Land Conservation

Over 73,000 private acres are conserved in Albemarle, about 16% of the county, protecting one of America's most historic rural landscapes.

Supervisors Hear Alternatives for Funding ACE Program

One of the County’s land conservation tools is the Acquisition of Conversation Easements (ACE) program, where funds from the County’s general fund are used to purchase conservation easements.

Protected Lands in Albemarle County

This map shows the over 73,000 acres of privately protected land in Albemarle County as well as publicly protected lands.

Nearly 6,900 Acres Conserved in Albemarle County in 2007

6,889 acres were preserved in 2007, bringing the grand total to more than 73,000 acres of privately conserved land.

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