TxDOT will cooperate with local governments in the consideration of such illumination systems. TxDOT personnel may assist and advise in the planning and design of such systems when requested by a local government.

Roadway lighting systems installed by local governments on a segment of the state highway system must meet all safety-related requirements under federal and state law and TxDOT functional manuals.

Local governments must obtain the approval of the state for all proposals to install illumination on a state highway. These proposals should be reviewed by TxDOT for compliance with pole placement guidelines

and the

National Electric Code

. Such installations must be in accordance with municipal maintenance agreements, if applicable, and in some cases, the local government must obtain a utility permit from the district.