DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION PROCESS
There are a number of steps in the design and construction process for a new or
reconÀgured roadway. Each of these steps requires time and funding, so some
projects can take more or less time than others to be constructed. The diagram
below outlines the general process for a roadway project.
Process Overview
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BEGIN
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Conceptual Design Phase
2
Final Design Phase
~9-15 months
~24-30 months
Results in a recommended
design based on public input and
the issues and needs identiÀed.
A more detailed, Ànal design process
to address any remaining issues and
needs. Requires additional funding.
Right-of-Way Acquisition Phase
~18 months (overlaps with design phase)
Includes a combination of dedicated right-of-way through redevelopment and
right-of-way purchases from individual property owners.
See the “ROW Acquisition Process” board for a detailed description of this phase.
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Construction Phase
~12-15 months per phase
The Ànal construction of the new
roadway may occur in phases, depending
on funding and other constraints.
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It is anticipated that the recommended design for the Prospect Corridor (Prospect
Road and Lake Street) will be adopted as part of the West Central Area Plan. The
Fort Collins City Council will consider the West Central Area Plan for adoption in
spring 2015.
At this time, funding has yet to be secured for Phases 2, 3, and 4 of the design
and construction process.
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RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUISITION PROCESS
When the City of Fort Collins re-designs a roadway, there is often a need to
acquire public access easements or additional public right-of-way from private
properties along the roadway. The City has an established process for working
with property owners to acquire right-of-way, as needed.
Process Overview
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2 Notice of Interest Letter
Site Meetings
between Property
Owners & City Staff
This letter is to ofÀcially
inform you of the property
interests needed by the City,
as discussed in previous
meetings with you.
To discuss project
design and acquisition
needs.
5 City Offer of Fair Market Value
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The City will present you with an
offer in the amount of the fair
market value for the needed
acquisition areas and affected
improvements.
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Negotiations
City staff will work
with you to negotiate
an agreement for the
purchase of the needed
acquisition areas.
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City Appraisal / Value
Estimates
Appraisals and value estimates
are completed for the needed
acquisitions and any affected
property improvements.
Determination of
Fair Market Value
A fair market value is
determined from the
results of the appraisals/
value estimates.
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Closing
Once an agreement has been reached and
any necessary releases obtained (mortgage
liens, taxes, etc.), the City will hold a closing
with a title company and funds will be
disbursed to you for the compensation due.
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Note: If no agreement can be reached, the City
may initiate court proceedings, if necessary.
Questions? Contact:
Lindsay Kuntz, Real Estate Specialist III, City of Fort Collins
(970) 221-6275 / [email protected]
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