Developments of Regional Impact (DRIs) are large-scale developments that are likely to have regional effects beyond the local government jurisdiction in which they are located. Specific rules and regulations apply to DRIs to ensure that proposed developments will contribute not only to improved regional mobility and air quality, but also to land use practices.

DRIs:

• DRI studies

  LAI Engineering is experienced in performing the comprehensive studies needed to help expedite intergovernmental and regulatory authority review of these large-scale developments.

• New DRI procedures effective May 9, 2008

  DRI’s by definition are complex, and the rules and jurisdictions that apply can be daunting to non-experts. The Georgia Regional Transportation Authority (GRTA) has approved new DRI procedures, principles and technical guidelines, effective May 9, 2008, regulating DRIs in these counties: Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Coweta, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Paulding and Rockdale. Regional Development Centers (RDC) regulate DRIs in other jurisdictions and may have different rules.

  So, whether you are part of a developer team or a local municipality, we highly recommend you consult with an expert on how DRI regulations may apply to your projects.

• Executive briefing available on DRIs

  LAI Engineering provides an executive briefing on how the intergovernmental agency review process occurs on these large-scale projects. The briefing will answer questions such as these:

  • What exactly is a DRI?
  • What authority created DRI reviews?
  • Who are these guys: MPO’s, DCA’s, ARC, GRTA, RDC’s?
  • What triggers a DRI?
  • Rules vary by jurisdictions & geographies?
  • Who coordinates intergovernmental review?
  • How long should a DRI review take?
  • What about DRIs in areas unable to attain certain air quality standards?
  • What are Thresholds And Tiers?
  • What types of developments are considered DRIs?
  • What are Metro And Non-Metro DRIs?

  
  Let us help educate your team with the executive briefing: DRIs - How a Development of Regional Impact Review Works.

  To download a PDF describing our DRI Executive Briefing, click here.

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