The Lowcountry Land Trust recommends that a landowner review a draft of the conservation easement with appropriate professional advisors.
An appraiser must determine the market value of the conservation easement, which is required if the landowner intends to claim income tax benefits.
An attorney should review the draft conservation easement to provide legal advice.
An accountant can determine the income tax implications of the donation.
An estate planner can review the implications of the easement for the landowner's estate.
In addition, the Land Trust will require a legal description of the property and verification of title from a real estate attorney, and a surveyor may be needed to clearly delineate the property to be protected. Other costs may be incurred based upon your individual situation.