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2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 3NORTH CAROLINADEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONOVERSIZE/OVERWEIGHTPERMIT HANDBOOKOVERSIZE/OVERWEIGHT PERMIT UNIT
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 5Oversize/OverweightPermit HandbookIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2North Carolina Laws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Width, Height, Weight, Length, Overhang . . .2Permits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Qualification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Walk-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Method of Payment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Company Check. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Credit Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Direct Fax Escrow Account . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Permit Service Agencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Permit Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Annual Permit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Single Trip Permit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Superload Permit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Responsibility of Permittee . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Permits for Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Non-Divisible General Commodities . . . . .10Houses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Mobile/Manufactured Homes . . . . . . . . . .11Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Sealed Ship Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Self-Propelled Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Permit Rules and Regulations . . . . . . . . . .14Results of Permit Violation . . . . . . . . . . . .14Equipment/Safety Requirements . . . . . . .16Amber Flashing Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Banners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Brake Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Escorts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Flags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Height Pole Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Emergency Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Convoy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Detour of Authorized Route . . . . . . . . . . .19Holiday Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Time of Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22List of Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .251
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 18IntroductionWhen reviewing a request for the issuanceof an oversize/overweight permit, the NorthCarolina Department of Transportation’s toppriority is the safety of the motoring public andthe protection of our state highway system.The NCDOT Oversize/Overweight Permit Handbookis provided to answer questions relating to movementof qualified vehicles and/or commodities thatexceed the specified limits in North Carolina law.This booklet is for general information. Specificpublications are available upon request. Pleaserefer to page 25.North Carolina LawsWidth102 inches (8 feet 6 inches) – on all roads inNorth CarolinaHeight13 feet 6 inchesWeightGross weight is determined by the extremeaxle measurement (federal bridge law)Single axle – 20,000 poundsTandem axle – 38,000 poundsLengthSingle vehicle – 40 feetVehicle combination – 60 feetException: (Truck tractor/53-foot semi-trailercombination with no overall lengthlimitation is allowed on all roads.***Publication M-13***OverhangRear overhang in excess of 4 feet is required todisplay a 18-inch-square red flag for daytimetravel and clearance lights during nighttimetravel. Loads shall not extend more than14 feet beyond the rear of the bed or body ofthe vehicle. Maximum overhang is limited to14 feet.***Publication L-14***2
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 7PermitsQualification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Method of Payment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Permit Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Responsibility of Permittee . . . . . . . . . .9Permits for Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Permit Rules and Regulations . . . . . . .14Equipment/Safety Requirements . . . . .16Emergency Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 20QualificationTo qualify for a permit:1OverweightOne item/commodity qualifies foroverweight; multiple items do not qualifyfor an overweight permit.2OverwidthOne item/commodity or multiple itemsloaded in line qualifies for overwidth;multiple items cannot be loaded side by sidecreating width exceeding 8 feet 6 inches.3OverlengthOne item/commodity of continuouslength qualifies for overlength; multipleitems cannot be loaded in line creatingoverlength in excess of limits specified byNorth Carolina law dependent upon routeof travel.4OverheightOne item/commodity qualifies for overheight;stacked items/commodities cannot exceedthe legal height of 13 feet 6 inches.It is the responsibility of the permittee toreduce all overdimension and/or overweightloads to the least dimension and weight priorto application for a N.C. permit.ApplicationTelephoneA total of four permit requests may be acceptedduring one telephone request. Multiple permits forone multi-sectional mobile home is considered onepermit request.Toll Free Calls1-888-574-6683 (single trip permit)1-888-221-8166 (administrative personnel/annual permit/superload permit)Local Calls(919) 814-3700 (administrative personnel/annualpermit/superload permit)4
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 9FaxSingle Trip: (919) 662-4320; (919) 662-4319Annual: (919) 662-4318Address:Oversize/Overweight Permit Unit750 N Greenfield ParkwayGarner, NC 27529InternetThe Internet Permit Application System providesan easy way to apply for single trip permits.To use this system, you must register with ouroffice. A user identification and password isrequired for access to the system. InternetExplorer 4.0 or Netscape 4.5 or above is required.For a registration packet including moreinformation, call the NCDOT Central Permit Officeat(919)814-3700 or 1-888-221-8166.Method of PaymentCompany CheckPERSONAL CHECKS CANNOT BE ACCEPTEDCredit CardAmerican Express, MasterCard, Discover orVISA are accepted.Direct Fax Escrow Account(single trip permits only)An application and escrow deposit are required toestablish the account allowing a participant toreceive permits directly from the Central PermitOffice. A monthly activity statement will bemailed.***Publication DF-4***Permit Service Agencies(single trip permits only)Contact the Central Permit Office for a currentlisting of permit service agencies doing businesswith our office.***Publication PSA-10***5
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 22Permit TypeAnnual PermitFee 100 per vehicle (non-divisiblegeneral commodities) 200 per vehicle (mobile homes)Valid One year from effective dateWidth 12 feet maximum*(14 feet farm equipment)Length 105 feet hauling one item commodityor truck tractor/53-feet semi-trailercombination hauling multiplecommodities in line (not routespecific)60 feet with truck/trailercombination hauling multiplecommodities in line105-feet toter/mobilehome combinationHeight 13 feet 6 inches (legal)Overweight Minimum 51-foot wheelbase,(One item) vehicle combinations can qualifyfor movement up to 90,000pounds. (Travel not authorized onposted roads or posted bridges.)Over 90,000 pounds, route specific(exact origin, detailed route anddestination).Identified by Power unit license and serial numberIssued to Registered owner of power unit* Mobile homes not exceeding unit width of 14 feetwith a total roof overhang of 12 inches may applyfor an annual permit if moving from a manufacture,dealer sales lot (permit coissued) to customer'shomesite, another dealer or out of state. (PF-27)* Mobile homes not exceeding 16 feet with maximumof a 3 inch gutter edge may apply for an annualpermit if moving from a specific manufacturingfacility to a specific dealer sales lot identified bydealer name and license number (maximum 30routes). (PF-27 & PF-27A)6
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 11Gross Weights5, 6 or 7 axles90,000 lbs.(minimum 51-foot wheelbase)(annual permit – not to cross posted roads orposted bridges)5 axles94,500 lbs.*(*112,000 pounds with minimum 51-foot wheelbase)(annual permit – up to 10 specific routes) (PF-2A)6 axles108,000 lbs.*(*120,000 pounds with minimum 51-foot wheelbase)(annual permit – up to 10 specific routes) (PF-2A)7 axles122,000 lbs.*(*132,000 pounds with minimum 51-foot wheelbase)(annual permit – up to 10 specific routes) (PF-2A)Annual Permit inquiries: 1-888-221-8166Single Trip PermitFee 12 - 48 (state fee)Valid 10 calendar days for one single tripWidth 16 feet maximum (mobile homemay be permitted up to 16 feet)Length No overall length limitations,with the following exception:105 feet maximum for mobilehomes/total combinationHeight Maximum determined by verticalclearance along authorized routeof travelOverweight One item route specific (exactorigin, detailed route anddestination)Identified by Power unit license andserial numberIssued to Registered owner of power unit The following weights do not apply toself-propelled vehicles or off-road equipment. Maximum permit weight allowed isdetermined by the number of load supportingaxles; allowable bridge structure weights.Axle weights:Steer axleSingle axleTandem axlesTridem axles4 or more axle lbs.lbs.7
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 24Gross Weights5 axles94,500 lbs.*(*112,000 pounds with minimum 51-foot wheelbase)(single trip permit - one specific route)6 axles108,000 lbs.*(*120,000 pounds with minimum 51-foot wheelbase)(single trip permit - one specific route)7 axles122,000 lbs.*(*132,000 pounds with minimum 51-foot wheelbase)(single trip permit - one specific route)Route of Travel - Must include exact origin,detailed route and exact destination. County/stateroad numbers and routes are required. Countyalpha and numeric listings are available on thePermit Unit website at:www.ncdot.gov/ osowpermits. May include a return trip to the original pointof origin, if requested at original time of issue.The return trip must be completed within thevalidation date of the permit. Interstate Commerce Commission number, or ICC#, isrequired for interstate (across state lines) travel.***Publication GP-1***Superload Permit 100 non-refundable application fee State fee ( 12 – 48) will be charged inaddition to 3 per 1,000 pounds over 132,000pounds gross weight. Gross weight exceeds 132,000 pounds. Gross weight on steer axle exceeds 20,000pounds. Width exceeds 16 feet Requires a written superload application(PF-20) to include vehicle combinationschematics (axle spacing and distribution ofweight) and documentation for variances. Request must be made at least 10 workingdays prior to the anticipated date of movementto allow for internal and bridge engineeringreviews.Superload inquiries: 1-888-221-8166***Publication SL-6***8
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 13Responsibility of Permittee The permit is required to be issued in thename of the registered owner of the insuredpower unit. The permittee is responsible fortotal compliance with permit rules andregulations. Violations of weight, escort, dimension andother restrictions or conditions stated on thepermit may result in your permit beingconsidered invalid by the Central PermitOffice and/or enforcement personnel. Aviolation or repeated violations may result indenial, suspension or revocation of NorthCarolina permit privileges. Must comply with legal requirements for properlicense, insurance coverage and operatingauthority for each vehicle to be permitted. The object(s)/item(s) transported are to beloaded or reduced to the smallest dimensionsand/or weight prior to applications for an overdimension and/or overweight permit. Proof the permit document for accuracy priorto travel on North Carolina highways. Ifthe document is incorrect, permittee is toimmediately contact the NCDOT CentralPermit Office prior to movement on NorthCarolina highways. Properly sign the permit to verify you haveread and fully understand the requirements. Responsible for damages and cost involvedto persons or property as a result of thepermitted movement. Total compliance with North Carolina law andpermit policies and restrictions specified onpermit document. Maintain a speed consistent with safety of thetraveling public and avoid creatingtraffic congestion. Permittee shall temporarily move to the sideof the highway to allow trailing traffic topass.DisclaimerThe issuance of a permit by the NCDOT doesnot imply nor guarantee the clearance for thepermitted load(s). All vertical clearancesshould be checked by the permittee beforemoving beneath the structure and/or utility lines.9
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 26Permits forMovement of:Non-Divisible GeneralCommoditiesPermits may be issued not to exceed a maximumwidth of 16 feet.A non-divisible general commodity would includebut is not limited to: Construction equipment Machinery (farm and business) Sealed ship containers Self-propelled equipment Tank (empty) TransformerGeneral Requirements: Escorts are required as specified in theEquipment Safety Requirements sectionof the handbook. Overheight permit applications (in excessof 14 feet) are required to be faxed orsubmitted via the internet to the CentralPermit Office for review and processing.***Publication GP-1***Houses House mover license applications andsupporting documentation are renewed andissued by the Central Permit Office.The annual fee is 100. House move permit applications areaccepted, reviewed and issued by NCDOTdivision/district offices statewide. NCDOT offices statewide have the authorityto approve, deny or permit with variousrestrictions after reviewing the route of traveland dimension(s) of structure to be moved.10
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 15 A 20 non-refundable fee is required forhouse move permit applications. Applicationis required to be made at least two workingdays prior to the anticipated date of movement.Mobile/Manufactured HomesSingle Trip Permit is required for: 12-foot-wide units (width at bottom of unit)with overhang exceeding 3 inch gutter edge. 14-foot-wide units with roof overhang not toexceed a total of 12 inches that are notoperating by authority of an annual permit. 16-foot-wide units that are not operating byauthority of an annual permit. Issuance ofpermits for movement of 16-foot-wide unit(s)in specific geographical areas within the statewill require a route survey to be completed. Units exceeding the legal height of13 feet 6 inches. For all other mobile home movement notcovered by authority outlined on an annualpermit.Additional information required: Serial number of mobile home(last five digits). ICC registration number is required whencrossing state line(s).Annual (Blanket) Permits may be issued for: Movement of 12-foot-wide units that do notexceed the legal height of 13 feet 6 inches. 16' wide units with maximum 3” gutter edgemoving from point of specified manufacturerto a specific retail sales center (manufacturername and dealership name and dealer numberare required), may include up to a maximum of30 specific routes of travel. 14-foot-wide units with roof overhang not toexceed a total measurement of 12 inches movingfrom the manufacturer, dealer sales lot (permitcoissued) to customer’s homesite, anotherdealer or out of state.***Publication MH-2***11
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 28ReportsTitle 19A NCAC 03D.0219 Business Records(b) All motor vehicles dealers, manufacturers,factory branches, distributor branches andwholesalers shall keep for a period of fouryears the following additional records foreach vehicle and mobile/modular homemanufactured, received, sold, traded or junked:(7) The North Carolina oversize single trip orannual permit number authorizingmovement of the mobile/modular unit,serial number or vehicle identificationnumber of the mobile/ modular unit, thedate of move, transporter, and name andaddress of purchaser.12
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 29Sealed Ship ContainerA sealed ship container is defined as containerizedfreight being transported to or from a designatedseaport and has or will be transported by marineshipment for International trade with the originalunbroken seal or a replacement seal affixed by anauthorized government agency.A sealed ship container must meet all of thefollowing requirements to qualify for a permit: All dimensions of width, height and length donot exceed limits specified in North Carolinalaw; Traveling to or from a designated seaport(either in state or out of state) and has beenor will be transported intact by marineshipment; Power unit is licensed for 80,000 pounds; Is a vehicle/vehicle combination of at leastfive axles; and Has proper documentation (shippers’ bill oflading and/or trucking bill of lading) of sealedcommodity being transported available forenforcement inspection.Allowable weights are specified in the AnnualPermit and Single Trip Permit sections of thehandbook (See pages 6 and 7).***Publication C-11***Self-Propelled EquipmentThe original permit request – annual or single trippermit – for cranes or off-road equipment mustinclude schematics of the unit including axlespacings, axle weights, gross weight, width, overalllength and length of front and/or rear overhang.The maximum permitted gross weight variesdepending on extreme wheelbase and axlegrouping measurement.***Publication SP-3***13
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 14Permit Rulesand RegulationsGeneral Information PERMITS ARE NOT TRANSFERABLE. If apermitted vehicle is wrecked, sold, traded orjunked, a new permit must be issued and therequired fee(s) paid. Oversize/overweight permits (annual andsingle trip) are issued with the requirementsand restrictions customized on each permitdocument for the load being transported. No movement is allowed Monday throughSunday between sunset and sunrise unlessotherwise stated on the permit. Commodity being hauled must be loaded sothat the vehicle/vehicle combination presentsthe least dimension and exposure to themotoring public. The towing unit must be properly licensed formaximum allowable weight determined byextreme axle measurement (G.S. 20-118) priorto application for an overweight permit. Permittee must be apportionately registeredprior to travel into or through North Carolinaas required by law. For more information,contact the DMV International RegistrationPlan Unit at (919) 861-3720.Results of Permit ViolationsViolations of weight, escorts, dimensions, route oftravel or any other restrictions or conditions statedon the permit may result in the permit beingconsidered invalid by the Central Permit Officeand/or enforcement personnel. A violation orrepeated violations may result in denial, suspensionor revocation of North Carolina permit privileges.14
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 27Penalties for Permit ViolationsG.S. 20-140(f) A person is guilty of the Class 2 misdemeanor ofreckless driving if the person drives a commercial motorvehicle carrying a load that is subject to the permitrequirements of G.S.-20 119 upon a highway or anypublic vehicular area either:(1) Carelessly and heedlessly in willful or wantondisregard of the rights or safety of others; or(2) Without due caution and circumspection and at aspeed or in a manner so as to endanger or be likelyto endanger any person or property.G.S. 20-119(d) For each violation of any of the terms or conditions ofa special permit issued or where a permit is required butnot obtained under this section the Department of CrimeControl and Public Safety shall assess a civil penalty foreach violation against the registered owner of the vehicleas follows:(1) A fine of one thousand five hundred dollars( 1,500) for operating without the proper numberof certified escorts as determined by the actualloaded weight or size of the vehicle combination.(1a) A fine of five hundred dollars ( 500.00) for any ofthe following: operating without the issuance of apermit, moving a load off the route specified in thepermit, falsifying information to obtain a permit, orfailing to comply with dimension restrictions of apermit.(2) A fine of two hundred fifty dollars ( 250.00) formoving loads beyond the distance allowances of anannual permit covering the movement of housetrailers from the retailer's premises or for operatingin violation of time of travel restrictions.(3) A fine of one hundred dollars ( 100.00) for anyother violation of the permit conditions orrequirements imposed by applicable regulations.The Department of Transportation may refuse to issueadditional permits or suspend existing permits if thereare repeated violations of subdivision (1) (1), (1a), or (2)of this subsection.(d1) In addition to the penalties assessed undersubsection (d) of this section, the Department of CrimeControl and Public Safety shall assess a civil penalty, notto exceed ten thousand dollars ( 10,000), in accordancewith G.S. 20-118(e)(1) and (e)(3) against the registeredowner of the vehicle for any of the following:(1) Operating without the issuance of a requiredpermit.(2) Operating off permitted route of travel.(3) Failing to comply with travel restrictions of thepermit.(4) Operating without the proper vehicle registrationor license for the class of vehicle being operated.A violation of this subsection constitutes operating avehicle without a special permit.15
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 12Equipment/SafetyRequirements15 feet Max Width14 feet 1 inch to 15 feetflags, “wideload” banners front andrear of vehicleOne escort on multi-lane highwaysTwo escorts on two-lane/two-way highways12 feet 1 inch to 14 feetflags, “wideload” bannersfront and rear of vehicleOne escort10 feet 1 inch to 12 feetflags, “wideload” bannersfront and rear of vehicle8 feet 7 inches to 10 feetflagsLegal 8 feet 6 inches WidthAmber Flashing LightsTypeFlashing amber light - visible for 500' and 360 Placement:Escort vehicles are required to display lights asspecified above in good working condition ontop of the vehicle. Escorts for 16-foot-widemobile/modular homes should refer to PublicationMH-2 for requirements.Mobile homes are required to display lights ingood working condition 72 inches from the roadsurface on all four corners of the mobile home withthe option of mounting the required front lightson the mirror bar no less than the extreme widthof the power unit.Self-propelled vehicles are required to display lightsof the size specified above – minimum 800-wattcandle power on any front and/or rear overhang ifvehicle is approved for continuous travel (24hours/seven days a week/365 days a year).16
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 25BannersSizeVehicle combination: the banner length totaling7 feet wide by 18 inches high. Banner may bedisplayed in two sections to allow for visibility ofregistration plates/decals.Escort vehicle: the banner length to extend theentire width of the escort vehicle.LetteringBlack letters 10 inches high with 1.5-inch brushstrokes bearing the legend “Oversize Load” or“Wide Load.”The banner displayed on front and rear of amobile/modular home combination and on top of a16-foot-wide mobile/modular home escortmust bear the legend “WIDE FT. LOAD” or“OVERSIZE FT. LOAD” to properly identify thenominal width of the unit in transport.ColorYellowPlacement:Vehicle combination: Banner is to be displayed on thefront and rear bumpers of any vehicle combinationpermitted for more than 10 feet wide. (May be twoseparate banners totaling a length of 7 feet to providefor display of registration plates/decals).Escort vehicle: Banners are to be displayed on theescort vehicle as determined by the required escortplacement (front and/or rear) or on top of the vehiclefor 16-foot-wide mobile/modular home escorts.Brake LightsRed brake lights in good working order must betemporarily displayed on any rear overhang forself-propelled equipment approved for continuoustravel (24 hours/ seven days a week/365 days a year).EscortsRequirements: All escort vehicle operators arerequired to obtain an approved escort certification priorto performing the duties of an oversize/overweight loadescort vehicle operator in North Carolina. Front escort for permitted loads more than12 feet wide on two-lane/two-way traffichighways and a rear escort on multi-lanehighways or as determined and stated on thepermit document by issuing agent. Rear escort required for permitted loadsexceeding 110 feet in length. Escort vehicle requirements for 16-foot-widemobile/modular homes are different fromthose for other escort vehicles. Refer toPublication MH-2.17
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 10 No driver or passenger other than a certifiedescort vehicle operator is allowed to travel inthe escort vehicle. Front and rear escort required for overalllength 150 feet or greater. Front escort required for weight greater than149,999 pounds. Front and rear escort for permitted loadsexceeding 14 feet in width on two-lane/two-way roads. Front pole car escort equipped with heightpole indicator for permitted loads exceeding14 feet 5 inches in height. Additional escorts may be required for anyvehicle or vehicle combination with individualconsideration of weight, width, length, height,weather, geographical location or route oftravel as determined by issuing agent.Vehicle Size (weight)A truck of not less than a one-quarter-ton ratedload capacity but not more than 17,000 poundsGVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) or a passengervehicle of not less than 2,000 pounds gross weight.EnforcementNon-compliance of the requirement for escort(s) orincorrect placement of escort(s) as stated on thepermit will result in the assessment of a civil penalty.IdentificationPlacards or identification signs measuring at least 8inches by 12 inches providing name and telephonenumber of the registered owner of the vehicle(company or individual) must be displayed on theright and left side of the vehicle.***Publication E-9***FlagsColor: Red or OrangeSize: 18 inches squarePlacement: At widest point of overwidth or asspecified on the permit.HeadlampsTowing unit and escort vehicle(s) must burnheadlamps during highway movement of permittedloads.Height Pole IndicatorRequired for front escort vehicle for overheightmoves in excess of 14 feet 5 inches.18
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 23MirrorsRearview mirrors on towing units attached orextended for movement of overwidth loads mustbe removed or retracted to conform with legalwidths when unit is not towing or haulingpermitted load.RadioTwo-way radio communication is required betweenpower unit of vehicle combination and escort vehicle.Emergency Conditions Permittee must be in compliance with NorthCarolina motor carrier regulations relating tovehicle emergencies. The governor may issue an executive order forvehicle exceptions to North Carolina law andmotor carrier regulations for relief of emergencyconditions for declared natural disasters. If suchan event occurs, contact the Central PermitOffice for additional information.1-888-221-8166.TravelConvoyMultiple permitted vehicles cannot travel in aconvoy. Vehicles must travel at least two milesapart.Detour of Authorized RouteRegardless of the route shown on the permit, analternative route will be followed if: directed by a peace officer directed by an official traffic controldevice to follow a specific route toweighing device escorted by an enforcement officer to apermanent weigh scaleHoliday TravelPermitted vehicles with a gross weight exceeding112,000 pounds and/or overdimensions of width,length or height cannot travel on the followingholidays from noon on the weekday before theholiday until noon on the weekday after the holiday:Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day and ChristmasDay.Properly permitted vehicles can travel on all otherholidays observed by the NCDOT Oversize/OverweightPermit Office.***Publication H-7***19
2014 OverSizeWeight PS.qxd6/27/1412:45 PMPage 8Time of TravelGeneral Commodities/Self PropelledEquipmentMonday through Sunday – sunrise to sunset12-foot to 14-foot Mobile/Manufactured HomeMonday through Sunday – sunrise to sunset16-foot Mobile/Manufactured HomeMonday through Sunday – 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.Oversize loads with width greater than 12 feet,travel prohibited within a 10-mile radius of the citylimits of Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hillbetween 7 to 9 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m.Continuous travel –(24 hours/seven days) is authorized if: the permitted gross weight does not exceed112,000 pounds, and no overdimension of width, length orheight is part of the permitted movement.Inclement WeatherNo move shall be made when weather conditionsrender visibility less than 500 feet for a person orvehicle. Moves shall not be made when highway iscovered with snow or ice or at any time travelconditions are considered unsafe by the Division ofHighways, Stat
Fax Single Trip: (919) 662-4320; (919) 662-4319 Annual: (919) 662-4318 Address: Oversize/Overweight Permit Unit 750 N Greenfield Parkway Garner, NC 27529 Internet The Internet Permit Application System provides
