Residents with property affected by the installation of the I-69 highway between Marion County and Posey County can expect a knock on their door any day now from State representatives trying to acquire their land. According to public documents over 526 parcels of land need to be acquired to install the highway. Before agreeing to any settlement with the State of Indiana make sure that you have the offer reviewed by an experienced eminent domain attorney.

With so much land being taken by the State of Indiana for this project it is probably a good idea to review our landowner Do’s and Don’ts.

DO

  • Ask for copies of the appraisals the government performs on your land.
  • Keep all handouts or materials given to you by the government or the right-of-way agent.
  • Keep any materials given to you by anyone from the government who talks to you about the possible relocation of your home, business, farm, or buildings on your property. Also keep any estimates the government may give you concerning moving expenses and replacement housing.
  • Continue to maintain your property in a normal manner

DO NOT

  • Do not discuss any issue pertaining to the value of your property with anyone without first consulting a lawyer.
  • Do not attempt to value your property without professional advice.
  • Do not provide the government with a copy of any private appraisals performed on your land
  • Do not tell the right-of-way agent your personal opinion, or that of any expert you may know, concerning the value of your land or other property.

If you have any questions about this project or any other eminent domain or condemnation issue please feel free to contact us at 888-318-3761 or on the web at www.severstorey.com.

Phil Sever

Author Phil Sever
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