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White Tract Land Deal Saves Coastal Habitat | Charleston News
Charleston County just approved a landmark land deal to permanently protect over 200 acres of the “White Tract” adjacent to the Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge—once slated for 200 homes, now safeguarded to combat coastal squeeze and preserve vital habitats. With a $17 million investment from the South Carolina Office of Resilience and the Open Space Institute, the land will be transferred to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, ensuring long-term conservation despite a small annual tax loss. This multi-agency effort marks a major victory for the Lowcountry’s natural heritage. Listen in…
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