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Resident asks city about buying old railroad right-of-way; council outlines survey and utility steps
Summary
A resident seeking to purchase an old railroad strip in front of his property was advised to obtain a survey, prepare a property description and consult local surveyors; staff and engineering said sewer schematics and water access may be limiting factors and recommended follow-up with Jones & DeMille.
EUREKA, Utah — During public comment at the May 27 meeting, resident Corey Burton asked the council what steps were required to purchase a stretch of old railroad right-of-way that borders his property.
"I need to see about purchasing the old railroad right away that runs in front of my property," Burton said, asking for process guidance.
City staff advised that a survey and a clear property description are the usual first steps and that the city must take care to avoid creating landlocked parcels by selling frontage strips without sufficient access. Patricia (city staff) said the city typically requires a survey delineating the frontage and a legal property description; staff would prepare a quitclaim deed and request payment after the description and price are agreed.
Burton asked about local surveyors and was given two recommendations to contact: Ludlow Engineering (noted to be busy) and CIS Professional Land Surveying (CIS), which staff said had previously completed work in the area and sometimes turns projects around faster. Burton confirmed that the city's stated sale rate is $0.30 per square foot and asked for process details; staff confirmed the rate in the meeting.
Burton also raised utility concerns about two lots he recently purchased and asked for sewer and water schematics so his contractor can tie into the system properly. Dan, the Jones & DeMille engineering consultant present, advised that staff would coordinate onsite field reviews and that the sewer lateral and water access locations would factor into the best connection point. Dan and staff pointed out that even if sewer manholes are nearby, water service and adequate fire-flow (a hydrant connection) may require larger mains and could be the limiting factor.
Staff said they would consult with Jones & DeMille and provide guidance on schematic availability and recommended surveyors, and they invited Burton to meet staff after the hearing to follow up.
Ending — Next steps: Staff to provide Burton with contact information for recommended surveyors, confirm the square-foot price and coordinate an engineering field review of sewer and water connections to identify feasible tie-in points and any required water-line upgrades.
