How does ATC compensate landowners whose property may be affected by a transmission line?
At this point, it is premature to speculate who may or may not be affected by the proposed project. When the time comes, we must meet certain legal requirements and conditions when negotiating easements for high-voltage power lines. Landowners are compensated based on the fair market value of the property. Ownership of the property remains with the landowner, but the easement conveys to ATC the right to build, maintain and operate the transmission line. During easement negotiations, ATC informs landowners of the length and width of the right-of-way; the number, type and height of all structures to be erected; the minimum height of the transmission lines above the existing ground elevation; and the number of wires and maximum voltage of the lines. Landowners also are compensated for any crop damage or physical damage to the property as a result of construction or maintenance of the line. Post-construction inspections are performed to assure proper restoration. Does a power line affect p
