The main function of this section is the acquisition of all real property that is necessary to construct any capital improvement project or to improve existing facilities (roads, bridges, drainage easements, etc.). Legal descriptions are prepared with the assistance of the survey section.

Title searches are another function of this section. All contacts with property owners dealing with r/o/w is conducted by the right-of-way agents.

Assistance is also provided to the Road Department in securing hold-harmless agreements or any other document that is necessary to allow the road department to complete a job.

Another function of this section is to investigate the numerous right-of-way vacation requests that the Board of Commissioners receive and coordinate the request with the affected utility companies.