Virginia Law

Chapter 151. Land Use Permit Regulations

Part I
Definitions

24VAC30-151-10. Definitions.

The following words and terms when used in this chapter shall have the following meanings unless the context indicates otherwise:

"Backfill" means replacement of suitable material compacted as specified around and over a pipe, conduit, casing, or gallery.

"Boring" means a method of installation that is done underground and by which a carrier or casing is jacked through an oversize bore. The bore is carved progressively ahead of the leading edge of the advancing pipe as soil is forced back through the pipe. Directional drilling, coring, jacking, and other similar trenchless digging methods are also considered boring.

"Carrier" means a pipe directly enclosing a transmitted liquid or gas.

"Casing" means a larger pipe enclosing a carrier.

"Central office permit manager" means the VDOT employee assigned to provide management, oversight, and technical support for the VDOT land use permit program.

"Chief Engineer" means the VDOT employee in overall supervision of engineering functions for VDOT or that employee's designee.

"Clear zone" means the total border area of a roadway, including any parking lanes or planting strips, that is sufficiently wide for an errant vehicle to avoid a serious accident.

"Commercial entrance" means any entrance other than a private entrance.

"Commissioner of Highways" means the individual serving as the chief executive officer of the Virginia Department of Transportation or a designee.

"Conduit" means an enclosed tubular runway for carrying wires, cable, or fiber optics.

"Cover" means the depth of the top of a pipe, conduit, or casing below the grade of the roadway, ditch, or natural ground.

"Crossing" means any utility facility that is installed across the roadway, either perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the roadways or at a skew of no less than 60 degrees to the roadway centerline.

"District administrator" means the VDOT employee assigned the overall supervision of the departmental operations for one of VDOT's construction and maintenance districts.

"District administrator's designee" means the VDOT employee assigned by the district administrator to supervise land use permit activities.

"District roadside manager" means the VDOT employee assigned to provide management, oversight, and technical support for districtwide vegetation program activities.

"Drain" means an appurtenance to discharge liquid contaminants from casings.

"Encasement" means a structural element surrounding a pipe.

"Erosion and sediment control" means the control of soil erosion or the transport of sediments caused by the natural forces of wind or water.

"Grounded" means connected to earth or to some extended conducting body that serves instead of the earth, whether the connection is intentional or accidental.

"Highway," "street," or "road" means a public way for purposes of vehicular travel, including the entire area within the right-of-way.

"Limited access highway" means a highway especially designed for through traffic, over which abutters have no easement or right of light, air, or access by reason of the fact that their property abuts upon such limited access highway.

"Longitudinal installations" means any utility facility that is installed parallel to the centerline of the roadway or at a skew of less than 60 degrees to the roadway centerline.

"Median" means the portion of a divided highway that separates opposing traffic flows.

"Non-betterment cost" means the cost to relocate an existing facility as is with no improvements.

"Permit" means a document that, in conjunction with the laws of the Commonwealth, sets the requirements, terms, and conditions under which VDOT allows a right-of-way to be used or changed by a permittee.

"Permit agreement" means an agreement supplementary to a permit that sets out additional conditions for the enjoyment of the permit that have been agreed to by the permittee and VDOT.

"Permittee" means the person, firm, corporation, entity, or government entity that has been issued a permit.

"Pipe" means a tubular product or hollow cylinder made for conveying materials.

"Pole line" means poles or a series or line of supporting structures, such as towers, cross arms, guy wires, racks (conductors), ground wires, insulators, and other materials assembled and in place for the purpose of transmitting or distributing electric power or communication, signaling, and control. It includes appurtenances such as transformers, fuses, switches, grounds, regulators, instrument transformers, meters, equipment platforms, and other devices supported by poles.

"Pressure" means relative internal pressure in pounds per square inch gauge (psig).

"Private entrance" means an entrance that serves up to two private residences and is used for the exclusive benefit of the occupants of those residences or an entrance that allows agricultural operations to obtain access to fields or an entrance to civil or communication infrastructure facilities that generate 10 or fewer trips per day, such as cell towers, pump stations, and stormwater management basins.

"Professional engineer" means a person who is qualified to practice engineering by reason of special knowledge and use of mathematical, physical, and engineering sciences and the principles and methods of engineering analysis and design acquired by engineering education and experience, and whose competence has been attested by the Virginia Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, Certified Interior Designers and Landscape Architects through licensure as a professional engineer.

"Relocate" means to move or reestablish existing facilities.

"Right-of-way" means that property within the system of state highways that is open or may be opened for public travel or use or both in the Commonwealth. This definition includes those rights-of-way in which the Commonwealth has a prescriptive easement for maintenance and public travel. The property within a right-of-way includes the travel way and associated boundary lines and the area in between, the subsurface below and air above the property, parking and recreation areas, rest and service areas, and other permanent easements for a specific purpose appurtenant to the right-of-way.

"Roadside" means the area adjoining the outer edge of the roadway. The median of a divided highway may also be considered a "roadside."

"Roadway" means the portion of a highway, including shoulders, for vehicular use. A divided highway has two or more roadways.

"Service connections" means any utility facility installed overhead or underground between a distribution main, pipelines, conduits, lines, wires, or other sources of supply and the premises of the individual customer.

"Shared resource agreement" means an agreement or permit allowing one or more utilities to occupy the limited access right-of-way consistent with the requirements of 24VAC30-151-30 and 24VAC30-151-740.

"Site plan" means the engineered or surveyed drawings depicting proposed development of land.

"Storm sewer" means the system containing and conveying roadway drainage.

"Stormwater management" means the engineering practices and principles used to intercept stormwater runoff, remove pollutants, and slowly release the runoff into natural channels to prevent downstream flooding.

"Structure" means that portion of the transportation facility that spans space, supports the roadway, or retains soil. This definition includes bridges, tunnels, drainage structures, retaining walls, sound walls, signs, and traffic signals.

"System of state highways" means all highways, streets, and roads under the ownership, control, or jurisdiction of VDOT, including the primary, secondary, and interstate systems.

"Telecommunication service" means the offering of telecommunications for a fee directly to the public or to privately owned, investor-owned, or cooperatively owned entities.

"Transportation project" means a project in development or under construction to provide a new public transportation facility or to improve or maintain the existing system of state highways.

"Traveled way" means the portion of the roadway for the movement of vehicles, exclusive of shoulders and auxiliary lanes.

"Trenched" means installed in a narrow, open excavation.

"Underground utility facilities" means any item of public or private property placed below ground or submerged for use by the utility.

"Utility" means a privately, publicly, or cooperatively owned line, facility, or system for producing, transmitting, or distributing telecommunications, cable television, broadband, electricity, gas, oil, petroleum products, water, steam, stormwater not connected with highway drainage, or any other similar commodity, including any fire or police signal system.

"VDOT" means the Virginia Department of Transportation.

"Vent" means an appurtenance to discharge gaseous contaminants from a casing or carrier pipe.

"Wetlands" means those areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or groundwater at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions. Wetlands generally include swamps, marshes, bogs, and similar areas.

"Wireless support structure agreement" means a permit agreement, a shared resource agreement, or a permit complying with the requirements of Chapter 15.1 (§ 56-484.26 et seq.) of Title 56 of the Code of Virginia concerning the construction of wireless support structures, communication pedestals, nodes, and amplifiers.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

Part II
Authority

24VAC30-151-20. Authority.

The General Rules and Regulations of the Commonwealth Transportation Board (24VAC30-21) are adopted pursuant to the authority of §§ 2.2-1151.1, 33.2-118, 33.2-210, 33.2-240, 33.2-241, 33.2-245, 33.2-266, 33.2-338, 33.2-357, 56-458, 56-460, 56-484.28, 56-484.30, 56-484.31, and 56-484.32 of the Code of Virginia, and in accordance with the Virginia Administrative Process Act (Chapter 40 (§ 2.2-4000 et seq.) of Title 2.2 of the Code of Virginia). These rules and regulations provide that no work or nontransportation uses of any nature shall be allowed or performed on the system of state highways or any right-of-way or real property under the ownership, control, or jurisdiction of VDOT until written permission has been obtained from VDOT. Real property includes right-of-way and the system of state highways. Written permission is granted either by permit pursuant to this chapter or a state-authorized contract let by VDOT or the Commonwealth Transportation Board. A permit grants the permittee only those rights set forth in the permit and only to the extent of whatever rights VDOT has in the right-of-way. The permittee is responsible for obtaining permission from others who may also have an interest in the property or right-of-way and for satisfying all other applicable legal requirements, whether federal, state, or local. Employees of VDOT are authorized to issue permits only as described in this chapter. This chapter prescribes the specific requirements of such permits.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 7, eff. December 31, 2014; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-30.  Types of permits and permit agreements.

A. Single use permits. A single use permit allows the permittee to perform specific activities within limited access or nonlimited access right-of-way or VDOT property at a specific location that are not otherwise covered by a districtwide permit held by the permittee.

The district administrator's designee shall be responsible for the issuance of all single use permits, except that requests for a permit for tree trimming and tree removal may be issued by the district roadside manager in consultation with the district administrator's designee. The size of the specific location covered by a single use permit shall be at the discretion of the district administrator's designee. The permit issued for the original installation of facilities also allows the permittee to repair or perform routine maintenance operations to those facilities after installation. A single use permit shall be obtained prior to the undertaking of the following actions, even if the activities being conducted may be allowed under a districtwide permit:

1. Stopping or impeding highway travel in excess of 15 minutes or implementing traffic control that varies from the standard, or any combination of these, as outlined in the Standards for Use of Traffic Control Devices to Classify, Designate, Regulate, and Mark State Highways (24VAC30-315).

2. Performing work within limited access right-of-way.

3. Trimming or cutting any trees located within the right-of-way.

4. Applying any pesticide or landscaping within the right-of-way.

5. Construction of a permanent entrance to a highway.

6. Cutting or disturbing highway pavement, shoulders, or ditches.

7. Installing electrical lines that exceed 34.5 kV.

8. Installing telecommunication services that exceed 100-pair copper cable or the fiber-optic cable diameter equivalent.

9. Making permanent upgrades to an existing entrance. Temporary improvements to an existing entrance that will be removed upon the completion of the permitted activity will not require a separate single use permit.

10. Grading within the right-of-way beyond the immediate area of a temporary entrance.

B. Districtwide permits. A districtwide permit allows the permittee to perform multiple occurrences of certain activities on nonlimited access right-of-way without obtaining a single use permit for each occurrence. The central office permit manager shall be responsible for the issuance of all districtwide permits. VDOT may authorize districtwide permits covering multiple districts (see 24VAC30-151-710).

1. Utility service connections. Districtwide permits may be issued granting cities, towns, counties, public agencies, or utility providers the authority to install and maintain service connections to existing main line facilities. Work under a districtwide permit will allow the permittee to install a service connection across a nonlimited access primary or secondary highway above ground or below ground, provided the installation can be made from the side of the roadway without impeding travel for more than 15 minutes to pull or drop a service line across a highway and provided that no part of the roadway pavement, shoulders, or ditch lines will be disturbed. The installation of longitudinal utility service connections, not to exceed 500 feet in length, may be accomplished under a districtwide permit upon satisfaction of the following conditions: (i) the service connection shall be placed along the outer edge of the right-of-way, (ii) the service connection shall have a minimum of 36 inches of cover, and (iii) an as-built plan of such longitudinal installation shall be provided to the district administrator's designee. Notwithstanding the provisions of this subdivision, broadband, telecommunications , and cable television service connections may be placed with a minimum of 18 inches of cover, provided the permittee accepts and assumes full responsibility and liability for all damages caused by VDOT, VDOT contractors, or third parties disturbing a service connection buried with less than 30 inches of cover within the right-of-way. A districtwide permit allows for the overlashing of telecommunication lines onto existing lines or strands, unless such overlashing activities trigger the requirements for utilizing a single use permit.

2. Temporary logging entrances. Districtwide permits may be issued for the installation, maintenance, and removal of temporary entrances onto nonlimited access primary and secondary highways for the purpose of harvesting timber. The permittee shall contact the appropriate district administrator's designee (i) prior to installing a new logging entrance or initiating the use of an existing entrance for logging access and (ii) for final inspection upon completion of logging activities and closure of the temporary entrance. The permittee shall remove excessive mud and any debris that constitutes a hazardous condition from the highway at the permittee's sole cost upon a request from the district administrator's designee.

3. Surveying. Districtwide permits may be issued for surveying operations on nonlimited access primary and secondary highways if such activity does not involve (i) tree trimming or cutting within the right-of-way; (ii) the installation of pins, stakes, or other survey markers that may interfere with mowing operations or other maintenance activities within the right-of-way; or (iii) the parking of vehicles so as to create a traffic hazard. Parking on the traveled way is strictly prohibited.

C. In-place permits. In-place permits allow utilities to remain within the right-of-way of newly constructed secondary streets. These utilities shall be installed according to VDOT-approved street plans and shall be in place prior to VDOT street acceptance.

D. Prior-rights permits. Prior-rights permits allow utilities with existing facilities within the right-of-way to remain in place as long as those facilities are not in conflict with a transportation project or other use of the right-of-way by the public or the Commonwealth.

E. As-built permits. Utility facilities required to be relocated within a right-of-way due to a conflict with a transportation project or other use of the right-of-way by the public or the Commonwealth may be issued an as-built permit upon completion of the project and the mutual agreement between VDOT and the utility for such relocation.

F. Agreements. In addition to obtaining a single use permit, a utility may be required to enter an agreement with VDOT allowing the utility to use the limited access right-of-way in exchange for monetary compensation, the mutually agreeable exchange of goods or services, or both.

1. An agreement is required for:

a. Any new longitudinal occupancy of the limited access right-of-way or median where none have existed before, as allowed for in 24VAC30-151-300 and 24VAC30-151-310.

b. Any occupancy of a VDOT-owned wireless support structure.

All agreements shall specify the terms and conditions required in conjunction with work performed within the right-of-way. Agreements shall provide for the payment of monetary compensation in the amount deemed appropriate by the Commissioner of Highways.

2. Consistent with the requirements of 24VAC30-151-740, a shared resource agreement allows one or more utilities to occupy the limited access right-of-way in exchange for each such utility providing a combination of goods, facilities, services, or monetary compensation to VDOT. The Commissioner of Highways and each such utility will agree upon the appropriate goods, facilities, or services to be provided, the length of the term, and compensation through the provision of a particular service, facility, or monetary compensation, or a combination thereof. Any shared resource agreement shall also provide for compensation as may be deemed appropriate by the Commissioner of Highways in any renewal term. The shared resource agreement shall specify the initial and renewal terms of the lease.

G. Notwithstanding the provisions of this section, no permit shall be required for placement of mailboxes and newspaper boxes in accordance with 24VAC-30-151-560 and placement of certain signs in accordance with 24VAC-30-151-570.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-40. General rules, regulations, and requirements.

A. A permit is valid only on right-of-way under VDOT's jurisdiction and on VDOT-owned property. County and city permits must be secured for work on roads and streets under the county or city jurisdictions. A permit covers the actual performance of work within right-of-way and the subsequent maintenance, adjustments, or removal of the work as approved by the central office permit manager or the district administrator's designee. The Chief Engineer shall approve all activities within limited access right-of-way prior to permit issuance. A permit must be obtained by the owner of the facility to be used or located within right-of-way or VDOT-owned property or the adjacent property owner in the case of entrance permits. A permit may be issued jointly to the owner and contractor if the contractor is the owner's authorized agent. The permittee and the permit's contractors and agents shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and requirements. The terms of every permit include and incorporate by reference this chapter as well as all federal, state, and local requirements applicable to a permittee's activities under the permit.

B. Application shall be made for a districtwide permit through the central office permit manager and for single use permits through the district administrator's designee responsible for the county where the work is to be performed. The applicant shall submit site plans or sketches for proposed installations within the right-of-way to VDOT for review, with studies necessary for approval. VDOT may require electronic submission of these documents. Applicants are encouraged to submit work of a continuous nature along one route, or connected routes within one jurisdiction, into one permit application regardless of length. The applicant shall also submit any required certifications for staff performing or supervising the work, and certification that applicable stormwater management requirements are being met. The plans shall include the ultimate development and also any applicable engineering design requirements. VDOT retains the authority to deny an application for or revoke a land use permit to ensure the safety, use, or maintenance of the highway right-of-way, or in cases where a law has been violated relative to the permitted activity.

C. The permittee shall comply with the terms of the permit. The permittee shall construct and use each facility proposed to be used or installed pursuant to a permit exactly as shown on the approved permit application, including:

1. Showing distances from edge of pavement, existing and proposed right-of-way lines, depths below existing and proposed grades, depths below ditch line or underground drainage structures, or other features.

2. Showing any existing utilities within close proximity of the applicant's proposed work or use.

3. Showing the location of poles, guy wires, pedestals, relief valves, vent pipes, and other equipment or structures.

4. Showing the height of wires or cables above the crown of the roadway.

D. In the event of an emergency situation that requires immediate action to protect persons or property, work may proceed within the right-of-way without authorization from the district administrator's designee; however, the permittee must contact the VDOT Emergency Operations Center as soon as reasonably possible but no later than 48 hours after the end of the emergency situation.

E. The permit is not valid unless signed by the central office permit manager or the district administrator's designee.

F. The permittee shall secure and maintain commercial general liability insurance to protect against liability for personal injury and property damage in connection with all activities undertaken under a permit. Comprehensive general liability insurance with limits of at least $1 million per occurrence and $5 million aggregate or in amounts otherwise required by VDOT as stated in the permit shall be maintained at all times. Insurance must be obtained prior to start of permitted work and shall remain valid through the permit completion date. The central office permit manager or the district administrator's designee may require a valid certificate of insurance or policy documents from the issuing insurance agent or agency prior to issuing a permit.

G. The permittee assumes full responsibility for all damages caused by facilities installed or uses undertaken under a permit. The permittee must make every effort to install facilities in a manner to preclude the possibility of damage.

H. The permittee is responsible for the continued maintenance of facilities placed within a right-of-way.

I. VDOT and the Commonwealth shall be absolved from all responsibilities, damages, and liabilities associated with granting the permit and the permittee's activities in the right-of-way, including activities performed by the permittee's contractors or agents. All facilities shall be placed and maintained in a manner to preclude the possibility of damage to VDOT-owned facilities or other facilities placed within the right-of-way by permit. A permittee shall indemnify and hold harmless the Commonwealth, the Commonwealth Transportation Board, the Commissioner of Highways, VDOT, and the consultants, representatives, agents, and employees of those agencies from and against any and all claims, causes of action, losses, costs, attorney fees, expenses, and damages that directly or indirectly result from or arise out of the permittee's activities or violations in the right-of-way; from any of the permittee's contractors, subcontractors, consultants, representatives, agents, or employees; or from anyone for whom acts or violations the permittee is or may be liable. A permittee shall be civilly liable to the Commonwealth for all actual damage caused by a violation of the terms of a permit or this chapter.

J. A copy of the permit and approved site plans or sketches shall be maintained at every job site and such items made readily available for inspection when requested by VDOT or any authorized personnel. Strict adherence to the permit is required at all times. Any activity other than that described in the permit shall render the permit null and void. Any changes to the permit shall be coordinated and approved by the district administrator's designee prior to construction.

K. For permit work within the limits of a transportation project, the applicant must obtain the consent of the project's general contractor in writing before the permit will be issued. The permittee shall coordinate with VDOT and the project's general contractor and schedule all work within the limits of a transportation project to avoid conflicts with work of the transportation project.

L. All activity associated with the permit shall be in accordance with all federal, state, and local requirements and all applicable VDOT requirements, standards, and specifications and as otherwise required by the terms of the permit.

M. Disturbances within the right-of-way shall be kept to a minimum during permitted activities. Permit applications for proposed disturbances within the right-of-way that include disturbance on property directly adjacent to the right-of-way, in which the combined area of disturbance constitutes a land-disturbing activity as defined in § 62.1-44.15:24 of the Code of Virginia and the Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Program (Part II (9VAC25-875-40 et seq.) of 9VAC25-875), must be accompanied by documented approval of erosion and sediment control plans and stormwater management plans for the activity, as applicable, from the corresponding jurisdictional local or state government plan approving authority.

N. Restoration shall be made in accordance with VDOT standards and specifications as set forth in the terms of the permit and Part II of 9VAC25-875.

Additionally, the permittee shall:

1. Ensure compliance with the Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Program (Part III (9VAC25-875-210 et seq.) of 9VAC25-875).

2. Ensure copies of approved erosion and sediment control plans, stormwater management plans, if applicable, and all related non-VDOT issued permits are available for review and posted at every job site at all times.

3. Take all necessary precautions to ensure against siltation of adjacent properties, streams, or other bodies of water in accordance with VDOT's policies and standards as specified in the terms of the permit and any applicable laws or regulations enforced by the State Water Control Board.

4. Keep dusty conditions to a minimum by using VDOT-approved methods.

5. Cut pavement only as approved by the district administrator's designee. Pavement cuts, restoration, and compaction efforts, to include all materials, shall be accomplished in accordance with VDOT specifications as set forth in the terms of the permit.

6. Ensure that an individual certified by VDOT in erosion and sediment control is present whenever any land-disturbing activity under the permit is performed. All land disturbance activities performed under a permit shall be in accordance with all local, state, and federal requirements. The installation of underground facilities by a boring method shall only be deemed as a land-disturbing activity at the entrance and exit of the bore hole and not the entire length of the installation.

7. Stabilize all disturbed areas immediately upon the end of each day's work and reseed in accordance with VDOT specifications as set forth in the terms of the permit. Temporary erosion and sediment control measures shall be installed in areas not ready for permanent stabilization.

8. Ensure that no debris, mud, water, or other material is allowed on the highways. Permission, documented in writing or electronic communication, must be obtained from VDOT prior to placing excavated materials on the pavement. When so permitted, the pavement shall be cleaned only by approved VDOT methods.

O. Accurate "as built" plans and profiles of work completed under permit shall be furnished to VDOT upon request, unless waived by the district administrator's designee. For utility permits, the owner shall maintain "as built" plans, profiles, and records for the life of the facility that describe the utility usage, size, configuration, material, location, height or depth, and special features, such as encasement.

P. All work shall be performed in accordance with the Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act (Chapter 10.3 (§ 56-265.14 et seq.) of Title 56 of the Code of Virginia) and the Rules for Enforcement of the Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act (20VAC5-309). For work within 1,000 feet of traffic signals or adjacent to other VDOT utilities, the permittee shall contact the VDOT Customer Service Center. The permittee shall notify VDOT on the business day preceding 48 hours before excavation.

Q. Permission, documented in writing or electronic communication, must be obtained from the district administrator's designee prior to blocking or detouring traffic. Additionally, the permittee shall:

1. Plan construction and maintenance operations with regard to safety and minimum traffic interference.

2. Coordinate notification with all county or municipal officials.

3. Ensure that permitted work does not interfere with traffic during periods of peak flow on heavily traveled highways.

4. Plan work so that closure of intersecting streets, road approaches, and other access points is held to a minimum and as noted and approved in the permit documents.

5. Maintain safe access to all entrances and normal shoulder slope of the roadway across the entire width of the entrance.

R. The permittee shall be responsible for any settlement in the backfill or pavement after the completion of work activities under the permit or for any settlement caused by the installed facility.

S. The permittee shall immediately notify the district administrator's designee of involvement in any personal or vehicular accident at the work site.

T. Stormwater management facilities or wetland mitigation sites shall not be located within VDOT rights-of-way unless the Commonwealth Transportation Board has agreed to participate in the use of a regional facility authorized by the local government. Stormwater management facilities or wetlands mitigation sites shall be designed and constructed to minimize impact within VDOT right-of-way. VDOT's share of participation in a regional facility will be the use of the right-of-way where the stormwater management facility or wetland mitigation site is located.

U. The permittee shall notify, by telephone, voicemail message, or email the VDOT office where the permit was obtained prior to commencement of the permitted activity or any nonemergency excavation within the right-of-way.

V. Upon completion of the work under permit, the permittee shall provide notification, documented in writing or electronic communication, to the district administrator's designee requesting final inspection. This request shall include the permit number and name of the party to whom the permit was issued. The district administrator's designee shall schedule an inspection of the work covered under the permit and advise the permittee of any necessary corrections. The permittee may not rely upon any act, statement, or failure to act on the part of VDOT with respect to inspection. The failure of VDOT to fully or properly inspect any work shall not excuse in any way the permittee from any of the permittee's duties or obligations under the permit, law, or regulation.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-50.  Objects in the right-of-way.

Objects placed on, above, or under the right-of-way in violation of the general rules and regulations shall be removed within 10 calendar days of receipt of notice from VDOT. Objects not removed within 10 calendar days shall be moved at the owner's expense. Objects requiring immediate removal for public safety, use, or maintenance of any highway shall be moved immediately at the owner's expense. The provisions of § 33.2-1224 of the Code of Virginia shall govern the removal of advertisements from within the right-of-way. The provisions of § 33.2-1227 of the Code of Virginia shall govern the removal of other signs from within the right-of-way.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 7, eff. December 31, 2014; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-60. Authority of district administrator's designee.

A. The district administrator's designee may suspend the work, wholly or in part, if the permittee fails to correct conditions that are unsafe for workers or the general public or to adequately carry out provisions of the permit. The district administrator's designee may also suspend work within the right-of-way for such periods as deemed necessary because of weather or other conditions unsuitable for work or any other condition or reason deemed to be in the public interest. The district administrator's designee may delegate this authority.

B. Should the permittee fail to comply immediately with any order of the district administrator's designee made under the provisions of this section, the district administrator's designee may cause unacceptable authorized work to be removed and replaced and unauthorized work to be removed. The district administrator's designee may revoke the permit and restore the right-of-way. Any costs to restore the right-of-way upon revocation of a permit shall be borne by the permittee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-70. Plan review and permit inspection.

When a permit request is of extraordinary nature or extent, or both, in lieu of the fee payment outlined in 24VAC30-151-710, VDOT may require the permittee to pay the actual costs associated with plan review, other administrative tasks, inspection, and equipment usage. A VDOT inspector, consultant inspector, or both, may be assigned to inspect or monitor, or both, any work performed within the right-of-way. The absence of an inspector does not relieve the permittee from performing the authorized work in accordance with the provisions of the permit.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-80. Permit time limits and cancellations.

A. The permittee shall provide an estimate of the number of days needed to accomplish the work or use under permit. The district administrator's designee shall determine the actual time limit of all work or uses being accomplished under permit. Weather conditions and seasonal operations, such as seeding and paving, will be considered when determining a realistic time limit for work to be completed.

B. If it is anticipated that the work or use covered by a single use permit cannot be completed during the original permit term, the permittee shall provide a request, documented in writing or electronic communication, for an extension of time to the district administrator's designee prior to the expiration of the permit. The request shall provide reasonable justification for granting the extension. A one-time extension of time may be granted if the request is received at least 10 business days prior to the permit expiration date. Should the original time limit or the one-time permit extension expire, the permittee shall provide a written request for reinstatement to the district administrator's designee. The request shall provide reasonable justification for granting the reinstatement. At the time of reinstatement, the district administrator's designee shall notify the permittee that no additional extensions of the permit will be allowed and that the work must be completed within the time limits indicated in the reinstatement notice. Consideration will not be given to an extension request for a permit that has been reinstated after an extension.

C. The permittee shall make every effort to ensure that work begins within 30 calendar days of permit issuance. If the permitted work cannot commence within 30 calendar days of permit issuance, the permittee shall notify the district administrator's designee of the delay. Upon request by the permittee, the permit may be canceled if no work has started within 30 days of issuance or such additional time as authorized by the district administrator's designee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-90. Hours and days work authorized; holiday schedule.

A. Normal hours for work under the authority of a permit are from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for all highways classified as arterial or collector. All highways classified as local roads will have unrestricted work hours and days.

B. Nonemergency work will not be allowed on arterial and collector highway classifications from noon on the preceding weekday through all state observed holidays.

C. If the observed holiday falls on a Monday, the nonemergency work will not be allowed from noon on the preceding Friday through noon on Tuesday. The district administrator's designee may establish alternate time restrictions in normal working hours and days for permits other than districtwide permits. The central office permit manager may establish alternate time restrictions in normal working hours and days for districtwide permits.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-100. Appeal.

The district administrator is authorized to consider and rule on unresolved differences of opinion between the applicant or permittee and the district administrator's designee that pertain to the interpretation and application of the requirements of this chapter as they relate to single use permits within nonlimited access highways.

To initiate an appeal with the district administrator, the applicant or permittee must provide the district administrator and the district administrator's designee with a written request for such action within 30 calendar days of receipt of written notification of denial or revocation and must set forth the grounds for the appeal. The written request shall describe any unresolved issue or issues. After reviewing all pertinent information, the district administrator will advise the applicant or permittee in writing within 60 calendar days upon receipt of the appeal regarding the decision of the appeal, with a copy to the district administrator's designee. The applicant or permittee may further appeal the district administrator's decision to the Commissioner of Highways. All correspondence requesting an appeal should include copies of all prior correspondence regarding the issue or issues with VDOT representatives.

The central office division administrator responsible for overseeing the statewide land use permit program is authorized to consider and rule on unresolved differences of opinion that pertain to the interpretation and application of the requirements of this chapter as they relate to districtwide permits. To initiate an appeal, the applicant or permittee must provide the division administrator with a written request for such action within 30 calendar days of receipt of written notification of denial or revocation and must set forth the grounds for the appeal. The written request shall describe any unresolved issue or issues. After reviewing all pertinent information, the division administrator will advise the applicant or permittee in writing within 60 calendar days upon receipt of the appeal regarding the decision of the appeal. The applicant or permittee may further appeal the division administrator's decision to the Commissioner of Highways. All correspondence requesting an appeal should include copies of all prior correspondence regarding the issue or issues with VDOT representatives.

Appeals involving permit requests within limited access rights-of-way and appeals of decisions of the district administrator and the division administrator shall be made to the Commissioner of Highways for resolution. To initiate an appeal, the applicant or permittee must provide the Commissioner of Highways with a written request for such action within 30 calendar days of receipt of written notification of denial or revocation and must set forth the grounds for the appeal. The written request shall describe any unresolved issue or issues. After reviewing all pertinent information, the Commissioner of Highways will advise the applicant or permittee in writing within 60 calendar days upon receipt of the appeal regarding the decision of the appeal.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011.

Part III
Denial or Revocation of Permits

24VAC30-151-110. Denial; revocation; refusal to renew; violations.

A. A permit may be revoked or suspended upon written finding that the permittee or the permittee's contractors or agents have violated or are in violation of any term of a permit or of any federal, state, or local requirement applicable to work or use under a permit, or that the work or use affects the safety, use, or maintenance of the right-of-way. Any permit may be revoked and the facility for which it was issued required to be removed or relocated at the direction of the Commissioner of Highways if the facility or use obstructs or otherwise interferes with a transportation project or the safety, improvement, maintenance, or operation of a right-of-way. Unless otherwise specifically provided for by a law shifting the costs to another person or entity, all costs to remove or relocate the facilities or uses or otherwise resulting from the permit revocation shall be incurred and paid by the permittee. A permit may also be revoked for misrepresentation of information on the application, fraud in obtaining a permit, alteration of a permit, unauthorized use of a permit, or violation of a water quality permit. Upon revocation, the permit shall be surrendered without consideration for refund of fees. A permit that has been suspended shall be noted as such for the suspension period and no work or use shall be allowed under a suspended permit. Any misrepresentations, fraudulent actions, or repeated violations may result in a permanent denial of the right to work within or use the right-of-way.

B. In addition to all other available remedies, a districtwide permit may be revoked for a minimum of 30 calendar days if the permittee violates the terms of the permit or any other law or regulation related to the permit or the permittee's activities in the right-of-way. A permittee will be provided written notice of the violation prior to revocation. During the revocation period, the permittee must satisfy all requirements for and obtain single use permits from the district administrator's designee to undertake any activities within the right-of-way.

C. Permits may be denied to any applicant or joint applicant for a period not to exceed six months when the applicant or joint applicant or its contractors or agents have violated or are in violation of any term of a permit or of any federal, state, or local requirement applicable to work or use under a permit. Permits may also be denied to ensure the safety, use, or maintenance of the right-of-way. The Commissioner of Highways, the central office permit manager, district administrator, or district administrator's designee shall provide the applicant and joint applicant with a written explanation of the violations upon which a permit denial is based and the actions required to cure the denial. A violation of a water quality permit held by a person, firm, or corporation shall be a basis for denial of any future permit application by that person, firm, or corporation.

D. Violations of the terms of a permit or this chapter may also be subject to criminal prosecution as provided for by § 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 31, Issue 7, eff. December 31, 2014; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

Part IV
Entrances

24VAC30-151-120. (Repealed.)

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 7, eff. December 31, 2014; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-130. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-140. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-150. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-160. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-170. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-180. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-190. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-200. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-210. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

Part V
Occupancy of Right-of-Way

24VAC30-151-220. (Repealed.)

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-230. (Repealed.)

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-240. Dams.

A. VDOT may permit dams for farm ponds within the right-of-way. The local soil and water conservation district, as defined in § 10.1-500 of the Code of Virginia, will coordinate the approval of all requests to establish farm ponds, including existing or proposed roadway occupation of the dam, with the district administrator's designee. For the purpose of this section, a roadway will be considered to accommodate a farm pond dam if:

1. Any part of the fill for the roadway and the fill for the dam overlap;

2. The area between the two embankments is filled in so that the downstream face of the dam is obscured; or

3. A closed drainage facility from a dam extends under a roadway fill.

B. The permittee acknowledges that VDOT's liability is limited to the maintenance of the roadway and that VDOT has no responsibility or liability due to the presence of the dam, the maintenance of which shall remain the responsibility of the permittee.

C. All other roadway occupation of dams shall be in accordance with the Secondary Street Acceptance Requirements (24VAC30-92).

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-250. Railroad grade crossing or encroachments.

Applications for permits to construct railroad tracks over, under, across or along the right-of-way of a state highway must be made by the railroad company or other company which will use the tracks. Permits shall not be issued to concerns contracting for such operations. All permit applications for highway grade crossings of secondary highways shall be accompanied by resolutions from the county board of supervisors, approving the crossings.

Sketches shall be submitted with the permit application, which show clearly the angle of crossing or location of the tracks with reference to the centerline of the road, the entrance onto the right-of-way, departure from the right-of-way, and width of the right-of-way of both railroad and highway. The grade line of the railroad must conform to the grade line of the highway and be so indicated on the sketch. Any necessary alteration in grade, due to crown of the highway, must be adjusted by the railroad company with the use of plant-mix-asphalt material, or as may be specified by the district administrator's designee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-260. Railroad crossing permit requests from railroad companies.

A. VDOT may permit railway crossings.

B. In the event of future widening of the highway, the permittee shall lengthen the crossing surface, relocate signs and signals, and make other adjustments as may be necessary, at no expense to the Commonwealth.

C. Suitable surety shall be required when the construction work is to be performed by a contractor for the railroad.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-270. Railroad crossing permit requests by other companies.

Where a person, firm, or chartered company engaged in mining, manufacturing, or lumber getting, as defined in § 33.2-252 of the Code of Virginia, applies directly for a permit to construct a tramway or railroad track across the right-of-way, a permit may be issued under the following conditions:

1. In the event of future widening of the highway, the permittee shall lengthen the crossing surface, relocate signs and signals, and make other adjustments as may be necessary, at no expense to the Commonwealth.

2. The permittee shall furnish a suitable surety of such amounts as VDOT deems necessary and agree to continue the same in force so long as the crossing is in place.

3. The permittee shall notify VDOT prior to the permittee transferring ownership of a crossing so that proper arrangement can be made for the transfer of permitted responsibilities.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 7, eff. December 31, 2014; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-280. (Repealed.)

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-290. (Repealed.)

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

Part VI
Utilities

24VAC30-151-300. General provisions governing utilities.

Utility installations on all rights-of-way shall comply with the following provisions:

1. Requests for accommodations of utility facilities within the right-of-way shall be submitted to and reviewed by the district administrator's designee.

2. Utility lines shall be located to minimize the need for later adjustments, to accommodate future highway improvements and transportation projects, and to allow servicing of the lines with minimum interference to traffic. VDOT retains the right to reject installations that do not address these factors. Utility facilities shall conform to the type of highway and specific conditions for the highway section involved. Utility facilities within the right-of-way and utility attachments to structures shall be of durable materials, designed for long service life, and be relatively free from the need for routine servicing and maintenance. All attachments to structures must be approved in advance by VDOT.

3. Any conflicts with existing utility or other facilities shall be resolved between the permittee and the owner of the other utility or facility.

4. No utility shall be attached to a structure unless the applicant or permittee can demonstrate that the installation and maintenance of the utility will not interfere with VDOT's ability to maintain the structure, will not impact the durability and operational characteristics of the structure, and, except for installation, will not require access to the facility from a limited access highway. The attachment method must be approved by VDOT (see 24VAC30-151-430).

5. The encasement of underground utility crossings shall be in accordance with 24VAC30-151-370.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-310. Utility installations within limited access highways.

Utility installations on all limited access highways shall comply with the following additional provisions:

1. Requests for all utility installations within limited access right-of-way shall be reviewed and, if appropriate, be approved by the Chief Engineer prior to permit issuance.

2. New utilities will not be permitted to be installed parallel to the roadway longitudinally within the controlled or limited access right-of-way lines of any highway, except that where other alternative locations are not in the public interest or under resource sharing agreements, such installations may be permitted under strictly controlled conditions and only with approval of the Commissioner of Highways. The applicant must satisfy the following conditions, at a minimum:

a. That the installation will not adversely affect the safety, design, construction, operation, maintenance, or stability of the highway.

b. That the accommodation will not interfere with or impair the present use or future expansion of the highway.

c. That any alternative location would be contrary to the public interest. This determination would include an evaluation of the direct and indirect environmental and economic effects that would result from the disapproval of the use of such right-of-way for the accommodation of such utility.

d. No tree removal or severe tree trimming is required for the installation.

3. Overhead and underground utilities may only be installed within limited access right-of-way under a shared resource agreement subject to VDOT's need for the shared resource.

4. All authorized longitudinal utility installations within limited access right-of-way shall be located in a utility area established along the outer edge of the right-of-way. Special exceptions must be approved by the Chief Engineer.

5. Authorized overhead utility installations within limited access right-of-way shall maintain a minimum of 21 feet of vertical clearance.

6. Authorized underground utility installations within limited access right-of-way shall have a minimum of 36 inches of cover.

7. Service connections to adjacent properties shall not be permitted from authorized utility installations within limited access right-of-way.

8. Overhead crossings shall be located on a line that is perpendicular to the highway alignment.

9. A utility access control line will be established between the proposed utility installation, the through lanes, and ramps.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-320. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-330. Overhead utility installations within nonlimited access highways.

A. Overhead utility crossings shall be located on a line that is perpendicular to the highway alignment. Longitudinal installations shall be located on a uniform alignment as near as possible to the right-of-way line to provide a safe environment and space for future highway improvements and other utility installations.

B. Overhead longitudinal utilities may be installed on all nonlimited access highways by a public or private utility company under a permit, except in scenic areas, as follows:

1. Overhead utilities may be installed within nonlimited access right-of-way under permit, including a districtwide permit as allowed under 24VAC30-151-30 B 1.

2. All overhead installations, excluding wireless support structure facilities, shall be located adjacent to the right-of-way line and in accordance with clear zone requirements. Repairs and replacement of similar installations may be performed in existing locations under the existing permit, provided the work shall not impede the traveled way. Additional poles, taller poles, or cross-arms require a separate permit.

C. Longitudinal installations of overhead lines within the right-of-way shall be limited to single-pole construction. Joint-use, single-pole construction will be encouraged at locations where more than one utility or type of facility is involved, especially where the right-of-way widths approach the minimum needed for safe operations or maintenance requirements, or where separate installations may require extensive removal or alteration of trees.

D. Consideration will not be given to poles placed on a highway right-of-way of less than 40 feet in width.

E. Highway crossings should be grouped at one location whenever practical, and as near as possible to right angles to the center of the road.

F. New overhead installations crossing existing or proposed nonlimited access highways shall provide a minimum of 18 feet of vertical clearance or at a minimum height as established by the standards and specifications set forth in the terms of the permit, whichever is greater. The overlashing of telecommunications lines onto existing lines or strand is not considered a new overhead installation.

G. Existing overhead utilities that are found to be in horizontal or vertical conflict with proposed traffic control devices or signage shall be adjusted, at the permittee's expense, to provide an unobstructed view for the traveling public and the appropriate clearance from traffic control devices or signage.

H. The vertical clearance for all new overhead installations parallel to an existing or proposed highway and within nonlimited access rights-of-way shall be in compliance with standards as specified in the terms of the permit. The overlashing of telecommunications lines onto existing lines or strand is not considered a new overhead installation.

I. When crossing a median, all poles or other overhead facilities shall be placed to maintain an adequate clear zone in each direction.

J. Longitudinal pole line installation will not be allowed in the median.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-340. Underground utility installations within nonlimited access highways.

Underground longitudinal utilities may be installed under permit on all nonlimited access highways, except in scenic areas, as follows:

1. Underground utilities may be installed within nonlimited access right-of-way by a public or private utility company under a permit, including a districtwide permit as allowed under 24VAC30-151-30 B 1.

2. All underground utilities within rights-of-way will require a minimum of 36 inches of cover, except that underground cables that provide broadband, cable, or telecommunications services shall be at a minimum of 30 inches of cover, and except as authorized pursuant to 24VAC30-151-30 B 1. The district administrator's designee has the discretion to grant an exception to depth of cover requirements if the permittee encounters obstacles preventing the installation of main line facilities at the minimum depth of cover, as long as installation at the minimum depth of cover is resumed when the installation passes by the obstacle.

3. An underground utility shall not be attached to a structure unless the applicant or permittee can demonstrate that the installation and maintenance methods will not interfere with VDOT's ability to maintain the structure, will not impact the durability and operational characteristics of the structure, and will not require access from the roadway or interfere with roadway traffic. The attachment method must be approved by VDOT (see 24VAC30-151-430).

4. The proposed method for placing an underground facility requires approval from the district administrator's designee. All underground facilities shall be designed to support the load of the highway and any superimposed loads. All pipelines and encasements shall be installed in accordance with 24VAC30-151-360 and 24VAC30-151-370.

5. No underground utility shall be installed within the median area except under shared resource agreements or with approval from the Commissioner of Highways.

6. Underground utilities may be installed under sidewalk areas with approval from the district administrator's designee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-350.  Wireless support structures and site installations.

In accordance with Chapter 15.1 (§ 56-484.26 et seq.) of Title 56 of the Code of Virginia, wireless support structures, communication pedestals, nodes, and amplifiers may be installed in the right-of-way pursuant to permit unless the district administrator's designee reasonably concludes that safety concerns at a specific location require placement of wireless support structures, communication pedestals, nodes, or amplifiers elsewhere. The placement of communication pedestals, nodes, or amplifiers between the edge of pavement or back of curb and the sidewalk shall not be permitted. All requirements and regulations applicable to permits that do not conflict with Chapter 15.1 of Title 56 of the Code of Virginia must be followed to obtain and maintain a permit for wireless support structures, communication pedestals, nodes, and amplifiers.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-360. Pipelines.

The permittee shall maintain minimum cover for any underground facility as established by the VDOT standards and specifications set forth in the terms of the permit or as otherwise required by applicable law, whichever is greater. Where pavement exists, the permittee shall bore, push, or jack and maintain a minimum cover of 36 inches.

The vertical and horizontal clearance between a pipeline and a structure or other highway facility shall be sufficient to permit maintenance of the pipeline and facility. Longitudinal pipeline installations shall be kept out of the ditch line where practical. When locating the utilities outside of the pavement area is not practical, such as in high density developments as described in § 15.2-2223.1 of the Code of Virginia, utilities may be placed under the pavement. When utilities are proposed to be placed within the ditch line or under highway pavement, the permit applicant shall provide justification for such installations to the district administrator's designee as part of the permit application.

All water, gas, sewer, electrical, communications, and any pressurized pipelines carrying hazardous material shall conform to all applicable industry codes, including materials, design, and construction requirements. No asbestos cement conduit or pipe shall be used for any installation. The permittee may be required to certify in writing that this restriction has been observed, if requested by VDOT.

Pipelines four inches in diameter or larger and no longer in use shall be cleaned of debris and plugged at open ends with Class A3 concrete. The district administrator's designee may also require such pipes to be filled prior to being plugged.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-370. Encasement requirements.

A. Encasement pipe shall be required where it is necessary to avoid trenched construction, to protect carrier pipe from external loads or shock, or to convey leaking fluids or gases away from the areas directly beneath the traveled way if the utility has less than minimal cover; is near footings of bridges, utilities or other highway structures; crosses unstable ground; or is near other locations where hazardous conditions may exist. Encasements crossing nonlimited access rights-of-way shall extend a suitable distance beyond the slope for side ditches and beyond the back of curb in curbed sections. The district administrator's designee may require encasement pipe even if an installation meets industry standards for nonencasement.

Casing pipe shall be sealed at the ends with approved material to prevent flowing water and debris from entering the annular space between the casing and the carrier. All necessary appurtenances such as vents and markers shall be included.

B. Uncased crossings of welded steel pipelines carrying transmittants that are flammable, corrosive, expansive, energized, or unstable, particularly if carried at high pressure, may be permitted subject to the following conditions:

1. The applicant provides supporting data documenting that its proposed installation meets or exceeds industry standards for unencased crossings,

2. The applicant provides supporting data documenting that the pipeline will support the anticipated load generated by highway traffic, and

3. All unencased pipeline crossings that fail must be relocated a minimum of 36 inches to either side of the failure. The failed line shall then be filled with grout and plugged at both ends.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-380. Appurtenances.

A. When vents are required, they shall be located at the high end of casings less than 150 feet in length and generally at both ends of casings longer than 150 feet. Vent standpipes shall be on or beyond the right-of-way line to prevent interference with maintenance or pedestrian traffic.

B. A permit may be granted to install drains for any underground facility. The permittee shall ensure the achievement of positive drainage.

C. National uniform color codes for identification of utilities shall be used to place permanent markers.

D. Utility access points (e.g., manholes and handholes) shall be placed in the shoulders, utility strips, or other suitable locations. When no other alternative is available, consideration will be given to placement of manholes in the pavement surface. Every effort should be made to minimize utility access point installations at street intersections and in the normal wheel path of the travel lanes. Utility access points shall be designed and located in such a manner that shall cause the least interference to other utilities and future highway expansion.

E. Utility access point frames and covers, valve boxes, and other castings located within the paved roadway, shoulder, or sidewalk shall be constructed flush with the finished grade. Utility access point frames and covers, valve boxes, and other castings located within sidewalk areas shall be constructed in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 USC § 12101 et seq.).

F. The permittee shall install shutoff valves, preferably automatic, in lines at or near the ends of structures and near unusual hazards, unless other sectionalizing devices within a reasonable distance can isolate hazardous segments.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-390. In-place and prior-rights permits.

A. Prior to VDOT's acceptance of a secondary street into the VDOT system, the utility owner shall quitclaim all prior rights within the right-of-way to the Commonwealth in exchange for an in-place permit allowing the permittee's utility facilities to continue to occupy such street in the existing condition and location. The permittee shall be responsible for the utility facilities and resulting damages to persons and property that might result from the presence of the utility. Should VDOT later require the permittee to alter, change, adjust, or relocate the utility facilities subject to the in-place permit, the nonbetterment cost will be the responsibility of the Commonwealth and all other costs will be the responsibility of the permittee.

B. In cases where existing utilities are not in conflict with transportation improvements authorized under the auspices of a land use permit, but would be located beneath transportation facility features, a prior-rights permit may be issued that allows the existing utilities to remain in place.

C. Utilities without prior rights but located within the right-of-way of new subdivision streets shall obtain an in-place permit to occupy that portion of the right-of-way. Should VDOT later require the permittee to alter, change, adjust, or relocate any utility, the cost will be the responsibility of the permittee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-400. Utility adjustments in conjunction with a VDOT project.

Where facilities are directed to be relocated in conjunction with a transportation project, the permittee must obtain a new permit for any facilities relocated within or to right-of-way. Unless otherwise specifically provided by the Code of Virginia or this chapter, all relocation is to be done in a timely manner so as to not interfere with the project and at the permittee's sole expense, and relocation must be done in accordance with the VDOT policies and procedures included in the terms of the permit. Utilities may be placed within the right-of-way by permit, including adjustments and work performed in connection with utilities agreements. Utilities placed within the right-of-way shall conform to the requirements of this chapter.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-410. Utility installations in scenic areas.

Any new utility installations within the right-of-way or on other lands that were acquired or improved with federal-aid or direct federal highway funds, and are located within or adjacent to areas of scenic enhancement and natural beauty are discouraged. Such areas include public parks and recreational lands, wildlife and waterfowl refuges, historic sites, scenic strips, overlooks and scenic byways.

Any new utility installation in the above-mentioned areas shall be accordance with 23 CFR 645.209h.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-420. Lighting facilities.

A. A permit is required for any lighting that will be on or overhanging the right-of-way and that is designed to illuminate the pavement or adjacent pedestrian or bicycle facilities. Lighting facilities are not considered a utility.

B. Design of lighting systems or fixtures shall be in accordance with § 2.2-1111 of the Code of Virginia and the terms of the permit.

C. The applicant shall submit to the district administrator's designee scale drawings in electronic format depicting lighting pole locations, mounting heights, pole and base type (breakaway or nonbreakaway), photometric calculations, type, lumens of luminaries, and arm lengths. Lighting shall be installed in accordance with the terms of the permit.

D. VDOT reserves the right to require modification or removal of luminaries if they are determined to be providing excessive light trespass into adjacent properties.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-430. Attachments to bridge structures.

A. Utilities may be located on highway grade separation structures across interstate or other controlled access highways, over crossroads, and across major streams or valleys only in extreme cases and with approval of the district structure and bridge engineer in accordance with VDOT specifications.

B. Lines carrying electricity shall be insulated, grounded, and installed in a conduit or pipe to manholes or poles at either end of the structure, as applicable.

C. If a utility is placed on a structure, the installation shall be located beneath the structure's floor between the girders or beams and at an elevation above the bottom flange of the beam. The utility shall not be attached to the outside of the exterior beam, parapets, or sidewalks.

D. Water and sewer attachments shall follow general controls previously listed for providing encasement and allied mechanical protection. In addition, shut-off valves shall be provided outside the limits of the structure.

E. Utilities attached to structures crossing waterways may require a water quality permit.

F. Natural gas and petroleum mains may not be attached to highway structures.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

Part VII
Miscellaneous Provisions

24VAC30-151-440. (Repealed.)

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-450. Banners and decorations.

A county, town, religious or civic organization, or other individual or entity shall obtain a single use permit to hang banners or erect holiday decorations, such as lights, across state highways. Banners and decorations shall not remain in place more than 30 calendar days and shall be a minimum of 21 feet above the center of the road. They shall not detract from, interfere with, or conflict with any existing highway signs or signals.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-460. Building movements.

A single use permit shall be obtained for movements on right-of-way for all buildings over 16 feet wide. All requests for building movements require the approval of the district administrator's designee in the district where the move initiates after the applicant provides the required investigative report and route certification documents. All building movements shall be covered by a performance bond that is commensurate with the type of move requested.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-470. Bicycle and road races, parades, and marches.

A single use permit shall be obtained for bicycle and road races, parades, and marches. Approval of such permit may be granted only under conditions that assure reasonable safety for all participants, spectators and other highway users, and will prevent unreasonable interference with traffic flow.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-480. Chutes, tipples, and other similar structures.

A single use permit shall be obtained for chutes, tipples or other structures to transport coal, gravel, or other material across the right-of-way. The permit surety shall be sufficient to restore the appearance of the right-of-way and to remove the structure should it become dangerous or when it is no longer being used. Advertising signs or the names of owners shall not be placed on such structures located on the right-of-way.

The applicant shall obtain written approval from the local officials prior to permit application for such structures.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-490. Construction or reconstruction of roads, entrances, bridges, drainage structures, or other transportation facilities.

A permit is required for construction or reconstruction of roads, private or commercial entrances, bridges, drainage structures, or other transportation facilities. Such activities may be permitted based upon evaluation, an engineering analysis provided by the applicant, and approval of the district administrator's designee. Approval by the relevant county board of supervisors may also be necessary.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-500. Crest stage gauges, water level recorders.

Permits may be issued to any governmental agency to install hydrological study equipment within rights-of-way. Maintenance of these facilities is the responsibility of the permittee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-510. Emergency vehicle access.

A single use permit shall be obtained for the installation of signals along and over streets or highways at a fire station to facilitate the safe and expeditious entry of emergency vehicles. These signals include warning beacons, traffic signals to allow direct access to a roadway and modifications to existing signals. Maintenance of these facilities is the responsibility of the permittee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-520. Filming.

A single use permit shall be obtained for any filming activities within the right-of-way that may affect the safety, use, or operation of the highway. Additionally, a single use permit shall be obtained for any movie, television, or other commercial filming within the rights-of-way and shall be coordinated through the Film Office of the Virginia Tourism Corporation.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-530. School signs.

A single use permit shall be obtained for the installation and maintenance of time actuated flashing school speed limit signs within highway rights-of-way, subject to approval of the district administrator's designee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-540. Grading on right-of-way.

Grading that does not adversely affect the maintenance, safety, and operations of vehicles on nonlimited access rights-of-way may be permitted. Permits shall not be granted for grading slopes and banks or otherwise changing their appearance within limited access rights-of-way, except in unusual circumstances where such work would improve the safety or operation of the highways.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-550. Roadside memorials.

A. Roadside memorials shall not be placed on right-of-way without first obtaining a permit. A roadside memorial permit requires compliance with the following requirements as well as all other applicable permit regulations:

1. Applications for a memorial shall be submitted to the district administrator's designee. The district administrator's designee will review applications for compliance with applicable requirements and has the authority to issue or deny a permit or request amendment of the application.

2. If construction or major maintenance work is scheduled in the vicinity of the proposed memorial's location, the district administrator's designee may identify an acceptable location for the memorial beyond the limits of work, or the applicant may agree to postpone installation.

3. The applicant may request review of the district administrator's designee's decision regarding amendment or denial of an application by the district administrator.

4. Criteria used to review applications shall include the following factors:

a. Potential hazard of the proposed memorial to travelers, the bereaved, VDOT personnel, or others;

b. The effect on the proposed site's land use or aesthetics and installation or maintenance concerns; and

c. Circumstances surrounding the accident or incident.

5. Approval of a memorial does not give the applicant, family, or friends of the victim permission to park, stand, or loiter at the memorial site.

B. The following requirements and limitations apply to applications for roadside memorial permits:

1. Any human fatality that occurs on the state highway system is eligible for a memorial. Deaths of animals or pets are not eligible.

2. The applicant must provide a copy of the accident report or other form of information to the district administrator's designee so that the victim's name, date of fatality, and location of the accident can be verified. This information may be obtained by contacting the local or state police. The district administrator's designee may also require that the applicant supply a copy of the death certificate.

3. Only family members of the victim may apply for a memorial.

4. The applicant will confirm on the application that approval has been obtained from the immediate family of the victim and any adjacent property owners to locate the memorial in the designated location. If any member of the immediate family objects in writing to the memorial, the application will be denied or the memorial will be removed if it has already been installed.

5. If the adjacent property owner objects in writing, the memorial will be relocated and the applicant will be notified.

6. Memorials will remain in place for two years from the date of installation, at which time the permit shall expire. The Commissioner of Highways may, upon receipt of a written request, grant an extension of the permit. An extension may be granted for a period of one year, and requests for further extensions must be submitted for each subsequent year. The applicant or the family of the victim may request that the memorial be removed less than two years after installation.

7. The applicant shall be responsible for the fabrication of the memorial. VDOT will install, maintain, and remove the memorial, but the cost of these activities shall be paid by the applicant to VDOT.

C. Roadside memorial physical requirements.

1. The memorial shall be designed in accordance with Chapter 12 (§ 33.2-1200 et seq.) of Title 33.2 and § 46.2-831 of the Code of Virginia and the Rules and Regulations Controlling Outdoor Advertising and Directional and Other Signs and Notices (24VAC30-120) and Vegetation Control Regulations on State Rights-Of-Way ( 24VAC30-200). The use of symbols, photographs, drawings, logos, advertising, or similar forms of medium is prohibited on or near the memorial.

2. Only one memorial per fatality shall be allowed.

3. VDOT reserves the right to install a group memorial in lieu of individual memorials to commemorate a major incident where multiple deaths have occurred.

4. The memorial shall be located as close as possible to the crash site, but location of the memorial may vary depending on the site and safety conditions.

a. Memorials shall be installed outside of the mowing limits and ditch line and as close to the right-of-way line as reasonably possible.

b. Memorials shall be located in such a manner as to avoid distractions to motorists and safety hazards to the traveling public.

c. Memorials shall not be installed in the median of any highway, on a bridge, or within 500 feet of any bridge approach.

d. Memorials shall not be permitted in a construction or maintenance work zone. VDOT reserves the right to temporarily remove or relocate a memorial at any time for highway maintenance or construction operations or activities.

e. If the right-of-way is insufficient for a memorial to be installed at the crash site, the district administrator's designee may locate a more suitable location close to the incident vicinity to locate the memorial where sufficient right-of-way exists.

D. After the two-year term or any extension of the term approved in accordance with this section, the memorial shall be removed by VDOT personnel. The memorial nameplate will be returned to the applicant or the designated family member, if specified on the application. If the applicant does not wish to retain the nameplate, the nameplate will be reused, recycled, or disposed at VDOT's discretion.

Statutory Authority

§§ 33.2-210 and 33.2-216 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 31, Issue 7, eff. December 31, 2014; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-560. Mailboxes and newspaper boxes.

Mailboxes and newspaper boxes may be placed within VDOT right-of-way without a permit; however, placement shall not interfere with safety, maintenance, or use of the roadway. Lightweight newspaper boxes may be mounted on the side of the support structure. Breakaway structures will be acceptable as a mailbox post. Breakaway structures are defined as a single four-inch by four-inch square or four-inch diameter wooden post or a standard strength, metal pipe post with no greater than a two-inch diameter.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-570. Miscellaneous signs and devices.

A. In cooperation with local, state, and federal organizations, certain public service signs may be placed within the right-of-way without a permit. The district administrator's designee shall determine the appropriate location for the following signs.

1. Forestry. Authorized representatives of the U.S. Forest Service and Virginia Department of Forestry may place forest fire warning signs within the right-of-way without a permit. A limited number of fire warning signs will be placed near forest reservations or wooded areas. The Department of Forestry may utilize other types of signs to more forcibly impress the public with the need for protecting forest areas. Sign placement shall be accomplished under an agreement, subject to the following conditions:

a. No highway sign should carry more than one message and no other signs shall appear on posts bearing highway signs;

b. No signs shall be erected that would restrict sight distance or are close to highway warning and directional signs;

c. Signs regarding forest fires should be placed by fire wardens; and

d. Signs shall be maintained by the Department of Forestry.

In all cases, the forest warden is to coordinate the desired location of these signs with the district administrator's designee prior to placement.

2. Garden week. These signs are erected and removed by employees of VDOT. The appropriate committee of the Garden Club of Virginia will designate the gardens and places that are to be officially opened during Garden Week and notify the district administrator's designee accordingly, who will ensure the appropriate placement of these signs.

3. Roadside acknowledgment. These signs acknowledge the name and logo of businesses, organizations, communities, or individuals participating in the landscape of a segment of the right-of-way in accordance with the Comprehensive Roadside Management Program (24VAC30-121). As the landscaping is accomplished under a land use permit, the signs are considered to be covered by that permit.

4. Bird sanctuary. Upon receipt of a request from a town or city, VDOT will fabricate and erect these signs, at the expense of the municipality, at the corporate limits of the town or city under the municipality name sign. In order for a municipality to be designated as a bird sanctuary, the municipality must pass a resolution to that effect. The municipality shall be responsible for maintenance of bird sanctuary signs.

5. Historical highway markers. Information regarding the historical highway marker program may be obtained from the Virginia Department of Historic Resources. Applications for historical highway markers shall be obtained from and submitted to the Virginia Department of Historic Resources.

B. The district administrator's designee may authorize the placement of the following miscellaneous signs within right-of-way under a single use permit:

1. Locality identification or "welcome to" signs. Requests for locality identification or "welcome to" signs to be located within nonlimited access right-of-way. These signs shall not be placed on limited access right-of-way. Locality identification or "welcome to" signs that interfere with roadway safety, traffic capacity, or maintenance shall not be permitted. A permit application requesting placement of a locality identification or "welcome to" sign within the right-of-way must be accompanied by a formal resolution from the local governing body or a letter from the chief executive officer of the local government. Such signs shall meet all VDOT breakaway requirements specified in the terms of the permit or be erected outside of the clear zone. No advertising shall be placed on these signs. The local governing body shall be responsible for maintenance of the locality's identification or "welcome to" signs in perpetuity.

2. VDOT may authorize any individual, group, local government, and other entities to place storm drain pollution prevention markers or stenciling on VDOT storm drain inlet structures accessible by pedestrian facilities. A local government, through coordination with the district administrator's designee, may apply for a countywide permit to enable this type of activity on behalf of clubs, citizens groups, and other entities. The permit application must include, at a minimum, a graphic sample of the proposed markers, structure locations and a comprehensive list of streets if a wide distribution of marker placement is anticipated. Stencil measurements shall not exceed 15 inches in length by 20 inches in width.

3. VDOT may authorize a local government to install "no loitering" signs within the right-of-way. The district administrator's designee shall determine the appropriate location for these signs.

C. The Commissioner of Highways or the commissioner's designee may authorize the placement of various automated traffic enforcement devices for the Commonwealth or its political subdivisions as may be allowed by law.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-580. Ornamental posts, walls, residential and commercial development identification signs, or other nontransportation-related elements.

Ornamental posts, walls, residential and commercial development identification signs, or other nontransportation elements, such as pedestrian-oriented trash cans, or any combination of these that do not interfere with roadway safety, traffic capacity, or maintenance may be authorized under a single use permit. These nontransportation related elements shall not be placed on limited access rights-of-way. Permit applications requesting placement of ornamental posts, walls, residential and commercial development identification signs, other nontransportation related elements, or any combination of these within the right-of-way must be accompanied by documentation indicating the issuance of all required approvals and permissions from the local jurisdictional authority. Such ornamental posts, walls, residential and commercial development identification signs, and other nontransportation related elements shall meet all VDOT breakaway requirements specified in the terms of the permit or be erected outside of the clear zone. No advertising shall be placed on these nontransportation related elements permitted within the right-of-way. The permittee shall be responsible for maintenance of these nontransportation related elements in perpetuity.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-590. (Repealed.)

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 7, eff. December 31, 2014; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-600. Pedestrian and bicycle facilities.

The installation of sidewalks, steps, curb ramps, shared use paths, pedestrian underpasses, and overpasses within right-of-way may be authorized under a single use permit. VDOT, at its discretion, shall maintain those facilities that are open for general public use, built in the right-of-way to VDOT standards, and accepted by VDOT for maintenance. The maintenance of sidewalks, steps, curb ramps, shared use paths, pedestrian underpasses, and overpasses not meeting these requirements shall be subject to permit requirements, and the permittee shall be responsible for maintenance of these facilities.

The installation of pedestrian or bicycle facilities within limited access right-of-way shall be considered a change in limited access control and requires approval of the Commonwealth Transportation Board prior to permit issuance (see Change of Limited Access Control, 24VAC30-401). The installation of pedestrian or bicycle facilities parallel to and within the right-of-way of nonlimited access highways crossing limited access highways by way of an existing bridge or underpass shall not be considered a change in limited access but shall require the approval of the Chief Engineer prior to issuance of a permit for such activity.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-610. Permits for certain overdimensional haulers and loaders.

Permits for unladen, oversize and overweight, rubber-tired self-propelled haulers and loaders shall be issued in accordance with § 46.2-1149 of the Code of Virginia and shall be obtained from the district administrator's designee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-620. Roadside management, landscaping.

Placement and maintenance of plant materials by individuals or organizations may be allowed under a single use permit in accordance with VDOT specifications as set forth in the terms of the permit, § 33.2-265 of the Code of Virginia, and the Comprehensive Roadside Management Program (24VAC30-121). The permittee shall maintain any altered roadside area for the duration of the permit. All related permit applications shall be accompanied by a corresponding maintenance agreement. If permit conditions, including the maintenance agreement, are violated at any time, VDOT may revoke the permit and restore the roadside area to its original condition or otherwise establish turf in accordance with VDOT standards and specifications. The costs of reclamation and restoration activities shall be paid by the permittee. Tree pruning or removal may be allowed on right-of way for maintenance purposes for utility facilities or as part of a roadside beautification project sponsored by the local government or to daylight an outdoor advertising structure or business in accordance with Vegetation Control Regulations on State Rights-of-Way (24VAC30-200).

All pesticide applicators shall meet the applicable requirements established by the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Services in Regulations Governing Pesticide Product Registration, Handling, Storage, and Disposal under Authority of the Virginia Pesticide Control Act (2VAC5-670). Pesticide activities shall comply with all applicable federal and state regulations.

Permits for volunteer mowing or litter pickup shall be issued only under conditions that ensure reasonable safety for all participants and other highway users and that will not cause unreasonable interference with normal traffic flow. All volunteer mowing operations on highway segments with speed limits greater than 45 mph shall be performed only by licensed, bonded, and insured persons. A copy of the permit and all safety requirements included in the permit must be maintained at the mowing site. No lane closures will be allowed for mowing, and the mower operator and mowing equipment shall not encroach into the travel way while in operation. Participants of a one-time litter pickup shall be adults or shall be supervised by an adult. The ratio shall be one adult per no more than six children. No participants 10 years of age or younger will be allowed to participate. All participants must view an Adopt-a-Highway safety video prior to participating.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 7, eff. December 31, 2014; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-630. Transit and school bus shelters.

School bus shelters, public transit shelters, or share ride stations may be authorized under the auspices of a single use permit. Approval of the shelter or station design must be obtained from the Virginia Department of General Services prior to the issuance of a permit. Shelters shall be located in accordance with all clear zone requirements specified in the terms of the permit.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-640. Trash containers and recycling sites.

The placement of trash receptacles on nonlimited access highways may be authorized under the auspices of a single use permit. Trash receptacles shall be located as close to the right-of-way line as possible. The site shall have a clearly defined entrance and exit. Appropriate screening and landscaping may be required.

The site shall be maintained in a neat condition and sprayed as needed to minimize flies, odors, etc. VDOT will remove improperly maintained receptacles from the right-of-way at the owner's expense.

The permittee shall secure written permission from the adjacent property owners prior to locating the receptacle within the state right-of-way.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-650. Test holes.

Test holes may be excavated in the roadway or right-of-way for the purpose of geological surveys or studies, monitoring wells and for locating existing utilities within the right-of-way. A single use permit shall be obtained for test holes. All test holes shall be kept to the smallest size and number possible. A surety will be required to sufficiently restore the appearance of the right-of-way or to repair the pavement of the roadway. The permittee shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the district administrator's designee that the location of the site will not compromise the safety, use or maintenance of the roadway.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-660. Special requests and other installations.

Any special requests may be permitted upon review and approval by the Commissioner of Highways.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011.

24VAC30-151-670. Prohibited use of right-of-way.

The following uses of the right-of-way are prohibited and no permit shall be issued for the following uses of the right-of-way:

1. Signs. Signs not otherwise allowed in this chapter or by law, including temporary signs, banners, inflatable and air-blown signs, and decorations, shall not be placed, located, or displayed on the right-of-way or overhang the right-of-way.

2. Vendors on right-of-way. Vendor activities and the operation of business within the rights-of-way, except that a permit may be issued for the following activities:

a. As may be allowed for waysides and rest areas under the Rules and Regulations for the Administration of Waysides and Rest Areas (24VAC30-50) and the Rules and Regulations for the Administration of Parking Lots and Environs (24VAC30-100).

b. Commercial vendors of newspapers and written materials may place or operate services within rights-of-way, provided services neither impede traffic nor impact the safety of the traveling public. Newspaper vending machine size, placement, and location shall be as directed by the district administrator's designee.

c. Localities may administer mobile food vending on nonlimited access highways, where the vending operations are regulated by local ordinances, operated consistent with such ordinances, and in accordance with the Commonwealth Transportation Board's regulations and policies.

d. Bike share or other micromobility system operators for placement of stations.

e. Electric vehicle charging stations as allowed by law.

3. Dwellings. No private dwellings, garages, or similar structures shall be placed or constructed within the right-of-way, except support buildings as may be allowed under 24VAC30-151-350 in connection with wireless communication facilities.

Statutory Authority

§§ 33.2-118 and 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 32, Issue 2, eff. October 21, 2015; Volume 34, Issue 25, eff. September 5, 2018; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

Part VIII
Hazardous Materials

24VAC30-151-680. Hazardous materials, waste, or substances.

In the event that the permittee, in pursuit of the activities allowed by the permit, encounters underground storage tanks, buried drums, petroleum-saturate soils, or other potentially hazardous materials, waste, or substances within the right-of-way, the permittee shall immediately cease all activities in the vicinity of such discovery and immediately notify the VDOT official who approved the land use permit. The permittee shall also immediately notify any local emergency response organizations, as appropriate. The permittee shall not attempt to remove any containers or wastes without VDOT concurrence. The district administrator's designee will take necessary actions to ensure that the materials/wastes/substances are managed in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations. The permittee shall not be allowed within the potentially contaminated area until the district administrator's designee obtains clearance from the district environmental section. The permittee shall abide by any conditional use restrictions developed by VDOT as a result of such discovery and, as necessary, to comply with state and federal laws and regulations. The permittee shall be solely responsible for properly managing any contaminated soil or groundwater, or both, that is not otherwise required under regulation to be remediated, but that must be removed in order to properly complete the proposed activities within the right-of-way.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

24VAC30-151-690. Permitted discharge to VDOT right-of-way.

A. Permits to discharge to the right-of-way may be issued upon written approval of the local public health department or the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, or both, and this written approval shall be made part of the permit application. Discharges made to the right-of-way pursuant to a Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) Permit shall demonstrate prior to discharge that no feasible alternative discharge point exists. If discharge is made to the right-of-way, the permittee shall notify the district administrator's designee of any instances where the regulated discharge limits are exceeded and take immediate corrective action to ensure future excursions are prevented, and any damage to the right-of-way is remediated. Any discharges made pursuant to the Virginia Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (VPDES) General Permit for Discharges from Groundwater Remediation of Contaminated Sites, Dewatering Activities of Contaminated Sites, and Hydrostatic Tests (9VAC25-120) shall be prohibited from containing any water exhibiting visible oil sheen.

B. Any damages to the right-of-way, regardless of authorization implied by any non-VDOT issued permit, shall be remedied or repaired immediately by the permittee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

Part IX
Fees and Surety

24VAC30-151-700. General provisions for fees, surety, and other compensation.

Except as otherwise provided in this part, the applicant shall pay an application fee to cover the cost of permit processing, pay additive fees to offset the cost of plan review and inspection, and provide surety to guarantee the satisfactory performance of the work or use under permit. For locally administered VDOT projects, the permit fees are waived and in lieu of a surety, the locality may (i) provide a letter that commits to using the surety in place or (ii) have the contractor execute a dual obligation rider that adds VDOT as an obligee to the surety bond provided to the locality, with either of these options guaranteeing the work performed within state-maintained right-of-way under the terms of the land use permit for that purpose. A copy of the original surety and letter or rider shall be attached to the land use permit. Except as provided in 24VAC30-151-740, utilities within the right-of-way shall pay an annual accommodation fee as described in 24VAC30-151-730. In the event of extenuating circumstances, the Commissioner of Highways may waive all or a portion of any of the fees or surety.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-710. Fees.

A. Single use permit. A nonrefundable application fee shall be charged to offset the cost of reviewing and processing the permit application and inspecting the project work, in accordance with the requirements in this subsection:

1. The application fee for a single permit is $100. Public rights-of-way use fees may be charged in lieu of permit fees in certain situations in accordance with law.

2. Additive costs shall be applied as indicated in this subdivision. The district administrator's designee will determine the total permit fees using the following schedule:

3. Permit term extensions for active permits shall incur a monetary charge of $50. Expired permits may be reinstated; however, fees for reinstatement of expired permits shall be $100. Notwithstanding 24VAC30-151-80, commuter lot mobile food vending permits may not be extended or reinstated.

4. If a permit is canceled prior to the beginning of the permitted activity, the application fee and the additive fee will be retained as compensation for costs incurred by VDOT during plan review.

5. The district administrator's designee, in accordance with 24VAC30-151-70, may establish an account to track plan review and inspection costs and may bill the permittee not more often than every 30 calendar days. If an account is established for these costs, the permittee shall be responsible for the nonrefundable application fee and the billed costs. When actual costs are billed, the district administrator's designee shall waive the additive fees in subdivision 2 of this subsection.

B. Districtwide permits. Districtwide permits, as defined in 24VAC30-151-30, are valid for a period of two years. The biennial fee for a districtwide permit for utilities and logging operations is $750 per district. The biennial fee for a districtwide permit for surveying is $200 per district. The central office permit manager may exercise discretion in combining requests for multijurisdictional districtwide permits and to authorize unlimited time extensions at the full cost of the permit fee for each two-year term.

C. No-fee permits. The following permits shall be issued at no cost to the applicant:

1. In-place permits as defined in 24VAC30-151-30 and 24VAC30-151-390.

2. Prior-rights permits as defined in 24VAC30-151-30 and 24VAC30-151-390.

3. As-built permits as defined in 24VAC30-151-30.

4. Crest stage gauges and water level recorders as defined in 24VAC30-151-500.

5. Filming as defined in 24VAC30-151-520.

6. Roadside memorials as defined in 24VAC30-151-550.

7. No loitering signs as defined in 24VAC30-151-570.

8. Litter pickup and volunteer mowing as defined in 24VAC30-151-620.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 31, Issue 7, eff. December 31, 2014; Volume 34, Issue 25, eff. September 5, 2018; Volume 38, Issue 12, eff. March 4, 2022; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-720. Surety.

A. Performance surety. The applicant shall provide surety to guarantee the satisfactory performance of the work or use for which a permit is requested. Surety shall be based on the estimated cost of work to be performed within the right-of-way or as otherwise stated in this chapter. Surety may be in the form of a check, cash, irrevocable letter of credit from a financial or banking institution, performance bond, or any other VDOT-approved method. An applicant for a districtwide permit for utilities shall provide a continuous surety in the amount of $10,000 per county. An applicant for a districtwide permit for logging entrances shall provide a continuous surety in the amount of $10,000 per district. There is no surety requirement for districtwide permits for surveying. Under no circumstances shall VDOT or any agency of the Commonwealth be named the escrow agent. No funds deposited with VDOT as surety shall be subject to the payment of interest. The surety will be refunded or released upon completion of the work and inspection by VDOT in accordance with the law. VDOT shall be named as an obligee on the bond or a payee for a check, cash, or revocable letter of credit. If a permit is canceled prior to the beginning of work, the surety shall be refunded or released.

Should the permittee fail to complete the work to the satisfaction of the district administrator's designee, then all or whatever portion of the surety that is required to complete work covered by the permit or to restore the right-of-way to its original condition shall be retained by VDOT.

B. Structure bond. Permittees installing, operating, and maintaining facilities within the highway right-of-way shall secure and maintain a continuous bond. Governmental customers may use a resolution in lieu of a continuous bond. The continuous surety shall be in an amount sufficient to restore the right-of-way in the event of damage or failure. The surety shall remain in full force as long as the facility covered by the permit remains within the right-of-way. A private or commercial entrance does not require a continuous surety. Any other installation may require a continuous surety as determined by the district administrator's designee.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-730. Accommodation fees.

The Commissioner of Highways or a designee shall determine the annual compensation for the use of the right-of-way by a utility, except as provided in 24VAC30-151-740. The rates shall be established on the value of the right-of-way being used to accommodate the utility facility. The rates for wireless facility installations shall be established on the following basis:

1. Small cell attachments to VDOT-owned towers and poles and placement of associated equipment shall be in accordance with § 56-484.31 of the Code of Virginia;

2. Wireless facility attachments and emplacements at VDOT-owned towers shall be negotiated in the same manner as resource sharing as set out in 24VAC30-151-740; and

3. A wireless support structure installed under a land use permit issued on or after July 1, 2018, shall have an annual use payment set in accordance with § 56-484.32 of the Code of Virginia.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 28, Issue 4, eff. November 23, 2011; Volume 35, Issue 4, eff. November 14, 2018; Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-740. Exceptions and provisions to the payment of fees and compensation.

A. Pursuant to §§ 56-462 and 56-468.1 of the Code of Virginia, a certificated provider of telecommunication service shall collect and remit to VDOT a Public Right-of-Way Use Fee as full compensation for the use of the right-of-way by those utilities.

B. Pursuant to §§ 15.2-2108.1:1 and 56-468.1 of the Code of Virginia, a cable television operator subject to the public right-of-way use fee shall not be charged an annual use payment for the use of the right-of-way.

C. Pursuant to § 56-468.1 of the Code of Virginia, certified providers of telecommunications service shall not be charged permit application and additive fees or an annual payment under a resource sharing agreement for the use of the right-of-way.

D. Municipal or authority owned sewer and water facilities and renewable energy generation transmission facilities shall not be charged an accommodation fee pursuant to 24VAC30-151-730 for the use of public right-of-way.

E. At the discretion of the Commissioner of Highways, under the provisions of resource sharing as described in 24VAC30-151-30, compensation for the use of the limited access right-of-way may be negotiated and agreed upon through any of the following methods:

1. The mutually agreeable exchange of goods, facilities, or services only;

2. Monetary compensation only; or

3. A combination of both.

The Commissioner of Highways will ensure that the goods or services provided in any mutually agreeable exchange are equal to the monetary compensation amount established for the use and occupancy of the right-of-way.

F. VDOT may enter into wireless support structure agreements to permit the construction of wireless support structures or a wireless facility's occupancy of the right-of-way, consistent with applicable law.

Statutory Authority

§ 33.2-210 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; amended, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

24VAC30-151-750. Reserved.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010.

Part X
Reference Documents

24VAC30-151-760. (Repealed.)

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 12, eff. March 17, 2010; repealed, Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 5, eff. November 19, 2025.

Forms (24VAC30-151)

Land Use Permit LUP-A, Land Use Permit Application (rev. 5/2023)

Land Use Permit LUP-BM, Land Use Permit Application for Building Movements (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-BR, Land Use Permit Application for Bicycle Race Events (rev. 11/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-CFV, Land Use Permit Application for Mobile Food Vending in Commuter Lots (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-CRI, Land Use Permit Application for Regional Cultural Resource Investigation (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-CWOFC, Land Use Permit Application for Countywide Permit Overhead Fiber Co-Location (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-DWSCF, Land Use Permit Application for Districtwide Wireless Small Cell Facilities (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-DWSV, Land Use Permit Application for Districtwide Surveying Operations (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-DWTLE, Land Use Permit Application for Districtwide Temporary Logging Entrances (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-DWUSC, Land Use Permit Application for Districtwide Utility Service Connections (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-EVTCS, Land Use Permit Application for Emergency Vehicle Traffic Control Signal (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-GC, Land Use Permit Application for Golf Cart and Utility Vehicle Accommodation (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-HRPE, Land Use Permit Application for Photo Enforcement of High-Risk Intersection Segments (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-IPP, Land Use Permit Application In Place Utility (New Street Acceptance) (rev. 8/2014)

Land Use Permit LUP-IR, Land Use Permit Application for Private Irrigation System Installation (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-LRSL, Land Use Permit Application for Locality Reduced Speed Limits (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-LS, Land Use Permit Application for Landscape Installation and Maintenance (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-LT, Land Use Permit Application for Lighting Installation (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-MFV, Land Use Permit Application for Local Program for the Temporary Occupation of Right-of-Way by Mobile Food Vendors (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-OAVC, Land Use Permit Application for Outdoor Advertising Vegetation Control (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-OC, Land Use Permit Application Open Cut Pavement Restoration Requirements (rev. 4/2017)

Land Use Permit LUP-OTLP, Land Use Permit Application for One Time Litter Pickup (rev. 12/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-PRC, Land Use Permit Application for Photo-Red Camera System Installation (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-PRU, Land Use Permit Application Prior Rights Utility (rev. 8/2014)

Land Use Permit LUP-PSMD, Land Use Permit Application for Sign Installation for the Prohibition of Specific Mobility Devices (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-PU, Land Use Permit Application for Private Utility Service Crossing (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-RM, Land Use Permit Application for Roadside Memorial Installation (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-RWZU, Land Use Permit Application for Regional Work Zone Traffic Control for Utility Work Located off Right-of-Way (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-SDS, Land Use Permit Application for Storm Drain Stenciling (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-SE, Land Use Permit Application for Special Events (rev. 11/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-STS, Land Use Permit Application for Small Transit Shelter (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-SUSCF, Land Use Permit Application for Single-Use Permit Wireless Small Cell Facilities Co-Location (rev. 11/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-SUSO, Land Use Permit Application for Surveying Operation (rev. 11/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-SUTLE, Land Use Permit Application for Single-Use Temporary Logging Entrances (rev. 11/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-SUWFC, Land Use Permit Application for Installation of Wireless Facility Co-Location (rev. 11/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-SUWSS, Land Use Permit Application for Single Use Wireless Support Structure (rev. 11/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-SWCD, Land Use Permit Application for Soil and Water Conservation District Sign Installation (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-SZPE, Land Use Permit Application for School Zone Photo Enforcement (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-SZSL, Land Use Permit Application for School Zone Speed Limit (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-UT, Land Use Permit Application for Utility Installations (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-UTT, Land Use Permit Application for Biennial Utility Tree Trimming Operations (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-VCSB, Land Use Permit Application for Vegetation Control Single Business (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-VM, Land Use Permit Application for Volunteer Mowing Activities (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-WSP, Land Use Permit Application for Wayfinding Sign Program (rev. 10/2024)

Land Use Permit LUP-WZSSC, Land Use Permit Application for Work Zone Speed Safety Cameras (rev. 10/2024)