TxDOT
Utility Installation Review (UIR)
System
A new advancement in the TxDOT utility program
Utility Installation Review System
(UIR)
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Internet-based utility permit application
for receiving, reviewing, and approving
utility permits.
Part of statewide GIS utility inventory.
Product of research project 5-2110.
Utility Installation Review (UIR)
Benefits
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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
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Initial meeting with District
Region IRA / security officer session
Workshop (TxDOT users)
Workshop (utility companies)
Post-workshop activity
Activation on production server
Information for Implementation
(District)
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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
Participants will be able to:
Recognize importance of an accurate
utility inventory
Identify benefits of (UIR) system
Login, navigate, and review utility
permits
Describe and understand steps involved
in online permitting
Questions ?
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: jcoope2@dot.state.tx.us