Other Models

The Model License and Indemnity Agreement formalizes permission granted by a landowner to another party for use of the owner’s land and limits the liability of the owner regarding the party’s use. The model is designed with the assumptions that the land serves a conservation purpose, the owner is a conservation nonprofit, and the other party is an organization whose purpose and intended use of the land are compatible with the property’s conservation status. Four-page model plus five pages of commentary.

This model helps local governments and private sports leagues or other recreational groups establish partnerships for providing recreational facilities and programming on public lands. It helps them define their respective roles and responsibilities so as to avoid misunderstandings.

The Model Permission for Encroachment is a license agreement that allows an encroachment to continue until the owner withdraws permission. The model document also features owner protections from claims pertaining to injury or property damage, a requirement that the encroacher comply with the law, and the termination of any rights the encroacher may have to claim adverse possession.

The risk of being held responsible for injuries or property damage associated with organizing volunteer, educational, recreational, and other events and activities (or opening up property for the same) can be minimized by having those who wish to participate sign a release of liability. The "Model Release of Liability Form" provides nonprofits with a well-designed template and example to work from. The guide "Release of Liability Form" provides commentary for the model.