Utility Owners must have a license to legally occupy space within state highway right-of-way.  After a license is in place, UDOT Region Permit offices can issue location-specific encroachment permits for construction and maintenance.  Utility Owners can apply for a license by contacting: 

Richard Manser at 801-965-4083 or rmanser@utah.gov. Please have your company's name, address, state of incorporation, contact person, telephone number, e-mail address, and Federal Tax ID number available.

A bond is required unless the utility:

1. Is a public utility; and
2. Is a political subdivision and a member of the municipal insurance pool; and
3. Carries liability insurance with minimum coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence and as more specifically described in the license.

Contractors and Utility Crews are required to have an encroachment permit before performing construction or maintenance work within the state's right of way.  To obtain an encroachment permit contact the UDOT Region Permit office. Permits Office link