MDOT receives government permit applications from local government agencies. These applications, to operate or construct publicly-owned facilities within the state highway right of way, include the following types of facilities or operations:
- Local government agency projects (traffic control signs, road and bridge reconstruction)
- Governmental signing (directional)
- Banners (event announcements)
- Route closures (parades and festivals)
- Right-of-way permit requirements for research contracts
- Highway aesthetic element guidelines
MDOT permits these types of facilities or operations in a manner which does not significantly compromise the integrity of state highway right-of-way systems, while simultaneously providing assurance to the general traveling public for the safest transportation environment possible.