Ecological Laboratory Intensity Standards

This type of operation is for research conducted by public or private universities on private lands where there is generally an agreement between the landowner, the affiliated university, and its researchers.

There must be a minimum of 3 studies conducted by 3 different researchers from a private or public university. Research studies must have commenced and been conducted on the property as of January 1 of the application year and continued throughout the year.

The district requires a map identifying locations on the property where studies are occurring, which must be submitted along with the supplemental Ecological Laboratory form describing the research activities and an expense and funding report. Additionally, all land agreements between the property owner and any university must be signed and dated.