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Standards and Guidelines


This section provides important information for firms doing design and construction work for the Department of Transportation. If you do not find the information you are looking for please contact the department at (202) 673-6813 or send an email to ddot.webmaster@dc.gov.

DC Streetcar Design Criteria

This manual provides a general framework and the basis for a uniform design for the proposed DC streetcar system.

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Public Realm Design Manual

The public realm is a vital aspect of the built environment that helps to give a city its identity. It primarily consists of the roadways, sidewalks, parks, plazas, and other open spaces.

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Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices

The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, or MUTCD defines the standards used by road managers nationwide to install and maintain traffic control devices on all public streets, highways, bikeways, and private roads open to public traffic.

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Roundtable Discussion of Proposed DDOT Regulations

On October 1, 2010, DDOT published proposed amendments to the Municipal Regulations [DCMR] governing excavation in public space. This document presents potential revisions to the proposed language.

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Design and Engineering Manual

The District of Columbia Department of Transportation (DDOT) Manual for Design and Engineering describes the Department’s procedures and standards for preparing project construction documents.

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Work Zone Safety and Mobility Policy

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is committed to reducing congestion in and around work zones without compromising the safety of workers and the public.

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Right of Way Policies and Procedures Manual

The right of way (ROW) policies and procedures are intended to establish a fair and efficient manner to complete the acquisitions or transfers of property, consistent with federal and local regulations.

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Policy & Process for Access to the DC Interstate & Freeway System

This document describes the procedures for reviewing and approving requests for new or modified access to the Interstate and Freeway system within the District of Columbia.

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Speed Hump Request

The use of speed humps can reduce the negative effects of motor vehicle use, alter driver behavior, and improve conditions for pedestrians and non-motorized street and roadway users.

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Construction Management Manual

The District of Columbia Department of Transportation (DDOT) Office Manual for Construction Management (CM) presents DDOT’s procedures and standards for managing and administering construction projects.

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Utility Work Zone Typicals

The twenty-one (21) approved traffic control plan (TCP) typicals are used primarily for utility excavation, but can also be modified to use for other work within the public right-of-way.

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Providing Engineering Guidance

Road Construction: Heavy Equipment

Construction Management Manual

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) Office Manual for Construction Management (CM) presents DDOT’s procedures and standards for managing and administering construction projects.

 
Interstate Highway Construction

Policy and Process for Access to the District of Columbia Interstate and Freeway System

This document describes the procedures for reviewing and approving requests for new or modified access to the Interstate and Freeway system within the District of Columbia.

 
Sidewalk Construction

Sidewalk Construction Guidelines and Policy

Nationally recognized guidelines for street and highway design recommend that sidewalks be constructed in areas with pedestrian activity, especially in residential and school areas.

 
Traffic Calming Speed Bump

Speed Hump Request

The use of speed humps can reduce the negative effects of motor vehicle use, alter driver behavior, and improve conditions for pedestrians and non-motorized street and roadway users.

 
Traffic Control Signs

Temporary Traffic Control Manual

The guidelines provided in this manual may be used as a resource in preparing a traffic control plan to submit with your public space permit application for your proposed work zone or construction staging area on public space.

 
Road Repair

Utility Work Zone Typicals

The twenty-one (21) approved traffic control plan (TCP) typicals are used for utility excavation.

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