WeConservePA has improved and expanded its Model Amendment of Grant of Conservation Easement and Declaration of Covenants to address adding land to an existing conservation easement.
Oftentimes when a change to an easement is desired, it makes sense to both amend and restate the easement document to ensure that the easement is backed by the most modern, effective form and provisions possible. Sometimes, however, a simple, straightforward amendment, as provided for in this model, is the best path forward.
The model complements other WeConservePA guidance related to easement amendments:
- Adding to Land Under Conservation Easement. This guide describes three approaches for adding to land under conservation easement, the most appropriate one determined by the particular circumstances.
- Guide and Model Policy for Conservation Easement Amendment
- Amending and Restating Grants of Conservation Easement: Best Practices to Document Changes
- Amending Grants of Conservation Easement: Legal Considerations for Land TrustsDraft text attached.
