Texas Administrative Code (TAC)

The TAC contains the rules and regulations adopted by Texas government agencies. The rules are codified within the TAC and have the force and effect of law.
43TAC, Part 1
affects TxDOT operations. It is necessary to be familiar with the applicable parts and sections of 43TAC.
Two significant issues dealt with in the TAC are:
  • Utility Agreements (
    43TAC Sections 21.21 through 21.24
    ) states that the following will be in accordance with a written agreement between the State and the utility or LPA, whichever is applicable:
    • adjustment;
    • relocation;
    • removal of utility facilities on the State highway system; and
    • reimbursement for the costs of the work.
  • Utility Accommodation Rules (UAR) defines the
    minimum
     standards for the installation, adjustment, and maintenance of utility facilities within a transportation project or new utility installations. According to
    23CFR Part G, Section 645.215
    ,TxDOT is required to submit its UAR for approval by the FHWA, which has approved it. The UAR is contained in
    43TAC Sections 21.31 through 21.56
    , and is more restrictive than the CFR.
In addition to 43TAC, the user should also reference: