'Generous' Benefactors Ensure Farmington Parcel Will Remain Pristine

Farmington Land Trust

FARMINGTON, CT — A special donation by a local property owner has ensured that a prominent piece of land in town will remain undisturbed and free from development.

The Farmington Land Trust this month announced the acquisition of 8234 Farmington Ave.

This parcel, encompassing 1.84 acres, is located on the main corridor into town when exiting off Interstate 84 on Route 4.

Appraised at over $280,000, the property was "generously donated" by Stephen and Liz Kendrick on July 18.

"This donation ensures the parcel will remain open space in perpetuity, safeguarding wildlife and leaving a legacy of conservation for future generations," wrote the land trust in a statement recently. "The land's prime location enhances its significance to the community."

Prior to the Kendricks acquiring the property in June 2021, the previous owner had listed the lot for sale as an approved building lot, with access from scenic Mountain Spring Road.

Thanks to the Kendricks' generosity, no additional development will occur on this site, now called the Kendrick Parcel, preserving the wooded land forever, according to the trust.

Evan Cowles, vice president of the Farmington Land Trust and chairperson of the acquisitions committee, thanked the Kendricks for their work with the trust.

“The Farmington Land Trust worked with the Kendricks for several years to make the gift compatible with the Kendricks’ interest in privacy. But they were committed from the start to donating the parcel and persevered with their effort," Cowles said in a statement.

"We are very thankful for their meaningful contribution that will benefit the entire community for all time.”

With this latest acquisition, the Farmington Land Trust now preserves 69 parcels of land, totaling over 300 acres.

For more information and to contribute to the Farmington Land Trust, contact the trust at [email protected].

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