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. Draft 10/8/99 <br />used to assist in land acquisition. While too .numerous- to list in <br />entirety. here, .examples of possible programs to assist in land <br />acquisition might. include: <br />- National Conservation Corps - <br />- American Battlefield Protection program <br />National Trails Program /State Trails Program <br />- NC Urban and Community Forestry Grants (limited) <br />- NC DOT Wetland and Stream Restoration <br />NC DOT Transportation. Enhancement Program (acquisition- of <br />scenic vistas or historic sites) - <br />G. Costs Associated with Land Acquisition - <br />What sort of costs are .involved in land acquisitions? While total <br />acquisition costs vary in both .amount and. type, the primary .costs <br />-that would require funding. resources are: <br />- Purchase cost of property/easement <br />- Stewardship cost (long-term) <br />- Appraisal of the property. <br />- Survey of the properly <br />Contract/closing costs for attorneys <br />In addition to these standard costs, in certain cases other types of <br />special assessments of property may be desirable. <br />37 <br />