The paper characterizes the technical infrastructure and its role in local development processes. Theoretical deliberations are broadened by the case study of Terespol county. The study examines actions taken by local authorities in the area of the technical infrastructure development. The discussion includes the summary of opinions of county council members about the selected issues related to the county technical infrastructure development. The purpose of the diagnostic survey was the collection of council members opinions about the level of infrastructure development, infrastructure role in county development, and selected problems and priorities in infrastructure development in Terespol county.