Who gives right-of-way?
Right-of-way is dedicated (given) by the owner, usually for the purpose of road construction. It may also be used for utilities such as water, sewer, gas, power, drainage, telephone and cable. Right-of-way dedication is found in deeds and on plats, however, for it to become public, it must also be accepted by a public agency. Right-of-way may also be acquired through condemnation.
