What is an Uneconomic Remnant?

• A. A remainder parcel with an odd shape or small size with little value.
• B. A parcel that is economically valuable and large.
• C. A property designated for public use only.
• D. A parcel that is contiguous to the main property.

Answer: (A)

Uneconomic remnant is the leftover parcel that remains after taking the main tract for a right-of-way and is too small or irregular in shape to have practical value on its own. Because its size or shape prevents meaningful use or development, it isn’t worth acquiring as a separate parcel for the project. In practice, agencies may negotiate to return such a piece to an adjacent owner or dispose of it if possible, but its value to the project is negligible.

This description fits: a remainder parcel with little value due to its small size or odd shape. An economically valuable and large parcel isn’t a remnant. A parcel designated for public use only reflects its intended use, not economic viability. A parcel contiguous to the main property focuses on location rather than whether it holds independent value.