Function of Landscape Services Office

 
Develops landscape master plan for the State Highway System; plans and develops land areas for optimum landscape management in consonance with multiple-use concepts.

Provides innovative approaches in the development and design of landscape plans, specifications and cost estimates according to the contours, natural environment and intended use of specific sites for highways projects; studies historical data and develops plans for the rehabilitation or restoration of historic sites or areas.

Reviews project plans for functional utility and aesthetical requirements of the total highway environment to include structures, roadsides, retaining walls and other highly visible facilities; reviews permit plans for its impact on the landscape of the highway system.

Develops comprehensive plans for the improvement of landscaped areas; provides design plans for the restoration or rehabilitation of landscaped areas utilizing cost and resource effective measures; develops erosion control plans for roadside, median, and interchange areas.

Establishes landscaping guidelines and procedures; recommends policies and procedures for the State highway landscape program; provides landscaping technical assistance to the Branches and District Offices; acts as Highways Division landscape liaison to Federal, State and County agencies.