Another piece of property could join the list of those being preserved in Dartmouth.

At Monday night’s meeting of the Planning Board, the property at 780 Collins Corner Road was discussed, with the board eventually recommending it to the Select Board as one that could be preserved through the efforts Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust.

The 25-acre property, which is currently owned by Dale Zacamy, is in close proximity to both the town-owned Dartmouth Regional Parks and Trails off of Old Fall River Road and the Barzabiel Washburn Reserve off of Collins Corner Road, which is owned by the trust. Because it is designated for agricultural use, it allows for a reduction in taxes in exchange for the town having the right of first refusal when the property goes up for sale.

Initially, Town Planner John Hansen asked that the board not recommend the town to consider purchasing the property because it did not meet “enough of the criteria” normally associated purchasing property, and he said the Conservation Commission recommended the same. But after some discussion with the board, it became clear the the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust may have some interest.

“They’re evaluating the property and looking at it closely,” said Planning Board Chair Joel Avila, adding that he felt that the conservation of the property could contribute to the conservation of the other nearby properties. “There is some interest.”

Hansen said there was a “breakdown in communication” between the parties involved, and had he knew that the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust had interest, he likely would have made a different recommendation.

Members of the board voted unanimously to recommend the site to the Select Board, who ultimately have the final decision on the town side of the potential purchase of the property.

“I would like to recommend to the Select Board that this is a piece of property that has potential,” said board member Joseph Toomey.

“All we’re doing is recommending it,” said board member John Sousa.

According to Avila, there is also the potential for an easement on the nearby property of Laura Bancroft which would allow easy access to the property.

Members of the board referred to the unlikelihood that the town would purchase the property, but said it could pass the right to purchase it to a non-profit such as the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust.

“The town can’t buy this on their own, but (could) in partnership with (outside agencies),” said Sousa. “If they’re interested, we should know about it, and if they’re pursing it, we should be recommending it.”