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DESCRIPTION:
This Web-based seminar is designed for Local Public Agency staff who are unfamiliar with Federal requirements when acquiring real property for Federally-assisted projects. Comprised of seven distinct learning modules, this self-paced seminar provides basic information on relevant laws and regulations-- especially the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Uniform Act), as amended. This training provides participants with a working knowledge of the Federal requirements for acquiring real property and relocating displaced persons and businesses when Federal funds are used in any part of the project. OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:- Explain the statutory basis for Federal requirements and relate these to State and local laws, regulations and procedures
- Explain the intent of the Uniform Act and describe what States and LPAs must do to comply
- Describe how a typical project is developed and strategies for enhancing project delivery
- Describe the LPA role in the appraisal process and determine the appropriate valuation format for specific situations
- Describe the sequence for land acquisition and options available to the negotiator
- Explain what relocation advisory services are to be provided to property owners and tenants and differentiate the residential and nonresidential relocation processes
- Summarize various property management activities and evaluate property management actions using specific case studies
TARGET AUDIENCE:
Local Public Agency (LPA) project managers and Right-of-Way (ROW) staff; FHWA, other Federal agency and State staff; and consultants who are unfamiliar with Federal-aid ROW acquisition requirements under the Uniform Act. |
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