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Agricultural Preservation
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Agricultural Preservation
In the county and state programs, a landowner needs at least 50 acres.
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The Harford County Agricultural Land Preservation Program protects productive agricultural land and woodland providing for the continued production of food and fiber. This supports the vital role of agriculture in our economy. Please call 410-638-3235 for more information.Agricultural Preservation
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Agricultural Preservation
A landowner will receive payment for selling their development rights and/or a tax credit.
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Agricultural Preservation
A district is a commitment by the landowner not to develop their land for a minimum of five years and allows for a property owner to be qualified for $50 per acre, up to 50%, whichever is less, off of county real property taxes. Following purchase of development rights from the landowner by the state or the county, the farm is subject to an easement which prohibits development in the future.