Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM)
The Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM) is issued in January of each year, and is updated through Local Programs Procedures (LPPs). It describes the various procedures required to process Federal and State funded local transportation projects. The full version can be viewed here, or by individual Chapter listed below:
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| Individual Chapters: | Last Update |
|---|---|
| Chapter 1: Introduction and Overview | January 2024 |
| Chapter 2: Roles and Responsibilities | January 2024 |
| Chapter 3: Project Authorization | January 2024 |
| Chapter 4: Agreements | January 2024 |
| Chapter 5: Invoicing | January 2024 |
| Chapter 6: Environmental Procedures | January 2024 |
| Chapter 7: Field Review | January 2024 |
| Chapter 8: Public Hearings | January 2024 |
| Chapter 9: Civil Rights and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises | January 2024 |
| Chapter 10: Consultant Selection | January 2024 |
| Chapter 11: Design Guidance | January 2024 |
| Chapter 12: Plans, Specifications & Estimate | January 2024 |
| Chapter 13: Right of Way | January 2024 |
| Chapter 14: Utility Relocations | January 2024 |
| Chapter 15: Advertise and Award Project | January 2024 |
| Chapter 16: Administer Construction Contracts | January 2024 |
| Chapter 17: Project Completion | January 2024 |
| Chapter 18: Maintenance | January 2024 |
| Chapter 19: Reserved for Future Use | |
| Chapter 20: Audits & Corrective Actions | January 2024 |
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