CR Defense & Amendment
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Weston Forest & Trails MA Appeals Court Ruling
Text of the Massachusetts Appeals Court Ruling on Weston Forest and Trails Association vs Beth Ellen Fishman. |
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Weston Forest & Trails Favored by Court
Weston Forest and Trail Association's defense of a conservation restriction established an important precedent for other land trusts. A brief summary of the issues is presented. |
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MEDS Enforcement Policy Guidelines
Enforcement of conservation restrictions (CRs) is a fundamental activity of land trusts and public agencies that hold them. An Enforcement Policy defines the procedures that a CR holder will follow to ensure that apparent violations are promptly and thoroughly investigated, documented, and acted on in an effective manner that will survive legal scrutiny. |
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MEDS Model CR Amendment Guidelines
Because conservation restrictions are an important tool for permanently protecting open space and are intended to be perpetual, holders must be prepared to uphold and enforce these restrictions both in letter and intent. This document presents guidelines to tailoring Amendment Policies to the resources and expertise of an organization. |