Federal Land Management: Land Acquisition Issues Related to Baca Ranch Appraisal

Highlights

Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO reviewed the Baca Ranch owner's appraisal, the Forest Service's appraisal review report, and the Forest Service's market study.

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Topics

Natural Resources and Environment

AppraisalsFair market valueLand managementPrices and pricingReal estate purchasesReal propertyProperty rightsNatural resourcesLand acquisitionReal property acquisition