Land Conservation Value Calculator
Calculate conservation easement value based on development rights forgone and estimate federal and state tax benefits.
Inputs
acres
$
Results
Conservation Easement Value
$625,000
Total Tax Benefit
$231,250
Easement Value per Acre$6,250
Unrestricted Development Value$1,250,000
Restricted Property Value$625,000
Federal Tax Savings$200,000
State Tax Savings$31,250
Annual Property Tax Savings$3,750
Estate Tax Exclusion$250,000
Effective Cost of Conservation$393,750
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the property acreage and current land value per acre.
- Set the development potential rating and conservation easement type.
- Input the landowner federal tax bracket and state tax rate.
- Review the conservation easement value and total tax benefit.
- Use these estimates to discuss donation value with a qualified appraiser or attorney.
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