Property Impacts

Highways and You

Learn more about the Right of Way process in our Highways & You document.

WHAT IS SCDOT'S RIGHT OF WAY PROCESS?

RIGHT OF WAY FAQS

When will I be contacted about my property?

Right of Way agents began reaching out to individuals with property impacts along the project corridor in summer of 2019 and will continue through 2022. SCDOT has prioritized the acquisition of impacted properties based on the Project Phasing Plan and anticipated construction timelines. If your property is impacted, you will be contacted by a ROW agent to start the process. Learn more in our Highways & You document at https://www.scdot.org/business/pdf/rightofway/HighwaysandYou.pdf.

Will SCDOT help me find new housing?

It is the policy of SCDOT and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) that no person will be displaced by federally assisted projects until comparable replacement housing has been made available. SCDOT’s experienced staff will assist you with our relocation and every situation will be dealt with on an individual basis. Learn more in our Highways & You document at https://www.scdot.org/business/pdf/rightofway/HighwaysandYou.pdf.

How are relocation assistance expenses evaluated and determined?

SCDOT and the right of way agent will determine eligibility and reasonable expense amounts on an individual basis. You can learn more about the variety of relocation assistance options available in our Highways & You document at https://www.scdot.org/business/pdf/rightofway/HighwaysandYou.pdf.

What does SCDOT’s Relocation Assistance Program consist of?

The Relocation Assistance Program consists of relocation advisory services, relocation moving payments and relocation replacement housing payments or rent supplements. Learn more in our Highways & You document at https://www.scdot.org/business/pdf/rightofway/HighwaysandYou.pdf.

If I do not own my home, am I eligible for potential assistance?

Yes, home owners, renters, owners of manufactured homes, business owners, farm owners and nonprofit owners could potentially be eligible for relocation assistance. Learn more in our Highways & You document at https://www.scdot.org/business/pdf/rightofway/HighwaysandYou.pdf.

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