Common use of Build Alternatives Clause in Contracts

Build Alternatives. i. When there is a large number of build alternatives, only a representative sampling of the most reasonable examples covering the full range of alternatives must be presented. ii. Determining the number of reasonable build alternatives in the EA depends on the project and the facts and circumstances of each case. iii. Describe the various build alternatives using maps or other visual aids, such as photographs, drawings, typical sections, or sketches. iv. A clear understanding of each alternative’s termini, location, costs, and the project concept should be detailed including: 1. Number of lanes 2. Right-of-way (ROW) requirements 3. Median width 4. Access control. v. Identify the status and extent of the different types of ROW that may be used for the alternatives under consideration for the project: 1. Land that has been or will be reserved or dedicated by local government(s). 2. Land to be donated by individuals. 3. Land to be acquired through advance or hardship acquisition. NOTE: Where such lands are reserved, the EA should state that the reserved lands will not influence the alternatives to be selected. vi. Development of more detailed design for some aspects (e.g., USACE or USCG permits, noise factors, and wetlands) of one or more alternatives may be necessary during preparation of the EA to evaluate impacts or mitigation measures or to address issues raised by other agencies or the public. DocuSign Envelope ID: 4542C97A-A0BF-4F41-B2F5-F020508C38AA vii. The choice of a preferred alternative is made following the evaluation of alternatives, early coordination, engineering analyses and environmental studies. Districts usually make this decision.

Build Alternatives. i. When there is a large number of build alternatives, only a representative sampling of the most reasonable examples covering the full range of alternatives must be presented. ii. Determining the number of reasonable build alternatives in the EA depends on the project and the facts and circumstances of each case. iii. Describe the various build alternatives using maps or other visual aids, such as photographs, drawings, typical sections, or sketches. iv. A clear understanding of each alternative’s termini, location, costs, and the project concept should be detailed including: 1. Number of lanes 2. Right-of-way (ROW) requirements 3. Median width 4. Access control. v. Identify the status and extent of the different types of ROW that may be used for the alternatives under consideration for the project: 1. Land that has been or will be reserved or dedicated by local government(s). 2. Land to be donated by individuals. 3. Land to be acquired through advance or hardship acquisition. NOTE: Where such lands are reserved, the EA should state that the reserved lands will not influence the alternatives to be selected. vi. Development of more detailed design for some aspects (e.g., USACE or USCG permits, noise factors, and wetlands) of one or more alternatives may be necessary during preparation of the EA to evaluate impacts or mitigation measures or to address issues raised by other agencies or the public. DocuSign Envelope ID: 4542C97A45A56478-A0BF-4F41C163-B2F542E7-F020508C38AAAE73-4A77A86451FF vii. The choice of a preferred alternative is made following the evaluation of alternatives, early coordination, engineering analyses and environmental studies. Districts usually make this decision.

Build Alternatives. i. When there is a large number of build alternatives, only a representative sampling of the most reasonable examples covering the full range of alternatives must be presented. ii. Determining the number of reasonable build alternatives in the EA depends on the project and the facts and circumstances of each case. iii. Describe the various build alternatives using maps or other visual aids, such as photographs, drawings, typical sections, or sketches. iv. A clear understanding of each alternative’s termini, location, costs, and the project concept should be detailed including: 1. Number of lanes 2. Right-of-way (ROW) requirements 3. Median width 4. Access control. v. Identify the status and extent of the different types of ROW that may be used for the alternatives under consideration for the project: 1. Land that has been or will be reserved or dedicated by local government(s). 2. Land to be donated by individuals. 3. Land to be acquired through advance or hardship acquisition. NOTE: Where such lands are reserved, the EA should state that the reserved lands will not influence the alternatives to be selected. vi. Development of more detailed design for some aspects (e.g., USACE or USCG permits, noise factors, and wetlands) of one or more alternatives may be necessary during preparation of the EA to evaluate impacts or mitigation measures or to address issues raised by other agencies or the public. DocuSign Envelope ID: 4542C97A4154F7E6-A0BF-4F4147C6-B2F548AD-F020508C38AABA70-902BFE5F00DC vii. The choice of a preferred alternative is made following the evaluation of alternatives, early coordination, engineering analyses and environmental studies. Districts usually make this decision.

Build Alternatives. i. When there is a large number of build alternatives, only a representative sampling of the most reasonable examples covering the full range of alternatives must be presented. ii. Determining the number of reasonable build alternatives in the EA depends on the project and the facts and circumstances of each case. iii. Describe the various build alternatives using maps or other visual aids, such as photographs, drawings, typical sections, or sketches. iv. A clear understanding of each alternative’s termini, location, costs, and the project concept should be detailed including: 1. Number of lanes 2. Right-of-way (ROW) requirements 3. Median width 4. Access control. v. Identify the status and extent of the different types of ROW that may be used for the alternatives under consideration for the project: 1. Land that has been or will be reserved or dedicated by local government(s). 2. Land to be donated by individuals. 3. Land to be acquired through advance or hardship acquisition. NOTE: Where such lands are reserved, the EA should state that the reserved lands will not influence the alternatives to be selected. vi. Development of more detailed design for some aspects (e.g., USACE or USCG permits, noise factors, and wetlands) of one or more alternatives may be necessary during preparation of the EA to evaluate impacts or mitigation measures or to address issues raised by other agencies or the public. DocuSign Envelope ID: 4542C97A96ECF328-A0BF-4F41ADFC-48E2-B2F5-F020508C38AAAAEF-44272BE1E265 vii. The choice of a preferred alternative is made following the evaluation of alternatives, early coordination, engineering analyses and environmental studies. Districts usually make this decision.