Land Use & Zoning
What is a 'conservation easement' in Idaho?
AA government taking of private land for conservation
BA voluntary legal agreement where a landowner restricts development on their property to protect its conservation values, while retaining ownership✓ Correct
CAn environmental impact study requirement
DA federal restriction on all Idaho wilderness areas
Explanation
A conservation easement is a voluntary agreement between a private landowner and a qualified organization (land trust or government) that permanently restricts development and certain uses to protect natural, agricultural, or scenic values.
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