The recipient organization must be able to enforce restrictions and can never sell, trade, or give away rights received through the easement except to another conservation organization which agrees to protect those rights in the same manner. Donating the land for conservation easements can freeze a property's tax classification, reduce taxable value of the gross estate, and entitles donor to a present income tax deduction equal to fair market value of the easement. Management Agreements, Leases, and Rights of First Refusal - Management agreements, leases, and rights of first refusal require a commitment from a landowner, but do not permanently restrict the deed to the property. These methods do not convey permanent interest in the areas that need protection. Management agreements are contracts with landowners that obligate the landowner to manage the property in a mutually agreeable manner for a fixed period of time.
Leases describe rental agreements.
Under a lease, a rent is paid and temporary possession of property is taken to control its use. Under a lease, an organization can have exclusive rights of access to the property for a specific period of time, thus controlling visitation. Leases are considered legal documents and can be recorded by the County Clerk, making them a part of the legal deed. Recorded agreements, leases, and such will appear in a title search. A right of first refusal is a landowner's written promise to offer you the first opportunity to buy his land should he decide to sell it.