No part of the information on this site may be reproduced forprofit or sold for profit. (3)Work to conform to Department standards. (2)Where property abutting the right-of-way line could be used as parking area, the permit may require curbing, permanent guardrail, or fencing to be constructed along the right-of-way line in order to prohibit vehicle encroachment upon the sidewalk or shoulder area. Pavement edgeThe edge of the main traveled portion of any highway, exclusive of shoulder. It shall be extended around the driveway radii to the right-of-way line. Please be as descriptive as possible on the details screen so we can share your feedback with the appropriate personnel. Table 3Safe Sight Distance for passenger cars and single unit trucks exiting from driveways onto four and six-lane roads. Recommend use of PennDOT standards for state highways. No, PennDOT will not cut slopes or vegetation to improve sight distance according to PA Title 67, Chapter 441, because sight distance improvement is the responsibility of the driveway owner. A. General requirements shall be as follows: (1)The ability of a driveway to safely and efficiently function as an integral component of a highway system requires that its design and construction be based on the amount and type of traffic that it is expected to serve and the type and character of roadway which it accesses. Private roads and driveways 212.106(d) (4): Truck pulloffs and hazardous grades 212.106(d) (5): Temporary traffic control (4)Cost. The Pennsylvania Code website reflects the Pennsylvania Code (2)Electrically powered devices. 1392, unless otherwise noted. (3)Details of internal traffic circulation, parking, and traffic signs. No statutes or acts will be found at this website. All disturbed slopes or earthen areas shall be restored to their original condition, or in a manner approved by the Department. Limited access highwayA highway to which owners or occupants of abutting lands and other persons have no legal right of access except at points and in the manner determined by the Department. (15)Damage to highway. Table 4Safe Sight Distance for buses and combinations exiting from driveways onto four and six-lane roads. The Department will not grant or deny the permit application until 30 days after receipt of the written notice by the fee title holder. (C)When the highway grade in the section to be used for acceleration after leaving the driveway descends at 3.05.0%, sight distance in the direction of approaching descending highway traffic may be reduced by a factor of 0.6. (iii)The conditions, restrictions, and provisions of the permit. (3)Applications for driveways providing access to drive-in-service developments shall, when requested, include information relative to the amount of storage provided between the service facility and the right-of-way, the number of service operations anticipated during peak periods, and the hours and days of operation. (7)Shall, when submitted by an applicant other than a fee title holder, contain: (A)The fee title holder consents to the application. See Figure 6. 67 Pa. Code 441.7 - General driveway requirements; 67 Pa. Code 441.7 - General driveway requirements . a left turn into a driveway. (2)The radii of internal curves shall be as large as possible to allow a direct movement from the highway into a proper position to obtain service or parking without any interference to other vehicles attempting the same maneuver. Sight distance requirements for driveways shall be in accordance with PennDOT regulations, 67 Pa. Code, Chapter 441, "Access to and Occupancy of Highways by Driveways and Local Roads," or successor publication. AccessA driveway, street or other means of passage of vehicles between the highway and abutting property, including acceleration and deceleration lanes and such drainage structures as may be necessary for the proper construction and maintenance thereof. (v)the applicant executes an indemnity agreement satisfactory to the Commonwealth. Although driveway opening on to State highway was established prior to promulgation of the regulations, the regulation could be applied retroactively to reasonably limit ingress and egress since property is held subject to valid police power regulations made, and to be made, for the health and comfort of the people. Department of Transportation v. Longo, 510 A.2d 832 (Pa. Cmwlth. (4)The Department may require the permittee to locate an access driveway directly across from a highway, local road, or access driveway on the opposite side of the roadway if it is judged that offset driveways will not permit left turns to be made safely or that access across the roadway from one access to the other will create a safety hazard. EgressThe exit of vehicular traffic from abutting properties to a highway. Disposition of materials shall comply with the following: (i)The permittee shall keep the improved area free of all material which may be deposited by vehicles traveling upon or entering onto the highway during the performance of work authorized by the permit. Stopping sight distance is influenced by both vertical and horizontal alignment. (A)When the highway grade in the section to be used for acceleration, after leaving the driveway, ascends at 3.05.0%, the sight distance in the direction of approaching ascending traffic may be increased by a factor of 1.4. Additional grounds for revocation shall be as follows: (1)The Secretary may revoke a permit whenever he determines that the driveway or approaches or their use constitute a hazard to traffic or interferes with the proper use of the highway by the Department or the public. Where the width of the highway right-of-way is insufficient to permit the construction of a needed auxiliary lane, the permittee shall provide any necessary additional right-of-way. The longitudinal slope of the sidewalk shall not exceed two inches per foot. (a)General rule. (2)The design features described in this section and illustrated in the attendant figures are to be used by the applicant in designing the driveway plans which accompany the application. (3)Shall include five sets of plans, of a quality sufficient for microfilming, detailing the location and pertinent dimensions of both the proposed installation and related highway features. changes effective through 52 Pa.B. (a)General. If a drainage release cannot be obtained from any affected property owner, the Department may nonetheless issue a permit if it determines that there is no reasonable and prudent alternative available to the applicant and the applicant executes an indemnification agreement acceptable to the Department. This section cited in 67 Pa. Code 441.8 (relating to driveway design requirements). The permit may require the installation of a left turn stand-by lane to separate and protect left turning vehicles from through traffic if failure to do so would result in an undue hazard to the traveling public. Permits will not be issued to contractors of the property owner nor to any person other than the owner of the property. (B)If the driveway grade would exceed 8.0%, depress the outer edge of the sidewalk and maintain a maximum sidewalk cross slope of 6.0%. This will enable the driveway slope to stay within the 8.0% slope limit. Controlling the direction that has the best sight distance . Stabilized materialAny aggregate such as aggregate cement, aggregate bituminous or lime pozzyolan, placed in such a manner as to provide a smooth, stable, all-weather surface not subject to undue raveling. PennDOT issues a variety of different Highway Occupancy Permits (HOPs) to property owners, developers, utility companies, municipalities and municipal authorities, and other interested parties who desire access to the state's right-of-way. These regulations are made pursuant to the State Highway Law (36 P. S. 670-101670-1102), especially section 420 thereof (36 P. S. 670-420). Turnpike Website. Flagmen shall be provided as specified in the permit and in accordance with Publication 43 and Publication 90. Allow no more than three dwelling units to gain access to a private driveway. Kudos/Thank You. The permit may require the installation of a left turn stand-by lane to separate and protect left turning vehicles from through traffic if failure to do so would result in an undue hazard to the traveling public. (C)If the sidewalk cross slope would exceed 6.0%, as indicated in clause (B) of this subparagraph, depress the entire sidewalk. Sight distance is adequate to safely allow each permitted movement to be made into or out of the access driveway. SEG. 441.8(h)(2)(iv)) Driveway location maximizes sight distance Justification provided for sight distance values that are less than the safe sight distance values Parked cars obstruct sight line for exiting vehicles? When required, auxiliary lanes shall be constructed, at no cost to the Department, in accordance with the Roadway Construction Standards and Form 408. Exceptions will be considered only if the enforcement of this subsection would result in the prohibition of reasonable access from the adjacent property to the highway system. Easily sign the form with your finger. See Figure 3. Publication 68A Department publication containing regulations governing the design, location, and operation of all official traffic signs, signals, and markings on and along highways. This curb shall be placed in line with existing curb or two feet back of the shoulder or ditch line on uncurbed highways. The vehicle's height must be measured at 3.50 feet above the proposed driveway surface and highway pavement surface. construction safety and health regulations, 39 Fed. (ii)The permittee shall be responsible for controlling dust conditions created by its operations. In the event the permittee fails to refill the ditch or trench or proceed to completion of the work upon notice from the Department to do so, the Department may perform the necessary and required work and shall be reimbursed for the costs by the permittee within 30 days after receipt of the Departments invoice. The provisions of this Chapter 441 issued under the State Highway Law (36 P. S. 670-420), unless otherwise noted. All disturbed portions of the highway, including slopes and all appurtenances and structures such as guard rail or drain pipes, shall be restored by the permittee to a condition at least equal to that which existed before the start of any work authorized by the permit. The fact that the Department of Transportation issued a highway occupancy permit for direct access does not preempt the townships ability to abide by its duly enacted ordinance, which contains safety standards stricter than the Departments. Record the speed of the vehicle at consistent data points along the . DepartmentThe Department of Transportation of the Commonwealth. Divided highwayA highway divided into two or more roadways and so constructed as to impede vehicular traffic between the roadways by providing an intervening space, physical barrier, or clearly indicated dividing section. No statutes or acts will be found at this website. (iv)High volume driveway, see Figure 10. (i)The driveway approaches shall be installed 1 1/2 inches above the adjacent roadway or the gutter grade to maintain proper drainage. This will eliminate the need for depressing the back edge of the sidewalk. PennDOT LTAP technical INFORMATION SHEET#137 REVIS ED SUMMER/2014 400 North Street, 6th Floor . Sight Distance (Corner sight distance) The maximum distance that a driver can see objects such as traffic signs, pavement markings and moving objects. CommonwealthThe Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 4904), makes it a misdemeanor for a person to mislead a public servant in performing an official function by making any written false statement which the person does not believe to be true. This chapter separates driveways into four classifications, based on the amount of traffic they are expected to serve. If the permittee has not completed all authorized work by the completion date specified on the permit, an application shall be submitted requesting a time extension. Publication 43A Department publication, sometimes called Bulletin 43, containing requirements for the maintenance and protection of traffic on construction projects. (h)Drainage release for other than minimum use driveways. Meets 441 minimum safe stopping sight distance (Ch. The permittee shall, at his own expense, install and maintain all nonelectrically powered traffic control devices, as specified in the permit, which are required to provide for the safe and orderly movement of vehicular or pedestrian traffic, or both. All driveways and adjacent areas within the highway right-of-way shall be continuously maintained by the property owner so as to conform to the permit and so as not to interfere or be inconsistent with the design, maintenance, and drainage of the highway, or the safe and convenient passage of traffic upon the highway. (2)Issuance of a permit shall be conditioned upon the Departments approval of the drainage control plan. Permits will not be issued for bus stop shelters or phone booths, or for advertising signs, liquid fuel pumps, loading platforms, weight scales, or any structure which the Department deems not proper for occupancy of the right-of-way. The location of the pullover area should be based on reasonable sight distance. Conditions for sight distance shall be as follows: (1)Access driveways shall be located at a point within the property frontage limits which provides at least the minimum sight distance listed in the appropriate following table: Table 1Safe Sight Distance for passenger cars and single unit trucks exiting from driveways onto two-lane roads. (2)Left turn stand-by lanes. (j)Auxiliary lanes. The crosswalk on the lane was not between existing curb lines available to vehicular traffic on the street; it is beyond the outer edge of the shoulder, along which curbing may be located on the street. R Available to PennDOT staff only. Crigler v. City of Philadelphia, 667 A.2d 470 (Pa. Cmwlth. PlansDrawings which show the location, character, and dimensions of the proposed occupancy and related highway features, including layouts, profiles, cross sections, drainage, and other details. 1986); affirmed 518 A.2d 265 (Pa. 1986). (i)Plans for other than minimum use driveways. This section cited in 67 Pa. Code 441.6 (relating to general conditions). SetbackThe lateral distance between the right-of-way line and the roadside building, liquid fuel pump island, display stand, or other object, which will result in space for vehicles to stop or park between such objects and the right-of-way line. (ii)If there is a failure of the highway, including slope or any other appurtenance thereto, in the area adjacent to the immediate area of the permitted work within two years after the completion of the permitted work and there is no similar failure of the highway in the area of the permitted work or beyond the area adjacent to the area of the permitted work, it shall be presumed that the work done by the permittee was the proximate cause of the failure and the permittee shall be responsible to make all temporary and permanent restoration unless the presumption is rebutted by clear and convincing evidence. f = Wet friction of pavement (average = 0.30). The provisions of this Chapter 441 adopted March 28, 1980, effective April 1, 1980, 10 Pa. B. (g)Drainage control plan for other than minimum use driveways. Sight distance values less than desirable will be accepted only if it is impossible to achieve the desirable value by locating the driveway at any point within the property frontage boundaries. 1 Measured from a vehicle ten feet back of the pavement edge to a vehicle approaching in the outside lane. (o)Traffic control devices. The pavement cartway used for vehicular traffic was beyond the curb line which separated the highway from pedestrian traffic and was, therefore, the responsibility of the Commonwealth, not the city. Open form follow the instructions. Drainage pipe installed under driveways shall be at least 15 inches in diameter. Table 2Safe Sight Distance for buses and combinations exiting from driveways onto two-lane roads. Absent an agreement on maintenance at an intersection of a city street and a state highway, the State is responsible for maintaining only that portion of the vehicular intersection between actual or extended curb lines of its highway, without any reference to sidewalks; the city is responsible for maintaining crosswalks and other areas up to the actual or extended curb lines of the state highway at the vehicular intersection. (a)Permit issuance fees. RoadwayThat portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel, exclusive of the sidewalk or shoulder. For sidewalks narrower than five feet, the curb will be sloped and the back edge of the sidewalk will be depressed (maximum 1 1/2 inches) to maintain an 8.0% maximum grade on the driveway. All traffic control devices shall be of an approved type. Although the Department of Transportation had authority to approve satisfactory completion of roadwork authorized by its permit, regulations did not confer upon the Department the authority to permit landowner to open and operate a new land use; Township had authority to enforce its zoning ordinance and land development regulations, and had final approval of the land development and issuance of the required certificate of occupancy. m-950s (03-04) penndot driveway sight dist' (for local roads, safe-running speed grade sight line applicant seg. (4)The area between the right-of-way line adjacent to and on both sides of a driveway shall be used as a clear zone to provide a physical barrier between the traveled way and activity on private property. The provisions of this 441.3 amended under section 420 of the State Highway Law (36 P.S. (2)The distance from the edge of pavement of the intersecting highway to the radius of the first permitted driveway shall be a minimum of 20 feet on curbed highways and 30 feet on uncurbed highways. Multiple driveways serving the same property must be separated by a minimum distance of 15 feet measured along the right-of-way line and 20 feet measured along the shoulder, ditch line, or curb. Section 4904 of the Crimes Code, (18 Pa. C.S. distance required driver of a vehicle intending to make a left turn cle approaching from the opposite direction. If sight distance requirements as specified in this Part cannot be met, the Township may: (3)Requests for removal of a median divisor will not be granted without the approval of the director. (b)Angle of access driveway approach. (v)Dimensions of traffic islands adjacent to the highway and within the development that separate traffic flow from or onto the highway. M-950K - Obligation Bond (Driveway) M-950K1 - Blanket Obligation Bond (Driveway) M-950L - Irrevocable Letter of Credit (Driveway) M-950MPC - Land Use Questionnaire (Driveway) M-950R1 - Access Approval Procedure Worksheet and Sample Letter (Driveway) M-950S - Measuring Driveway Sight Distances (Driveway) TR-478A - Report on Compaction Density . (f)Site requirements. (2)A listing of these municipalities and local agencies is available from the appropriate district office. Central Permit OfficeThe office for the control of issuance of permits located at: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17120-0041 441.8(h)) Embankment removal - sight line profile provided Sight distance . (viii)A permit shall be valid only as long as the traffic volume of the driveway does not exceed the approved driveway classification as set forth in 441.8(a) of this title (relating to driveway design requirements). Permits are not required for the placing of newspaper receptacles or mail boxes, although their location is subject to the maintenance requirements of the Department. (2)The free movement of normal highway traffic is not impaired. Traveled wayThe portion of the roadway for the movement of vehicles, exclusive of shoulders and auxiliary lanes. (m)Median openings. (B)Act of December 10, 1974 (P. L. 852, No. A description of each classification and typical examples of land uses normally associated with each follows: (i)Minimum use driveway, see Figure 7. . No part of the information on this site may be reproduced for profit or sold for profit. Where the existing shoulder on either side of a proposed low, medium, or high volume driveway is not adequate to allow its use by turning vehicles, the permittee shall upgrade the shoulder area for a minimum of 100 feet on either side of the driveway. Medians must be a minimum of six feet wide to allow for a pedestrian refuge area. The longitudinal slope of the sidewalk shall not exceed two inches per foot. b. Table 6Safe Sight Distance for buses and combinations entering driveways by left turns. (ii)Posted speeds shall be used unless operating speeds vary from the posted speed by more than ten miles per hour, in which case the Department may require that operating speeds be used. This section cited in 67 Pa. Code 212.5 (relating to installation and maintenance responsibilities). Thus, the State would have no liability for plaintiffs injuries caused by a fall in a pothole on the crosswalk of the lane. 4624. If an auxiliary lane must be located in front of property of another person, the applicant shall be required to secure the approval of the other person or indemnify the Commonwealth against any action which the other person may bring against the Commonwealth. Permit applications shall be submitted prior to the construction of any building which the proposed driveway will serve to assure that the driveway can be constructed in accordance with this chapter. General inspection fees shall be used to defray costs incurred by the Department in spot inspection of permitted work or subsequent inspection after the permitted work has been completed, to insure compliance with the permit and this chapter; they shall be as follows: (c)Exemptions. (d)Local roads. (4)Grade requirements in uncurbed shoulders within the right-of-way shall conform to Figure 1. A roadway designed to criteria employs a horizontal and vertical alignment and a cross section that provides at least the minimum stopping sight distance through the entire facility. changes effective through 52 Pa.B. Driveways shall be located, designed, constructed and maintained in such a manner as not to interfere or be inconsistent with the design, maintenance and drainage of the highway. (vi)The permittee shall be the only party in interest in any action against the Department before the Board of Claims involving disputes arising from the permit. DirectorThe director of the Departments Bureau of Highway Services. (iii)Proof that the applicant executed and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds in the appropriate county or counties, a covenant running with the land providing that all subsequent purchasers, heirs, assigns or transferees of the property take the property subject to the indemnification in subparagraph (ii), unless released by the Department. t = Perception time of motorist (average = 2.5 seconds). 8372 (December 31, 2022). (4)The Department will consider any comments or recommendations resulting from this review prior to approving the access permit. (v)If the permitted work is the proximate cause of damage to the highway, including slope or any other appurtenance thereto, beyond the adjacent area, the permittee shall be responsible for all remedial work and shall make all temporary and permanent restoration. Low, medium, and high volume driveways which provide access to paved highways shall be paved within the right-of-way. Driveway design requirements. Addi onal sight distance should be provided at decision points. (2)Where a drainage ditch or swale exists, the permittee shall install adequate pipe under the driveway in accordance with Form 408. 4159. (d)Permits not issued for certain highways. (4)Grade requirements in uncurbed shoulders within the right-of-way shall conform to Figure 1. Minimum use drivewayA residential or other driveway which is used or expected to be used by not more than 25 vehicles per day. 3.0 Intersection Sight Distance / Vision Corners . stopping sight distances should be used. (vii)Disputes between the permittee and the Department shall be governed by the appropriate provisions in Form 408. Purpose . 1995). (vi)Hydraulic computations showing effect of additional flow on existing highway drainage system. (iii)When a planted area exists in front of the sidewalk, one of the following three cases shall apply: (A)When the grass strip between the curb and the sidewalk is wide enough to maintain an 8.0% maximum driveway approach grade, construct the driveway as shown in Figure 2. (B)Location of traffic signal heads, poles, controller, and detectors. (e)Application procedure and required information. (5)Restoration of slopes. (1)Normally, only one driveway will be permitted for a residential property and not more than two driveways will be permitted for a nonresidential property. Where the existing shoulder on either side of a proposed low, medium, or high volume driveway is not adequate to allow its use by turning vehicles, the permittee shall upgrade the shoulder area for a minimum of 100 feet on either side of the driveway. (4)Shall be accompanied by a check or money order, payable to the Department, in the appropriate amount, as set forth in 441.4 (relating to permit fees). Except for joint-use driveways, no portion of any access shall be located outside of the property frontage boundary line. Any open trench or hole shall be adequately barricaded to prevent possible injury to pedestrians and the motoring public. The permit will be the authority of the applicant to proceed with the work and will also serve as a receipt for the fees accompanying the application. (5)Lane in front of another property. (g)Requesting permit time extension. This area shall remain free of any obstructions which may interfere with a clear line of vision for entering or exiting vehicles. A description of each classification and typical examples of land uses normally associated with each follows: (i)Minimum use driveway, see Figure 7. (3)The side slopes for driveway embankments within the right-of-way shall not be steeper than ten to one. (C)If the sidewalk cross slope would exceed 6.0%, as indicated in clause (B) of this subparagraph, depress the entire sidewalk. 260) (72 P. S. 4651-14651-10) which provides that the Board of Claims shall have jurisdiction of claims against the Commonwealth arising from contracts. See Figure 5. Recommend 5-15 foot minimum on local roads. When required by the permit, a speed change lane of sufficient length and width shall be constructed to allow vehicles to safely decelerate or accelerate when entering or leaving the property. (8)Equipment damaging highway. 8372 (December 31, 2022). M950S (304) M950S PENNDOT (0304) PENNDOT DRIVEWAY SIGHT DISTANCE MEASUREMENTS (FOR LOCAL ROADS, USE PENNDOT PUB 70) APPLICANT APPLICATION NO. (d)Additional inspection fees. Issuance fees shall be used to defray costs incurred by the Department in reviewing and processing the application and plan, including the preliminary review of the site location identified in the application, and issuing and processing the permit. (9)Traffic protection and maintenance. This includes providing appropriate end treatments on guard rail systems where existing guard rail is being broken by the driveway. If approved, a supplement may be issued by the district office, authorizing work to continue for an additional six-month period. If the applicant does not hold fee title to the property, the applicant shall notify the fee title holder that an application has been submitted. (iii)Driveway grades or profile view of drive. The Department will examine and determine the genuineness, regularity, and legality of every application, and may reject any application if not satisfied of its genuineness, regularity or legality, or the truth of any statement contained in the application.