Another option I was informed of recently is for you to ask the OC for a license. That is, the land always belongs to the OC, but for a period of time, say 5 yrs, only you can use it. Presumably for an annual fee or for something in exchange. Argue that you’ll look after the land, pretty it up etc AT YOUR COST, plus you’ll pay an annual license fee of $5 and in return it’s exclusively yours for 5 years, unless extended.