Scenic View Protection

This web page discusses the role of scenic conservation easements in protecting scenic resources. Scenic easements can be combined with additional preservation goals to create mixed-purpose easement. Additionally, it identifies approaches used by federal, state, local, and non-governmental organizations to protect scenic views, including regulatory tools like zoning overlay districts and nonregulatory tools like land acquisition. Additional pages discuss topics like strategies for protecting scenic views, scenic easement case studies, a sample visual assessment, and information on scenic landscapes and wind energy.