The Balancing Act of Right-of-Way Agents
In the world of utility and renewable energy projects, Right-of-Way (ROW)/Real Estate agents play a vital role: skillfully balancing the interests of utility, landowners, and ratepayers. These agents act as intermediaries, ensuring the progression of projects while respecting the needs of all sides. ROW agents represent utility, renewable energy, and governmental agencies facilitating negotiations and securing land access for vital services. At the same time, they must also advocate for landowners, explaining project implications and ensuring fair compensation. This dual role demands a balanced approach with regard to the client’s priorities, working with landowners, and respecting private property rights.
Right-of-Way agents must walk this balance beam every day, harmonizing competing interests to drive infrastructure projects forward. Their diplomacy, negotiation skills, and empathy make them the perfect mediators, ensuring progress while fostering cooperation among stakeholders in the ever-evolving landscape of infrastructure development.
To learn more about the Steigerwaldt team of real estate and ROW professionals and how our team can support yours, please visit our website at https://steigerwaldt.com/ about/team/right-of-way/
-Keith Frank Jr, Real Estate Agent





