When is a Variance Permit required?

All applications over 15 feet in width, over 17 feet in height, over 135 feet in length, or on special hauling equipment which exceeds the Department's standard method of weight classification must be approved by special processing. Written route surveys are required from the applicant for heights greater than 17 feet.

Variance Contact Info: Phone: (916) 323-2893, Fax: (916) 322-1505

Variance requests shall be submitted to the Transportation Permit Office no later than 30 days in advance of the proposed move. Applications shall include inspection reports, engineering justification from the manufacturer and drawing of the item(s) to be moved.

In addition to the above, the variance program provides a means to apply for exception to policy when good cause exists. Written application should explain the nature of the need for exception and what safety measures will be taken.