March 03, 2021

Amy N. Martinez, Transportation Principal Property Agent
Division of Rights of Way
Connecticut Department of Transportation
2800 Berlin Turnpike
PO Box 317546
Newington, CT 06131-7546

Subject: Fair Market Value Exception Request
10 Miry Brook Road, Danbury
ConnDOT File No. 116-84-34A

Dear Ms. Martinez:

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) received your request for an exception to the Federal regulatory requirement to charge fair market value for the use of the right-of-way for non-highway purposes at the Park and Ride Lot located at 10 Miry Brook Road in Danbury, Connecticut.

The FHWA reviewed the information provided and is approving this request in accordance with 23 CFR 710.403. The FHWA determined the establishment and operation of a COVID-19 testing and vaccination site (along with related activities and temporary storage of trailers and necessary equipment) that is offered free of charge to the public is in the overall public interest based on a social benefit in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is responsible for: ensuring this non-highway use will not impair the Park and Ride Lot nor interfere with the free and safe flow of traffic; ensuring that any biohazardous materials will be properly disposed; and adhering to the terms set forth in the license agreement.

If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Janik, FHWA Connecticut Division Realty Officer at (860) 494-7573 or Jennifer.R.Janik@dot.gov

cc:
FHWA: Harlan Miller, Acting Office Director, Office of Real Estate Services
CTDOT: Joseph Giulietti, Commissioner; Scott Hill, Bureau Chief Engineering and Construction;
Christie LaBella, Office of Rights of Way; Terrence J. Obey, Office of Rights of Way