Restrictive Covenants for the Conservation of Private land: Can, and Should, an Old Dog be Taught a New Trick?

Key Points

• Restrictive covenants may enhance land conservation efforts and protect environmental resources on private land.
• Incorporating modern practices with traditional restrictive covenants could lead to improved land use outcomes for conservation.
• Assessment of existing covenants suggests they can adapt to contemporary land management goals and strategies.
• This highlights the necessity for legal frameworks to evolve, ensuring private land aligns with broader conservation objectives.