27 CAR § 91-106. Exceptions

(a) Exceptions to any provisions of this part may be authorized under certain situations where it is shown that extreme hardship and/or unusual conditions provide justification, and where alternate measures can be prescribed in keeping with the intent of this part. (b) Any such exceptions must be: (1) Requested by an authorized person representing the utility owner; (2) Recommended for approval by the District Engineer; (3) Concurred in by the Federal Highway Administration if the exception applies to a utility facility located on the Interstate Highway System; (4) Recommended for approval by the Right of Way Division Head; and (5) Approved by the Assistant Chief Engineer-Design.