R940-7-5. UDOT Responsibilities

(1) In addition to the specified statutory considerations, UDOT may also: (a) review requests and determine if sufficient studies have been completed in a corridor to: (i) identify environmentally sensitive areas; (ii) determine feasible alignments; (iii) determine cost-effectiveness of the project; and (iv) allow for adequate public involvement. (b) forward council recommendations to the commission and request approval for funding specific corridors; (c) acquire real property or any interest in real property necessary for corridor preservation in corridors authorized by the commission; (d) manage money of the fund; and (e) administer repayment contracts with counties and municipalities.