Instructions and Guidelines

Program Description

AEPP Application:

• Notice:  Only applications submitted via the web will be considered for the Funding Round.

• The Steps below are for viewing and printing only and cannot be submitted via the web.

• Contact your local sponsor if you are interested in submitting your farm.

Create Local Sponsor Account

Create Soil & Water Conservation District Account

Part 1:  Background Information

Step 01:  Landowner - Create Farm ID

Step 02:  Local Sponsor

Step 03:  Eligibility

Step 04:  Condition of Use

Step 05:  Ownership

Step 06:  Title Holder(s)

Step 07:  Applicant Farm Address

Step 08:  County Auditors Records

Step 09:  Farmland Usage

Step 10:  Financials

Step 11:  Restrictions

Part 2:  Tier One (Maximum Points = 100)

Step 12:  Protected Areas

Step 13:  Development Pressure

Step 14:  Other Factors

Step 15:  Local Comprehensive Plan

Step 16:  Conservation Plan

Step 17:  Soil Type & Productivity Worksheet (This portion is completed by your SWCD or NRCS Representative.)

Step 18:  Tier One Scoring

Part 3:  Tier Two (Maximum Points = 50)

Step 19:  Narratives

Part 4:  Authorization

Step 20:  Signature Certification (This portion is completed by your SWCD or NRCS Representative.)