Chapter 6 - Cross Section Elements

6.10. Right-of-Way Controls

6.10.3.  Special Types of Right-of-Way

Construction Easement

Construction easement is called for on the plans when an area outside the required right-of-way line is needed only during construction of the project. The most common example of this is for construction of a temporary detour road.

A permanent feature should not be placed in a construction easement. The decision to obtain permanent right-of-way or construction easement is made after considering the circumstances of each project.

The property owner is paid a fee during the time the construction easement is needed. Where applicable, the owner is also paid for damages that may be incurred during the construction process such as for removal of trees or shrubbery.

Permanent Drainage Easement

Drainage easement is required when a new lateral outfall ditch is to be constructed beyond the right-of-way or when an existing lateral outfall ditch is to be improved outside of the right-of-way. Drainage easement is obtained when construction of these laterals is critical to proper drainage of the project. As with a construction easement the property owner is paid for use of the drainage easement, and for damages resulting from construction. However, with drainage easement GDOT reserves the right of permanent access to the drainage structure for maintenance purposes.

Control of Access

Limited access is purchased from property owners along major highways such as freeways. No highway access crossing the limited access is allowed and the property owner is compensated for such restrictions. Where limited access is used along a highway, it typically extends down intersecting roadways to enhance traffic flow at the intersection.