The Right-of-Way Division is responsible for the appraisal and acquisition of land needed for state highway construction and relocation of families and businesses affected.  The Right-of-Way Division reports to the Assistant Chief Engineer of Design.  The Division consists of the Right-of-Way Office and the Utilities Office.  The Headquarters Offices oversee administration of policy and procedures.  The Regional Offices oversee the daily operations.

Utilities Office - is responsible for the coordination of local utility and railroad relocation efforts for highway construction and issuance of utility encroachment permits.

Appraisal Office - is responsible for quality assurance in the process of estimating just compensation for property rights acquired for the construction of transportation facilities.

Acquisition Office - is responsible for the acquisition of real property required for state transportation needs.

Relocation Office - is responsible for the relocation and reestablishment of persons, businesses and farms displaced as a result of State or State aid highway projects and the management of acquired improvements.

Excess Land Office - is responsible for the administration and disposal of right of way for non-highway purposes.

Engineering Office - is responsible for providing engineering and technical advice, support and interpretive assistance as it relates to the interface between roadway design, construction and right of way appraisal and acquisition.