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Author: Patricia L. Pregmon, Esq. and Andrew M. Loza
Org./Source: Pennsylvania Land Trust Association
Year: 2005

Secures long-term access through and to property for the purpose of remediating the effects of abandoned mine drainage.

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WQI_Easement_050715.doc (144.0 KB)
WQI_Easement_050715.pdf (158.0 KB)
WQI_Commentary_050715.doc (254.0 KB)
WQI_Commentary_050715.pdf (548.0 KB)

Item type(s): Model
Topic tags: Model Easements & Other Legal Documents, Stewardship of the Land
Related guides: Model Legal Documents

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