Owning a property with a conservation covenant means you are helping to protect important natural values for current and future generations.
Conservation covenants recognise landowners as active stewards of the land, supporting practical, long‑term management.
Conservation covenant land is eligible for land tax exemption. Further details available on the State Revenue Office Tasmania website.
Contact your council to ask if you are eligible for a council rate reduction.
Your responsibilities
As the covenant holder, you are responsible for managing the covenant area in line with:
the covenant deed (what must and must not occur), and
your Nature Conservation Plan/Operations Plan
Common responsibilities include:
managing threats such as weeds and pest animals.
avoiding activities that damage the protected natural values
maintaining agreed conservation outcomes over time
See Land Management Resources for practical advice.
Management obligations are tailored to your property and are set out in your Nature Conservation Plan.
Activities and approvals
Some activities are allowed, some need approval, and a small number are not allowed at any time.
Many routine activities are already authorised in the Nature Conservation Plan.
If you’re unsure, contact the Program before starting work.
Stewardship and support
The Private Land Conservation Program:
provides advice on stewardship and management.
assesses requests for authorisation
supports adaptive management over time
See Land Management Resources for links to practical advice.
Photo: Private Land Conservation Program