In-Kind Repairs: Overview

"In-Kind Repairs" are the restoration of areas to pre-disaster conditions.

In-Kind Repairs are:

• The predominate type of ER repair.
• Usually the fastest and most cost-effective way to restore access.
• Usually meet the criteria for a Categorical Exclusion, if the repairs:
  • Occur within the existing Right-of-Way
  • Substantially conform to pre-existing design, function, and location
  • Commence within a two-year period (See 23 CFR 771.117 (9))

Note: All NEPA decisions must be documented.

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