Right-of-Way Acquisitions
When designing a project, Pierce County determines if it needs to purchase land from people who live along an existing or proposed road. These purchases are called right-of-way acquisitions.
Most right-of-way acquisitions for this extension were done in the 1990s and 2000s. However, additional right-of-way is now needed, as road standards have changed since the original right-of-way plans were developed.
Also, additional right-of-way is needed due to a change in the project length. Canyon Road East was originally going to be extended to 224th Street East. The project limits will now stop at 208th Street East. The turn lanes on 200th Street East and 208th Street East will be longer following that change.
Pierce County is currently working with the affected property owners on these acquisitions. These property owners should contact their assigned Pierce County Right-of-Way Agent if they have any questions about the process.