Before performing any work within the state highway right-of-way, what must a contractor obtain?

Before performing any work within the state highway right-of-way, what must a contractor obtain?

• A. A local building permit
• B. A right-of-way permit from MDT (and any local permits as required)
• C. A temporary use permit
• D. No permit required

Answer: (B)

Work within the state highway right-of-way requires obtaining a permit from MDT before starting any work, because the state controls what happens in its corridor and uses the permit to ensure proper traffic control, safety, and coordination with utilities and other users. A right-of-way permit from MDT, plus any local permits required, provides the authority and the specific requirements contractors must follow to protect the roadway, maintain safe traffic operations, and restore the area after work. A local building permit alone doesn’t authorize right-of-way activities and a temporary use permit doesn’t cover the full authorization and conditions MDT needs. There’s no situation where no permit is appropriate, since work in the state highway right-of-way is regulated to safeguard public safety and asset integrity.

Work within the state highway right-of-way requires obtaining a permit from MDT before starting any work, because the state controls what happens in its corridor and uses the permit to ensure proper traffic control, safety, and coordination with utilities and other users. A right-of-way permit from MDT, plus any local permits required, provides the authority and the specific requirements contractors must follow to protect the roadway, maintain safe traffic operations, and restore the area after work. A local building permit alone doesn’t authorize right-of-way activities and a temporary use permit doesn’t cover the full authorization and conditions MDT needs. There’s no situation where no permit is appropriate, since work in the state highway right-of-way is regulated to safeguard public safety and asset integrity.