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 LAPM Chapter 13: Right of Way

  1. On a Fed-aid project, all right of way activities must be conducted in accordance with the Caltrans Right of Way Manual unless the agency has adopted its own procedures, which Caltrans has approved.
    2. True

    False
  2. The agency must certify that all Uniform Act requirements have been met on a Fed aid project.
    3. True

    False
  3. An agency can receive one of three levels of qualification regarding its ability to perform right of way functions.
    4. True

    False
  4. Local agencies that are not qualified to perform all necessary right of way functions, must hire another agency or a consultant that is suitably qualified in the function they lack.
    5. True

    False
  5. In the acquisition of right of way, an agency using a consultant can delegate the approval of the fair market value appraisal to the consultant.
    6. True

    False
  6. When using Federal funds for right of way costs, the Field Review form and the right of way estimate must be complete, and the environmental document prepared before requesting authorization for right of way.
    7. True

    False
  7. If Federal aid is used for any phase of a project, all right of way activities must conform to Federal requirements.
    8. True

    False
  8. Project authorization obligates the FHWA to reimburse allowable project costs and confirms that funds are available in the amount requested for that project.
    9. True

    False
  9. Only on an exceptional basis can right of way be acquired in advance of environmental clearance.
    10. True

    False
  10. Significant right of way acquisition requires a public hearing for a project with an environmental assessment.
    11. True

    False
  11. Projects involving right of way acquisition should be discussed with the District right of way coordinator in the project development stage.
    12. True

    False
  12. The cost of temporary lodging for residents in the event of night construction work is not a reimbursable cost.
    13. True

    False
  13. Before commencing appraisal activities, a final right of way or appraisal map must be completed.
    14. True

    False
  14. Prior to commencing appraisal work on a parcel, the owner must be notified in writing of the decision to appraise, and given a copy of the agency's acquisition procedures.
    15. True

    False
  15. Fair market value is the highest price that would be agreed to by a seller willing to sell but under no necessity to sell, and a buyer ready, willing and able to buy, but under no necessity to buy, both being knowledgeable of the characteristics of the property in question.
    16. True

    False
  16. Formal review of all appraisals is necessary and must be made by a licensed real estate appraiser.
    17. True

    False
  17. Formal appraisal is required for property estimated to be more than $25,000.
    18. True

    False
  18. The same person should not perform appraisal and acquisition functions for property estimated to be more than $100,000.
    19. True

    False
  19. Complicated appraisals, or those valued at more than $500,000, require dual appraisals.
    20. True

    False
  20. An increase or decrease in property value caused by the planned project can be included in the compensation amount.
    21. True

    False
  21. Condemnation of private property must be preceded by a Resolution of necessity at a public hearing before the agencies governing body.
    22. True

    False
  22. Right of way certification by the local agency is recommended before a project can proceed to construction.
    23. True

    False
  23. A local agency may resolve to give an agency official blanket authority to execute all right of way certifications. A copy of this must accompany each certification.
    24. True

    False
  24. There are four levels of R/W certification available.
    25. True

    False
  25. Certification to level one or two is required prior to award date.
    26. True

    False
  26. Certifications 3 and 3W must be reviewed and approved by Caltrans HQ.
    27. True

    False

 LAPM Chapter 14: Utility Facility

  1. The cost of adjusting or relocating public utilities is eligible for Federal participation only when the relocation is made necessary by the construction of a Federal-aid project, and only when the local agency is obligated to pay for any portion of the relocation.
    2. True

    False
  2. Key elements associated with Federal reimbursement of utility adjustments include which of the following:
    3. Authorization to proceed (E-76)

    Specific authorization to relocate utilities

    Approved utility agreement

    Public Utilities Commission (PUC) concurrence

  3. The E-76 document must include a list of every utility to be adjusted, along with the best available estimate of the total costs involved.
    4. True

    False
  4. Where Federal reimbursement is sought, every utility adjustment must receive a "Specific Authorization To Relocate Utilities" prior to beginning work.
    5. True

    False
  5. A "Special Authorization to Relocate Utilities" is used in instances where an unanticipated utility relocation is encountered.
    6. True

    False
  6. To avoid contractor delays, work can begin on unanticipated utility relocations prior to obtaining a Special Authorization to Relocate Utilities.
    7. True

    False