Various Negotiation Projects

Various Clients

OBJECTIVE

HLR negotiates right-of-way for different types of properties such as residential, commercial, and industrial for various clients. Our team has prepared offers and presented to property owners explaining the need for highway improvements. HLR satisfies our clients’ goals and the sellers’ concerns in an effort to avoid condemnation. 

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Some of the parcels we have negotiated are:


Plank Road – Engel Road to Waughon Road, Kane County DOT, Kimley Horn. 

Currently negotiating the acquisition of fee simple and temporary construction easements from 11 residential and agricultural properties in Kane County, for the Kane County Division of Transportation as a subconsultant to Kimley-Horn.


Cicero Avenue – Sidewalk and Lighting Improvements, Village of Crestwood, Farnsworth Group.  

Negotiated the acquisition of a temporary construction easement from one commercial property in Cook County for the Village of Crestwood as a subconsultant to Farnsworth Group.


South McLean Boulevard – Spring Street to South Lancaster, Village of South Elgin. 

Currently negotiating the acquisition of fee simple and temporary construction easements from twenty-seven residential and commercial properties in Kane County.


Prairie Street at Wilson Street – City of Batavia, TranSystems.

Negotiated the acquisition of fee simple, permanent easements and temporary construction easements from ten commercial, residential, and railroad properties in Kane County for the City of Batavia as a subconsultant to TranSystems.


Skokie Valley Trail – Village of Skokie, A Epstein and Sons, Int’l.

Currently negotiating the acquisition of fee simple, permanent easements and temporary construction easements from seven commercial, railroad, and utility properties in Cook County for the Village of Skokie as a subconsultant to Epstein.


Midlothian Turnpike – Central Avenue to Pulaski Road, Farnsworth Group. 

Negotiated the acquisition of fee simple and temporary construction easements from seven industrial and residential properties in Cook County for the Village of Crestwood as a subconsultant to Farnsworth Group.


Indian Boundary Road Over Spring Hole Creek, Strand Associates.

Currently negotiating the acquisition of fee simple, permanent easements and temporary construction easements from three park district and residential properties in Will County for the Village of Plainfield as s subconsultant to Strand Associates.


Cedar Road at Haven Avenue, Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd. (CBBEL). 

Currently negotiating the acquisition of fee simple and temporary construction easements from six residential properties in Will County for the Village of New Lenox as a subconsultant to CBBEL.

Bell Road – 151st Street to Martingale Lane, Will County Division of Transportation (DOT). Currently negotiating the acquisition of fee simple, permanent easements, and temporary construction easements from fourteen commercial, residential, and utility properties in Will County.


Montgomery Road, at Virgil Gilman Trail, Kimley-Horn. 

Negotiated the acquisition of three temporary construction easements from park district property in Kane County for the Kane County Division of Transportation as a subconsultant to Kimley-Horn.


North First Street at Kishwaukee River Trail, City of DeKalb.

Negotiated the acquisition of a permanent easement from one commercial property in DeKalb County. 


Elgin O’Hare Expressway, Franklin-Green, ISTHA. 

Negotiated the acquisition of fee simple and temporary construction easements from ten industrial properties in DuPage and Cook Counties.


County Line Road, Will County DOT. 

Negotiated the acquisition of fee simple from three agricultural properties in Will and Kankakee Counties.


Coombs Road Over DM&E Railroad (now CPRR), Elgin Township Road District. 

Negotiated the acquisition of fee simple, permanent easements, and temporary construction easements from six railroad, commercial, and residential properties in Kane County for the Township of Elgin.


IL Route 19 at Wise Road, IDOT. Negotiated the acquisition of temporary construction easements from seven commercial properties in Cook County.


IL Route 83 at Atkinson Road, IDOT. Negotiated the acquisition of fee simple and temporary construction easements from nine commercial and industrial properties in Lake County.

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS


  • Avoiding condemnation: By acquiring land through negotiation and agreement with property owners, the need for eminent domain or condemnation can be minimized or avoided altogether. This approach ensures a smoother and less contentious process for all parties involved.
  • Client satisfaction: The land acquisition process is conducted with the goal of satisfying the clients' objectives. By understanding and addressing their specific needs, the team can ensure that the acquired land aligns with the clients' goals for highway improvements.
  • Seller's concerns addressed: The team takes the time to listen to the concerns of property owners and address them in the offer. This approach demonstrates a willingness to accommodate the sellers' needs and fosters a more cooperative and mutually beneficial transaction.
  • Enhanced communication: Through the process of preparing offers and presenting them to property owners, effective communication is established. This facilitates a clearer understanding of the project's purpose and benefits, which can lead to greater cooperation and agreement.
  • Highway improvement progress: Successful land acquisition allows for the timely implementation of highway improvements. By proactively engaging with property owners and securing the necessary land, the team can contribute to the progress and completion of highway improvement projects.


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