Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 39 - Transportation, Department of
Rule 39.03.42 - RULES GOVERNING HIGHWAY RIGHT-OF-WAY ENCROACHMENTS ON STATE RIGHTS-OF-WAY
Section 39.03.42.402 - AUXILIARY LANES
Current through August 31, 2023
Review Required. Reviews shall be conducted to determine the need to provide turn lanes, deceleration lanes and acceleration lanes on the state highway prior to issuing an approach permit. Consideration of auxiliary lanes shall meet the following conditions: (3-31-22)
01. Traffic Engineering Study. A traffic engineering study shall be made that considers highway operating speed, traffic volumes, projected turning movement volumes, availability of passing opportunities, sight distance, and collision history. (3-31-22)
02. Auxiliary Lanes to Enhance Roadside Business. Auxiliary lanes shall not be constructed to enhance a new roadside business, unless the applicant is willing to pay the full cost. (3-31-22)
03. Auxiliary Lanes Required by Planned Development. Auxiliary lanes required as a result of a planned development, shall be paid for by the developer. When the need for an auxiliary lane exists prior to an application for a planned development, the developer may not be required to pay for the lane unless such construction precedes the Department's construction schedule. (3-31-22)
