The Voluntary Stewardship Program (VSP) is an alternative incentive-based approach, allowed under the Growth Management Act (GMA), to protect and enhance both critical areas and agricultural viability. Asotin County has proudly opted into the program and is one of 27 counties in Washington to do so. This approach is a dynamic and collaborative process consisting of a variety of stakeholders referred to as the Work Group.

Eligibility:

Must be an agricultural producer or landowner with lands on critical areas. Use this map to see find your land: http://wacds.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=2930001d16314992ab4d6aa1c387e589

Financial benefit: 

Funding available for different projects (e.g. fences)

Contact information

Information last updated on July 15, 2025.

Planning Importance

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Landscape Characteristics

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