Arizona § 28-7001 - Right-of-way purchase; financing
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 28-7001 — Right-of-way purchase; financing, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28-7001. Right-of-way purchase; financing
A. If the department elects to enter into a contract or agreement for the purchase of right-of-way and in addition to other methods of acquisition prescribed by law, at the discretion of the property owner, the department may enter into a contract or agreement for the purchase of right-of-way utilizing one or more of the following financing methods:
1. Cash to mortgage purchase agreement.
2. Seller financing.
3. Assumption of existing financing.
4. Lease-purchase agreement.
5. Any other term purchase agreement.
B. A contract or agreement authorized by section 28-7000 or this section shall not contain a financing method that would result in the creation of a debt pursuant to article IX, section 5, Constitution of Arizona.
C. The department may negotiate regarding the terms of purchase and enter into a contract with the property owner regarding the financing and terms of purchase. The contract between the department and the property owner regarding financing and the terms of purchase is binding in the event of condemnation.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 28-7001
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 28-7001 cover?
Section 28-7001 ("Right-of-way purchase; financing") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 28-7001?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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