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Whether you’re a volunteer, staff member, or board leader, the Connecticut Land Conservation Council’s Resource Library is here to support your work in conserving and stewarding land across the state.
Organized by topic, this collection offers practical tools, templates, case studies, and expert guidance tailored to the needs of Connecticut’s land trusts. From legal and financial management to community engagement, stewardship, and climate resilience, our goal is to help you navigate challenges, build capacity, and strengthen your organization.
Explore the topics that matter most to your work—and check back often, as we regularly update the library with new and relevant resources.
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Property tax exemptions for conserved land vary widely across Connecticut, making it crucial for land trusts and landowners to understand local and state tax laws. This resource provides insights into property assessment statutes (e.g., Public Act 490), conservation easements’ effects on valuations, and local tax abatement policies. Whether you’re navigating tax exemptions or working with assessors these resources offer valuable tools and research to support your efforts.
There are numerous potential tax incentives for landowners who choose to protect all or part of their land, including, but not limited to, income tax deductions, estate tax benefits, and avoided capital gains taxes.
Please note that this is for informational purposes only. Landowners must consult with their own attorney and tax advisor for complete information on their personal financial situation.
New to land conservation—or need help explaining it? This plain-language glossary breaks down key terms, acronyms, and concepts used across land transactions and stewardship, as well as commonly-encountered state and federal conservation programs. Compiled by CLCC, it’s designed for staff, board members, partners, and anyone seeking a shared understanding of the language of conservation. Perfect for onboarding, presentations, and outreach materials.
CLCC annually contributes testimony and comments related to land conservation laws, policies, programs, and funding, as well as other priorities central to the health and wellbeing of Connecticut’s communities, environment, economy, and quality of life.
CLCC annually contributes testimony and comments related to land conservation laws, policies, programs, and funding, as well as other priorities central to the health and wellbeing of Connecticut’s communities, environment, economy, and quality of life.
CLCC annually contributes testimony and comments related to land conservation laws, policies, programs, and funding, as well as other priorities central to the health and wellbeing of Connecticut’s communities, environment, economy, and quality of life.
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