Street Design Manual

Article 4.4 NCDOT Coordination A. Any time a project has the potential to impact a State-maintained roadway, all efforts should be made to coordinate with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). Therefore, a joint meeting between the applicant, NCDOT and the City is often recommended early in the process to discuss project specifics. They include, but are not limited to, access location and types, potential roadway improvements, necessary Right of Way dedication and a project timeline. B. Within the City of Raleigh’s jurisdiction, the City has site plan approval for developments; however, on State-maintained roadways the NCDOT has the ultimate authority for any work in the Right-of-Way. It is the sole responsibility of the requesting party to determine if a street is State-maintained or not. C. It is common for a project to involve both the NCDOT and the City of Raleigh. Plan submittals, review and approvals should be coordinated concurrently with both agencies to avoid conflicting requirements. In situations where an agency’s regulation differs from that of the other agency, the more restrictive of the two shall govern. D. Applicant is encouraged to coordinate early and often with the two agencies, because NCDOT’s review process does not always coincide with the City’s, the Notification of any changes to a project’s plan based on review comments or requirements is essential to avoiding delays in the approval process. E. The NCDOT’s Street and Driveway Access Permit Application requires a Local Governmental Authority’s approval prior to submission to NCDOT. F. As a project moves forward into the construction phase, both the NCDOT and the City of Raleigh have enforcement authority to ensure safety in the Right-of-Way is not being compromised. Both agencies have the ability to affect a project’s progress if there is reason to believe proper construction practices are not being adhered to and/or if unsuitable materials are being used in the Right of Way. Failure to comply with permits and the approved plans may result in revocation of permits. G. The City of Raleigh has the authority to withhold the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy until all work is completed and in compliance with the approved permits. H. For additional information regarding the coordination between NCDOT and the City of Raleigh please see NCDOT Policy on Street and Driveway Access To North Carolina Highways Manual Chapter 2, Section A.”

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