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Right-of-Way Plan Development

Successful projects start with a clear path forward. DLZ develops right of way plans that balance technical accuracy, regulatory requirements, and community context, helping clients move projects from concept to construction with confidence and clarity.

Property owners, agency reviewers, and project teams all need to understand the same thing: exactly where right of way begins and ends, and why. Our work in legal descriptions, boundary establishment, field staking, and GIS documentation creates that shared clarity — reducing disputes, supporting compliance, and giving every stakeholder a reliable foundation for what follows.

Featured Capabilities

Description Preparation

Accurate legal descriptions define property interests clearly and support the preparation of right of way documents such as deeds and related transfer materials. Careful description development helps reduce risk, avoid disputes, and ensure consistency throughout the acquisition process.

Plats/Plans

Plats and right of way plans illustrate the limits of proposed acquisitions and identify potential property impacts. Clear, well-coordinated documentation by DLZ supports agency review, public understanding, and successful project advancement.

Staking

Field staking provides a physical representation of proposed right of way limits. Clearly marking boundaries helps confirm plan accuracy, improve coordination, and support informed discussions with stakeholders and property owners.

Establishing Existing ROW and Property Lines

Understanding existing right of way and property boundaries is essential to accurate planning and acquisition. Establishing these limits helps avoid conflicts, supports compliance, and provides a reliable foundation for design and construction.

GIS Support

GIS support provides spatial data that helps agencies maintain accurate right of way records over time. DLZ’s digital files integrate easily into existing systems, supporting long-term data management, institutional knowledge, and future planning efforts.

Related Work

US 27 – From KY 34 to the Lancaster Bypass

Garrard County

, Kentucky

Indiana State Road 120

Bristol

, Indiana

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