Transportation Enhancement Activities - Guidance
The following guidance will help States and project sponsors meet Transportation Enhancement Activities (TE) requirements and provide best practices for accessibility, design, construction, and maintenance.
The Federal Highway Administration issued Guidance for Transportation Enhancement (TE) Activities on December 17, 1999. FHWA periodically makes corrections and clarifications, which are noted in the text.
See also:
Transportation Enhancement Activities Guidance
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