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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
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Title 32 - National Defense |
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Subtitle A - Department of Defense |
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Chapter V - Department of the Army |
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SubChapter J - Real Property |
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Part 644 - Real Estate Handbook |
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Subpart A - Project Planning |
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Military (Army and Air Force) and Other Federal Agencies |
§ 644.29 - Authority to proceed with acquisition.
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§ 644.29 Authority to proceed with acquisition.
(a) Upon receipt of the formal Real Estate Directive by the Chief of Engineers, with necessary clearances made and an allotment of funds to the District Engineer, the Division Engineer will be authorized to proceed with acquisition in accordance with the directive and the procedures outlined in subpart C and Pub. L. 91-646 instructions. Where authority has been delegated, the Division or District Engineer may proceed with the acquisition upon receipt of proper directive, any necessary clearances, and allotment of funds.
(b) Under no circumstances will offers be made to landowners or construction initiated prior to the issuance of instructions from the Chief of Engineers to proceed with the acquisition.
(c) The Division or District Engineer will maintain liaison with the local commander and advise him when possession of the land is available.