Utah Admin. Code R920-4-11 - Public Notification Requirements

(1) The region permit officer may require the applicant to provide advance notification to the general public regarding the special road use, depending on the nature of the roadway being used, the time of day of the use, and the impact on the non-participating traveling public and adjacent businesses.

(2) The region permit officer may require the applicant to inform the general public about the date, time, affected roads, traffic impacts, an estimate of the anticipated length of delay, and other information necessary to provide reasonable notice to the public of the special road use. The methods of notification may include:

(a) a news release distributed to all local radio stations, television stations, and newspapers that announce the event and advise residents of alternate routes and potential delays;

(b) the posting of signs, including variable message signs, along the special road use route for a reasonable period before the event;

(c) the applicant contacting residents and businesses along the special road use route; and

(d) the retention of a dedicated agent or public relations firm to maximize the distribution of the message.

(3) Signs required to be posted pursuant to this rule, including variable message signs, may not advertise the event itself or private products or services.

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Utah Admin. Code R920-4-11

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2016-3, effective 1/7/2016 Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-23, effective 11/21/2023