- (1) Compliance and Assurances. Projects receiving federal funding must comply with the NEPA and Guidance standards for preconstruction, construction and post-completion compliance. The Grantee’s compliance with the FDOT’s PD&E constitutes compliance. The Department shall ensure the Grantee’s compliance with all requirements of FHWA.
- (2) Application. The Department shall submit state approved Recreational Trails Program applications to FHWA for federal approval.
- (3) Transportation Planning. The Department shall submit a list of all projects to be funded to the FDOT for inclusion in the appropriate Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) or Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
- (4) Approval. FHWA shall review all such applications. Once all projects are included in the approved STIP or TIP, FHWA and the Department shall enter into a project agreement to implement approved grant projects.
Rulemaking Authority 260.016(1)(h) FS. Law Implemented 260.016(1)(d), (f), (h), (2)(a)2. FS. History–New 5-1-01.