Federal Land Acquisition Process Georgia Airports Association March 14, 2014 Presented By Carla Sands Acting Program Manager, Aviation Programs

WHY? Approximately 10 contracts per year, $3.8M in FY2014 Airport growth and expansion Obstruction removal Land use compatibility Major focus on obstruction removal Improve approach procedures and minimums Meet state licensing standards Recent aircraft crash

Scoping Considerations Identify Parcels Survey information Approach penetration information Fee simple vs Easement Parcels listed for acquisition on your ALP – Exhibit “A” NEPA Review CATEX or EA

Land Acquisition Services Title Search – Clean Title Property Survey Investigation of Hazardous Materials – “Phase I” Relocation Program Appraisal Review Appraisal – set Fair Market Value “FMV” Offer to Purchase must be in writing, offer FMV, owner allowed at least 30 days for response Negotiations – must be documented Acceptance of Offer – move to closing Condemnation

Performing Services Self Perform sponsor employee’s perform services – must be qualified no procurement requirements no GDOT prequalification requirements Consultant Perform must be GDOT prequalified services must be procured based on qualifications non-competitive procedures for contracts less than $10,000

Going to Contract Services typically performed in Phase I contract or locally “fronted” Accepted offer, in writing, required to initiate contract Federal and state funds can be provided immediately prior to closing Update Exhibit “A” Property Map

Sponsor Certification/Checklist

Resources 17/150_5100_17_chg6.pdf Land Acquisition Advisory Circular GDOT Prequalification Listing for Right of Way Services AIP Handbook – Land Acquisition Sponsor Certification – See Appendix 25

Questions? Visit us dot.ga.gov/aviation