Property Ownership

A property owner who grants a conservation easement to a land trust in Georgia:

ALoses all rights to the property
BRetains ownership but restricts certain uses (like development) in perpetuity✓ Correct
CMust allow public access to the property
DReceives a direct cash payment from the government

Explanation

A conservation easement restricts development and certain uses of land permanently while the original owner retains title and other rights. The owner may receive a charitable deduction for the value of the donated easement.

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