The following definitions apply to rules contained in this Section:
- (1) "Agreement" means a properly executed document granting permission for a utility encroachment on the highway right‑of‑way and stipulating any and all conditions and standards that must be met.
- (2) "Applicant" means any individual, corporation, or agency requesting permission to encroach upon the right‑of‑way of any highway in the State Highway System whether or not permission has been granted.
- (3) "Department" means the North Carolina Department of Transportation.
- (4) "Encroachment" means use of the highway right‑of‑way for non‑highway purposes.
History Note: Authority G.S. 136‑18(5); 136‑18(10); 143‑350(f);
Eff. April 3, 1981;
Amended Eff. October 1, 1993;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. September 6, 2016.