Land Valuation, Conservation Easements, and Highest and Best Use
Land and conservation assignments require careful analysis of the property rights being valued, applicable restrictions, permitted uses, physical characteristics, and market evidence. RHVC provides independent appraisal and consulting for a range of land and conservation-related assignments.
Conservation Easement Valuation
Appraisal of conservation easements and other partial interest restrictions. The analysis addresses the property rights being conveyed, the restrictions imposed, the before and after values where applicable, and the relevant market evidence.
Land Appraisal
Appraisal of undeveloped land, agricultural land, timberland, and other land interests. Assignments consider physical characteristics, legal constraints, access, utilities, and market conditions.
Highest & Best Use of Land
Analysis of legally permissible, physically possible, financially feasible, and maximally productive uses for a land parcel or site. Highest and best use analysis informs development planning, investment decisions, and appraisal conclusions.
Development Potential Analysis
Evaluation of a site's development potential, including entitlement status, physical constraints, market conditions, and alternative use scenarios. Supports investment decisions and development planning.
Before & After Valuation
Valuation of property interests before and after the imposition of a restriction, easement, or other encumbrance, where required by the assignment scope.
Property Rights and Analytical Rigor
Conservation and land assignments vary in scope, property rights involved, and analytical complexity. The property rights being valued, conservation restrictions, permitted uses, market evidence, and assignment requirements all inform the analysis. RHVC does not apply a single methodology to all conservation assignments — each engagement is scoped to the specific property, interests, and intended use.
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