Prior to Submitting Eminent Domain Request
If at any time it is verified the landowner is represented by an attorney, all communications must be made to the attorney. TxDOT should request verification of the attorney's status. Verification should be in writing from
the property owner
verifying the attorney represents them. In certain circumstances the attorney may authorize you to communicate with his/her client.
- In the case of a final offer letter you must advise the attorney of the requirement to send this to the landowner - also send a copy to the attorney.
- Send final offer letter (each owner must receive).
- Determine whether a housing supplement is involved and note this in the forwarding the form .
- Submit Eminent Domain Request
- Submit formROW-E-49 Request for ED Proceedings. Refer to checklist.
- Ensure updated appraisal is requested.
- Ensure title update is requested.
- If updated appraisal value increases, mail .