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these uses are ultimately shown in the Development Plan and on the ALD. A separate request justify‐
ing the use of airport property for non‐aviation uses will be required. This study can be a source for
developing that justification.
An environmental determination will also be required. While FAA Order 1050.1E, Environmental Poli‐
cies and Procedures, states that a release of an airport sponsor from federal obligations is normally
categorically excluded and would not normally require an Environmental Assessment (EA), the issu‐
ance of a categorical exclusion is not automatic, and the FAA must determine that no extraordinary
circumstances exist at the airport. Extraordinary circumstances would include a significant environ‐
mental impact to any of the environmental resources governed by federal law. An EA may be required
if there are extraordinary circumstances. The generalized land use alternatives to follow outline areas
on the Airport which could be planned and ultimately developed for non‐aviation related uses.
On‐Airport Land Use Obligations
The Airport has accepted grants for capital improvements from the FAA. As such, the City of Arlington
(airport sponsor) has agreed to certain grant assurances. Grant assurances related to land use assure
that airport property will be reserved for aeronautical purposes. If the airport sponsor wishes to sell
(release) airport land or lease airport land for a non‐aeronautical purpose (land use change), they must
petition the FAA for approval. The ALD and the Airport Property Map must then be updated to reflect
the sale or land use change of the identified property.
Release of Airport Property
A release of airport property would entail the sale of land that is not needed for aeronautical purposes
currently or into the future. The following documentation is required to be submitted to the FAA for
consideration of a land release:
1. What is requested.
2. What agreement(s) with the United States are involved.
3. Why the release, modification, reformation, or amendment is requested.
4. What facts and circumstances justify the request.
5. What requirements of state or local law or ordinance should be provided for in the language of an
FAA‐issued document if the request is consented to or granted.
6. What property or facilities are involved.
7. How the property was acquired or obtained by the airport owner.
8. What is the present condition and what present use is made of any property or facilities involved.
9. What use or disposition will be made of the property or facilities.
10. What is the appraised fair market value of the property or facilities. Appraisals or other evidence
required to establish fair market value.
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