Resource Library
Many Connecticut towns offer tax abatements to support conservation, but policies vary widely. This compilation of municipal tax abatement policies provides land trusts with real-world examples of how communities incentivize land protection. Whether you’re advocating for a new policy, refining an existing one, or simply exploring ways to strengthen local conservation efforts, this resource offers valuable insights into how towns are using tax incentives to support land conservation.
Town of Bloomfield: Draft Policy Memorandum Regarding Tax Abatements
Town of Cromwell: Economic Development Incentive Guidelines
Town of East Haddam: Tax and Business Incentive Program Ordinance – 2015 Amendment
Town of East Hampton: Article IX: Business Incentive Program
Town of East Windsor: Tax Incentive Program for Substantial New Investment
Town of Ellington: 2014 Amendments
Town of Enfield: Tax Abatement Policy and Guidelines
Town of Hebron: Economic Development Incentive Program
Town of North Branford: Assessment Deferral Resolution
Town of North Branford: Deferral Application
Town of Simsbury: Business Incentive Policy
Town of Wethersfield:Tax Incentive Program
Town of Windsor: Assessment Abatement Policy Revised 1.21.14