Agricultural land preservation — Yingling farm
Carroll County
Summary
The county preserved another 204-acre farm near Pleasant Valley for $1.495 million, retiring 24 development lot rights. Commissioners also raised concerns that a state law capping valuations at seven lots per parcel has reduced landowner equity in preservation deals.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
$1,495,364.85 from county agricultural preservation funds.
The Yingling family and county residents who value permanent farmland preservation.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of County Commissioners Open Session - Sep 24, 2026
Staff briefed the board on the state's most successful farmland preservation program ahead of decisions on this year's easement applications, which closed August 31.
Board of County Commissioners Open Session - Jul 23, 2026
The county preserved another 204-acre farm near Pleasant Valley for $1.495 million, retiring 24 development lot rights. Commissioners also raised concerns that a state law capping valuations at seven lots per parcel has reduced landowner equity in preservation deals.
Board of County Commissioners Work Session - Jan 15, 2026
Staff gave an informational rundown of the county's farm preservation programs, which preserve more farms and acres than any other county in Maryland. No action was needed — it was a briefing on how the county protects its agricultural landscape and economy.
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