Tribal Right-of-Way Acquisition Services
Tribal Right-of-Way Acquisition Services
Allotted land presents unique challenges, such as when multiple heirs hold undivided interests, requiring consensus among diverse landowners. At SelectROW, our deep experience and established relationships simplify this complex, time-intensive process to secure ROW grants.
With over 30 years of experience, SelectROW provides specialized tribal right-of-way acquisition services for public utility, government, energy and commercial projects crossing allotted and tribal lands. Our land and right-of-way (ROW) acquisition services keep your project on time and on schedule. We secure timely approvals and minimize regulatory risks.
Who We Are
Success on tribal lands demands trust, cultural awareness and consistency — qualities that define SelectROW. Our team resolves complex allottee consent challenges with efficient, ethical and fully compliant solutions.
SelectROW has successfully negotiated and secured easements, ROWs, leases, licenses and permits from government agencies. We work with major agencies nationwide, such as:
- The Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
- The United States Forest Service (USFS)
- The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)
- The Department of Energy (DOE)
- State Land Offices
- The Department of Defense (DoD)
SelectROW is a recognized leader in tribal right-of-way acquisition. Our decades-long regulatory relationships and national reach have allowed us to work on high-profile projects for telecom companies, gas companies and electrical utilities.
Our Full-Spectrum Land and Right-Of-Way Services
A tribal right-of-way allows a person or group to cross or use tribal land for a specific purpose. Our comprehensive range of services enables the placement of essential infrastructure — fiber optics, renewables, pipelines and more — on tribal lands. We specialize in:
- Settlement of trespass claims for undocumented facilities.
- Right-of-way plan development and consulting.
- Title research.
- Land acquisition.
- Surveying.
- Professional landman services.
- Renewal of right-of-ways and other easements involving existing facilities.
- Negotiation on allotted lands.
We’re committed to stakeholder engagement, overcoming challenges of distance and restrictions to keep your project on track.
How We Deliver Results on Tribal Lands
Our relationship-driven and results-focused process brings structure to often complex tribal right-of-way acquisition situations. We have both hands-on experience and a deep regulatory knowledge to take you from collaboration to completion.
Research and Analysis
We begin with a detailed analysis of land ownership and a review of Title Status Reports and related records to identify all beneficial owners and confirm ownership interests. We assess any probate or title considerations that may impact acquisition strategy to maintain compliance with Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) requirements from day one. We also monitor ownership percentages in real time to ensure alignment with federal requirements and engagement with the right stakeholders.
We identify all potential stakeholders who could be affected by a land-use proposal or project and seek to address their needs respectfully. Our team determines whether the land is tribal trust land, held in trust for a tribe, or allotted trust land with individual owners.
We document and carefully manage all tribal information, engaging officials to understand how projects may affect tribal practices or beliefs. We utilize this information when defining appropriate land management options.
Clear Communication
Our team uses strategic and targeted outreach, communicating with allottees respectfully and proactively by phone, mail or in person. This involves sharing clear information about your project and its benefits and addressing potential challenges before they become problems that impact your deadlines.
We use notifications and meetings to nurture trust and cooperation. At every stage, we ensure compliance with federal standards and manage all aspects of consent documentation.
Our Technology
Easily access the GSuite interface to see live metrics, real-time progress updates and documents as they are signed. You can check project status anytime to make confident decisions about your project.
Our collaboration through completion approach results in a formal package of consents and supporting documentation required for BIA or agency approval. Every step of the way, we protect your project and timeline by acting as the liaison among all stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, tribal representatives, landowners and you.
Our approach leads to reliable regulatory approval, fewer project delays and greater confidence.
What Makes Us Different
What Makes Us Different
We have built a long-term tribal team with extensive experience. This allows us to foster internal collaboration and build community and strong working relationships that benefit your organization.
We also leverage technology. We have developed interactive mapping and data displays for companies and landowners who need accurate tracking for easements.
SelectROW has decades of experience handling complex cases and addressing questions about preservation areas and culturally sensitive lands. We have worked with landowners who were strongly opposed to proposed projects and tribal communities who were divided in their support.
SelectROW Can Acquire Your Tribal Right-of-Way
When securing tribal right-of-way, we focus on the logistics so you can concentrate on your project. Fill out our contact form or call SelectROW’s tribal acquisition experts at 318-591-2049 to protect your timeline and ensure a regulatory-ready ROW outcome.