Land Use & Zoning

An 'agricultural conservation easement' in NC allows a landowner to:

ADevelop the land for any use
BPermanently restrict development of farmland in exchange for compensation, while retaining ownership✓ Correct
CTransfer ownership to the NC Department of Agriculture
DReceive a property tax exemption for all improvements

Explanation

An agricultural conservation easement permanently restricts development on farmland while the landowner retains title. It may be sold or donated to a land trust or government agency, often generating tax benefits.

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