Title for all property interests must be searched before making the initial offer. After the need for ED proceedings is determined, update the search for title information affecting the property interest.

If title insurance is involved, and upon the submission of form to the appropriate ROW attorney for review, notify the title company (1) that the property interest will be acquired by ED and (2) that an updated title report is requested. The title company must provide TxDOT with an updated industry-standard title commitment.

Form and updated title information must be included in the submission of the form . The issue date of the commitment must be within 90 days of the date that the ROW attorney receives the submission.