| Description | This regulation sets forth the policies, criteria, and procedures that VDOT, on behalf of the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB), will follow in granting permits to allow vegetation to be removed from the vicinity of signs/structures on state property controlled by the CTB. |
| State Authority | Sections 33.1-210 and 33.2-1221 (B)(3 ) of the Code of Virginia |
| Federal Authority | None. |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation | The goal of this regulation is to ensure the vegetation along Virginia’s highways is maintained in a manner that protects the safety of the traveling public. |
| Meetings | See all meetings (2) relating to this chapter. |
| Name / Title: | Steven Jack / Regulatory Manager |
| Address: |
1221 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 |
| Email Address: | steven.jack@vdot.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)786-3885 FAX: ()- TDD: ()- |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| None | ||
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| NOIRA and Periodic Review | Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 07/02/2025. |
| Amend Vegetation Control Regulations on State Rights of Way | Fast-Track | Comment period complete, but objections were filed. |
Amendment of CTB regulations per Chapter 805 of the 2014 Acts of Assembly
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 12/31/2014. |
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Amend Commissioner title in connection with legislative action
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/23/2011. |
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Update references to current regulations
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 05/11/2011. |
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Exempt Action Pursuant to Change in State Law - Role of Localities
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/28/2007. |
| Periodic Reviews | ||
| Last Activity | Status | |
|---|---|---|
| 12/13/2019 Agency Completed | Amend | |
| 9/21/2001 Agency Completed | Retain As Is | |