Chapter 1, Utility Policy: Summarizes procedures for utility companies to obtain permits for the placement of utilities on the right of way. Policies governing the placement of utilities are contained in Title 43, Chapter 21, Sub-chapter C of the Texas Administrative Code.

Chapter 2, Uses of Right of Way (Long Term): Describes circumstances in which the public, adjacent landowners or other governmental entities are allowed to use the right of way on the state system on a long term basis.

Chapter 3, Uses of Right of Way (Temporary): Describes circumstances in which the public, adjacent landowners, local civic organizations or commercial companies may temporarily use the right of way.