(1) All permit
applications that request the use of freeway rights-of-way shall reasonably
comply with the current AASHTO policy on the Accommodation of Utilities Within
the Freeway Right-of-Way. Installations that may be allowed on freeways are
generally limited to crossings only, with all of the installation work and
maintenance activities performed outside of the access control line. All permit
applications must include detailed drawings that show the location of the
proposed facility and the freeway access control lines and/or right-of-way
lines.
(2) Consideration will be
given for new longitudinal installations that can be located between the
freeway access control line and the freeway right-of-way line.
(3) Only extreme hardship cases will be
considered for new longitudinal installations that are inside the freeway
access control lines. Applications of this nature must satisfy the AASHTO
Policy requirements regarding the impact on the freeway traffic safety,
operations and maintenance; the future freeway design and construction; and
applicant must demonstrate that alternate locations are not available.
Applicant shall address each of the above subjects on the form provided by the
DM, titled Permit Variance Request. The Department will evaluate the Permit
Variance Request by applying sound engineering principles and judgment to
determine the approval or denial of the permit application.
(4) Ground-mounted facilities shall be
located to comply with the current clear zone criteria established by
AASHTO.
(5) The following
activities and installations are prohibited on Interstate Freeway right-of-way:
(a) Open cutting of the roadway
surface;
(b) Service
connections.
(6)
Generally, applicant shall not have or gain direct access, either ingress or
egress, to any of the facilities authorized by the permit from the main
traveled way of said freeway or its on or off ramps. Upon notice to the DM that
an emergency exists
and repairs are needed for the immediate protection of property
and prevention of personal injury, applicant may request direct access to said
authorized facility except that no vehicular traffic movement will be permitted
which would cross traffic or affect the normal traffic movement. A permit will
only be granted during the actual time of the emergency when applicant can
assure the safety of the freeway users.
