Navigating the complexities of surface and right of way (ROW) services can be challenging for property owners and developers. At Purple Land Management, we offer comprehensive surface land and right of way services to ensure seamless project execution, from initial routing, to title confirmation, all the way to final landowner agreements. Our team of experts is dedicated to supporting property owners and developers in achieving their project goals efficiently and effectively.

WHAT ARE SURFACE & RIGHT OF WAY SERVICES?

Surface land services encompass various activities related to acquiring land or property rights needed for infrastructure projects such as utility work, transportation, midstream and telecommunications. These services ensure that projects can proceed without legal or logistical hindrances, safeguarding both the project’s integrity and the property owner’s rights.

ROW and Surface Acquisition

Acquiring land for a project involves negotiating with landowners to secure the necessary property rights to enter or utilize their surface. PLM’s team of experts facilitates these negotiations, ensuring fair compensation and addressing any concerns landowners may have. This process is crucial for projects requiring access to private or public land.

Legal Documentation and Agreements

Securing surface rights involves meticulous documentation and legal agreements. PLM handles all aspects of this process, from drafting and reviewing documents to obtaining necessary permissions and signatures. This ensures that all legal requirements are met, and the land rights are clearly established.


PURPLE LAND MANAGEMENT OFFERS A WIDE RANGE OF SURFACE LAND & RIGHT OF WAY SERVICES

Our extensive experience in surface land services ensures that projects are completed efficiently and in compliance with all regulations. Here are the services that PLM specializes in:

Title Confirmation

We conduct thorough investigations of public records to confirm ownership and identify any potential legal issues, providing a clear path for development.

Database Project Management Systems

We utilize advanced project management systems to efficiently manage project data, ensuring organized and effective project tracking.

Route Selection & GIS Mapping Support

Our experts determine the most efficient and viable potential routes for your project, considering environmental, logistical, and regulatory factors. With our precise GIS and mapping services, we provide accurate data to ensure informed decision-making and efficient project execution.

Records Management

We maintain records of all project-related documents and activities, for transparency and accessibility.

Cost Estimates

Our team provides accurate cost estimates for project planning and budgeting, helping you manage your resources effectively.

Project Management

Our project management services coordinate and oversee all aspects of your project, ensuring timely and successful completion within the agreed-upon budget.

Condemnation Support

We provide legal and logistical support during the condemnation process, ensuring fair treatment and compensation for property owners.

Right of Entries

We secure temporary access rights to properties for survey, inspection, or construction purposes, facilitating necessary pre-construction activities.

Documentation Preparation

Our team creates and organizes all necessary project documentation, ensuring legal compliance and county requirements for filing.

CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM FOR A SURFACE LAND SERVICES CONSULTATION

Purple Land Management offers comprehensive Surface Land services to support your project from start to finish, ensuring smooth execution and regulatory compliance. Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist with your surface needs.

Surface Land Services Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • A right-of-way is a specific type of easement that grants the right to pass through someone else's land, typically for transportation routes like roads or utility lines. In contrast, an easement is a broader term that allows for specific uses of another person's property, such as laying utility lines or accessing a landlocked parcel. While right-of-way focuses on passage and transport, easements can cover various other purposes and do not necessarily involve the right to travel across the land.

  • Our team identifies surface owners through tax records, county appraisal district, as well as chaining out titles from patent to present, to ensure the correct person is executing the agreements, and being paid.

  • PLM is the largest land brokerage in the country, with hundreds of landmen spread out throughout the lower 48. With our broad network, we’re able to staff projects with local landmen who understand the local customs and sentiments when dealing with landowners. 


  • Through our Overdrive platform, our clients have a real-time view as to where we are on every project we work on. We are also focused on continuous communication to ensure all the on goings of the project are up to the client’s standard, and also that we are working in the most efficient manner possible.

  • At Purple, there is no project too big or too small for us to work on. Whether you need 1 person to knock on a landowner’s door or 200 miles of ROW, we manage all our projects with the same pride and attentiveness to ensure success and a long-lasting relationship with our clients.