Voluntary Conservation Covenant
A Voluntary Conservation Covenant (VCC) is a legally binding partnership between Council and a landowner. This agreement is registered against the title of a property. Council works together with landowners who enter into VCCs to set goals for the enhancement, protection and management of biodiversity on private properties across Logan City as part of its Conservation Incentives Program (CIP).
The benefits you receive by entering into a Voluntary Conservation Covenant include:
- an annual cash grant of up to $5,000;
- an Environmental Initiatives Charge exemption (appears on your rates notice);
- free incentives package every year (e.g. free plants, nestboxes);
- assistance with land management through information and advice that is specific to your needs, through regular newsletters and technical advice;
- networking opportunities (e.g. events and workshops, annual conservation incentives day etc. with other CIP members); and
- recognition for your land management and conservation efforts.
Who can enter into a Voluntary Conservation Covenant?
- individuals, groups and organisations whose property contains native bushland of significant biodiversity value;
- individuals, groups and organisations whose property compliment neighbouring properties of significant biodiversity value;
- landowners willing to integrate land management practices with existing land uses (e.g. farming, tourism, etc.) so as to enhance, protect and manage significant biodiversity values in Logan City; and
- properties must be a minimum of 1 hectare in size and contain a minimum of 0.5 hectares of retained habitat.
Complete the Voluntary Conservation Covenant (PDF 322 KB) form and return to Council or email council@logan.qld.gov.au your name, address and contact details.
