Section 6: Policies on Appraisal and State Acquisition of Improvements (for State and LPA)
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Include all buildings, structures, or other improvements located on right of way parcels in appraisals, whether owned by the landowners or lessees, when determined to be real property under state law.
If TxDOT acquires improvements, they can be removed and disposed of by the use of demolition contracts or taken care of in the construction contract. See Owner Retention of Improvements for information on owner retention of real property improvements.
Alternatively TxDOT (or a LPA) may allow the property owner to retain improvements as part of a negotiated purchase. Make appropriate reductions in the parcel price if the property owner retains improvements.