Transportation
Oversize Transportation Permits
The Development Services team processes and issues Transportation permits for all oversized loads that travel on all County Roads.
The State of California Vehicle Code authorizes local authorities’’ to permit the operation and moving of vehicles and loads upon highways within each jurisdiction. Assembly Bill No. 1849 amended Sections 35781 and 35795 of the Vehicle Code to require a standard permit form and fee in compliance with Caltrans requirements.
Transportation Permits are required when a vehicle and/or vehicle load is larger than 8’6” in width, 14’ in height, 40’ in length (single unit), or 65’ in length (combo unit). Transportation Permits are issued on a single trip or annual basis and are enforced by County Sheriffs and the California Highway Patrol.
What is required?
Applicants or their authorized representatives shall sign and submit a transportation permit application, located on this page under Development Services, along with the appropriate fees. The application should be submitted along with a copy of the State of California (Caltrans) permit and Certificate of Liability Insurance.
Transportation Permits must be consistent with the applicable County of Monterey Municipal Codes and State and Federal Laws. See Caltrans Transportation Permit Manual
Resources:
Weight Charts:
Monterey County Bridge Weight Restrictions
To apply online for a transportation permit, go to Online Permit Information and register for a Citizen Access Account.