DAFPD32-90 — Real Property Management

DAFPD32-90 governs Department of the Air Force real property planning, acquisition, management, use, and disposition.

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  • Publication number: DAFPD32-90
  • Title: REAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 2021-04-20

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It defines real property and sets policy for inventory accuracy, mission support, environmental considerations, and asset use. It assigns oversight and planning responsibilities for DAF-controlled real property.

Applies to: This publication applies to all civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, United States Space Force, the Air Force Reserve and the National Guard.

Topics covered

  • Real property acquisition
  • Real property asset management
  • Real property inventory
  • Installation planning
  • Real property disposition
  • Outgrants and multiple uses
  • Environmental restoration

Questions and answers

What does real property include under DAFPD32-90?

Real property encompasses lands, buildings, structures, utility systems, improvements, and appurtenances (permanent attachments) thereto. (paragraph 1)

What must the DAF do before acquiring new real property?

Before acquisition of new DAF real property, the DAF will consider the use of available real property from another military service or federal agency; the exchange of excess federal property for privately-owned land, facilities, or other real property; or the use of state or local land through donation or a lease agreement. (paragraph 1)

How much real property may the DAF acquire for a mission?

The DAF will only acquire the minimal interest and size of real property necessary to ensure and conduct the mission operations for the expected life of the mission. (paragraph 1)

What inventory standard applies to DAF real property?

The DAF will perpetually maintain an accurate audit ready inventory of DAF real property in accordance with Federal Real Property Council, DoD, and DAF instructions. (paragraph 1)

What information must be recorded for DAF real property assets?

The DAF will record fiscal, physical, legal, environmental, and geospatial information on real property assets to which the DAF has a legal interest. (paragraph 1)

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