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Apply for a Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity (LAND) Grant

Municipal conservation and agricultural commissions from communities with an up-to-date Open Space and Recreation Plans can apply for a LAND grant to acquire interests in land that will be used for conservation and passive recreation purposes.

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The Details of Apply for a Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity (LAND) Grant

What you need for Apply for a Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity (LAND) Grant

  • Appraisal reports
  • Application authorization signed by authorized officials
  • Town meeting or city council vote
  • Project description and maps
  • Draft Conservation Restriction (if applicable)
  • Project reviews from Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program and Massachusetts Historical Commission
  • The grant bid form and application available on this page contain detailed instructions. Please refer to it for more information.

How to apply Apply for a Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity (LAND) Grant

Applications must be submitted using the online application form found here and mail one original application to the address below.

Vanessa Farny – Division of Conservation Services
Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
100 Cambridge Street – Suite 900
Boston, MA 02114

Applications must be received by Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 3:00 pm.

More info for Apply for a Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity (LAND) Grant

Learn about the details of this grant program and the types of projects it supports. Find out if your municipality is eligible to apply for the grant.

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Address
100 Cambridge St, Suite 900, Boston, MA 02114

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