Read about the "Easement Experiences" KLT held this summer:
Moyer Ranch Dedication, Akin Prairie Wildflower Walk, Volunteer Steward Workshop, and Hollowell Yoga and Thai Chi.
We'll be holding more events this fall, including the Earles Easement Dedication near Baldwin on the Fall Equinox, Thurs., Sept. 22nd, and a special 20th Anniversary Membership Appreciation event in October, featuring Donald Worster.
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Celebrating KLT's 20th Anniversary
Founded in 1990, the Kansas Land Trust (KLT) first advocated for conservation easement enabling legislation, which passed the Kansas Legislature in 1993. KLT accepted its first easement in 1994, and we’ve come a long way since then. As of August 2010, KLT's stewardship protects more than 15,500 acres on 42 protected properties.
KLT is dedicated to conserving
natural ecosystems, farm and ranch lands, scenic open spaces, and preserving outdoor recreational opportunities and the historic uses of
land which are vital to maintaining the quality of life and economic and
environmental well-being of all current and future generations of Kansans.
Private property owners who know and love their land can provide for
its permanent stewardship in partnership with the KLT.
Owners can preserve a single special feature on their land, define
appropriate limitations on its development, or conserve an entire
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You are invited to become a Kansas Land Trust member. KLT thrives on the energy, expertise, skills, and contacts
provided by members and volunteers. Contributions help cover the expenses
of educating property owners, carrying out land protection efforts, and
raising public awareness of KLT's mission.
 Conservation Strategies
Landowners may
choose from a variety of legal strategies to protect their property
through the Kansas Land Trust. Conservation easements, land donations, and
bargain sales are ways to permanently transfer protection responsibilities
to KLT-either now, or as part of an estate plan.
While all Kansans benefit from preservation of natural surroundings,
participating landowners can benefit more directly. Landowners may
significantly lower their income and estate taxes, and local taxes may
also be affected. In addition, landowners gain assurance that their
cherished lands will be watched over beyond their lifetimes-all property
accepted for protection by KLT will be safeguarded in perpetuity.
 Conservation Easements
A conservation
easement is a legal agreement between a landowner and an organization that
restricts the type and amount of development that may take place on the
landowner’s property. Each easement is tailored to fit the needs of the
property and the landowner’s intention for its use. The ownership of the
property does not change hands; the landowner grants the easement to an
appropriate party such as the Kansas Land Trust, which in turn agrees to
monitor the management of the land to guarantee that the wishes of the
landowner are upheld. The terms of a conservation easement become a
permanent part of the title to the property. As with any easement, the
original owner and all subsequent owners are bound by the restrictions of
the easement agreement.
Website Last Updated: August 17, 2010
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