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Tx. DOT Utility Installation Review (UIR) System A new advancement in the Tx. DOT utility program

Utility Installation Review System (UIR) Internet-based utility permit application for receiving, reviewing, and approving utility permits. v Part of statewide GIS utility inventory. v Product of research project 5 -2110. v

Utility Installation Review (UIR) Benefits Ø Ø Ø Ø Internet-based Faster, more thorough reviews Reporting and accountability Tracking of 14, 000 permits/year Document retention compliance Increased quality utility plans GIS based inventory of utilities Information for all users (maintenance, design, right of way)

Steps to Implementation Ø Ø Ø Initial meeting with District Region IRA / security officer session Workshop (Tx. DOT users) Workshop (utility companies) Post-workshop activity Activation on production server

Information for Implementation (District) Ø Ø Ø District workflow/process Offices, users, and authority levels List of utility companies and users District checklist and special provisions Confirmation of Maintenance Division record of offices and boundaries

Workshop Objectives Ø Participants will be able to: ØRecognize importance of an accurate utility inventory ØIdentify benefits of (UIR) system ØLogin, navigate, and review utility permits ØDescribe and understand steps involved in online permitting

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Jesse R. Cooper, RPLS Director Map, Survey and Utility Section Right of Way Division Texas Department of Transportation 118 E. Riverside Drive Austin, TX 78763 -5075 Phone: 512 -416 -2874 FAX : 512 -416 -2909 email: jcoope 2@dot. state. tx. us