Methods of Awarding Leases

TxDOT may, in its sole discretion, award a lease by any method it determines to be in its best interest including but not limited to:
  • Direct negotiation with an interested party
  • Sealed bid
  • Auction
RES will analyze identified surplus property that may be leased to determine the most effective method of award. Considerations may be, but are not limited to, value of property, number of abutters, number of interested parties, potential uses, lease term, and market analysis.
Per 23 CFR 710.403 (a) and 23 CFR 710.405(e), FHWA is the approving authority for ROW leases and use agreements on the Interstate. Application should be sent to FHWA together with any recommendation and necessary supplemental information.