Section 506 – Right-of-way corridors — Criteria and procedures applicable for designation.

• (1) Utilization of a right-of-way in common is suggested to the extent practical in order to minimize adverse environmental impacts and the proliferation of separate rights-of-way.

• (2) In designating a right-of-way corridor, the director shall take into consideration:
  • (a) national, state, and local land use policies;
  • (b) environmental quality;
  • (c) economic efficiency;
  • (d) national security;
  • (e) safety;
  • (f) good engineering and technological practices; and
  • (g) wildlife and wildlife habitat impacts.

• (3) The director shall issue rules in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, containing the criteria and procedures the DLM shall use in designating such a corridor.

• (4) An existing transportation or utility corridor may be designated as a transportation or utility corridor without further review.

Enacted by Chapter 317, 2016 General Session