Real Estate Program

The Department of Natural Resources purchases land to manage and protect natural resources and to provide recreational opportunities to all the people of the state. Through the land acquisition program, wetlands, forests, scenic areas, prairies, savannas, wildlife and fish habitat, rare species habitat, glacial features, and other resources are being protected and managed.

The Real Estate section within the Bureau of Facilities & Lands acquires land through fee title and easements, handles leases, easements, agreements, and permits associated with land ownership, implements the payment in lieu of tax system (PILT), trespass settlements, and other activities aimed at preparing the land for long-term public use.