Your Land

Land stewardship involves everything from pursuing a conservation easement to permanently preserve the open space integrity of your property, to implementing best management practices to protect the environmental resources on your land. You can make a positive impact on every element of your property, and it is important to know this work does not have to be all completed at once. It will change over the years and depend on the season. Part of rural life is dedicating energy to ongoing maintenance, and making choices that hopefully reduce that workload over time, and for the betterment of wildlife and their habitat needs. You can establish a plan to improve the health of your property that is implemented in stages, over months or years, depending on what best suits your needs.

 

Economizing your property can produce primary or supportive income, and there are many viable options that are suitable for the northern Piedmont region. You could explore leasing your land to an established farm professional who needs additional space for his or her livestock or crop production, or you could take the reins yourself to establish your own agricultural business. There are countless opportunities, ranging from small scale horticulture and beekeeping, to elaborate equestrian or livestock enterprises. Whether you are keen on a boutique operation or large-scale production, we have plenty of experts to help get you started.

 

Your land provides the canvas to make your mark on the northern Piedmont landscape, allowing you to enjoy the rewards of living in our beautiful countryside and play a role in preserving this sacred resource. Each decision has an impact on our environment and we hope you will see the value in ensuring that future generations have the same opportunity. There are many factors to consider, and it will take time to establish your plan and bring it to fruition, but we hope our collection of established resources below will help streamline and support your vision.

 

There are several layers to managing your land and it is important to create your own custom plan that addresses two driving forces of rural living: stewardship and economy. Your county’s comprehensive plan and zoning policies will help provide the framework for developing your strategy as they have specific restrictions and allowances depending on the location of your property. You may also be part of certain designated districts which could influence your decisions, and in this section, we will tell you how to access this important information.