Superload permits in New York
78 facts, each with the passage it comes from, quoted from 5 official sources.
Where to apply
Where an application for Superload permits is submitted in New York.
Online · New York State Department of Transportation
HOOCS
hoocs.dot.ny.gov (opens in a new tab)
Applicants can order NYSDOT Special Hauling Permits, NYSDOT Divisible Load Overweight Permits, New York State Thruway Authority Permits, and New York State Bridge Authority Permit using HOOCS. HOOCS can be accessed via OSCAR or NY.gov ID.
Online · New York State Tax Department
One Stop Credentialing and Registration (OSCAR)
oscar.ny.gov (opens in a new tab)
New York State provides a single point of contact to apply for various operating credentials over the Internet. A $25 fee applies.
Email · New York State Department of Transportation Central Permit Office
Central Permit Office, by email
Hauler must assign each application a log number using the day of the month plus a consecutive number. In the subject line of the email, note "SuperloadApplication– Company Name –App xx-x". For sending additional information, note "SuperloadInformation– Company Name –App xx-x" in the subject line. List the total number of pages sent. Provide contact name, phone number, fax number, and optional e-mail address. All forms must be typed.
Fax · New York State Department of Transportation Central Permit Office
Central Permit Office, by fax
518-457-9910
Must use a cover sheet with company heading for all correspondence. Hauler must assign each application a log number using the day of the month plus a consecutive number. If sending additional information, note "SuperloadInformation–Company Name –App xx-x" in the subject line of the fax. List the total number of pages sent. Provide contact name, phone number, fax number, and optional e-mail address. All forms must be typed.
Online · New York State Department of Transportation
NY.gov ID
my.ny.gov (opens in a new tab)
Use it when: Ideal for applicants that do not have a USDOT number such as governmental agencies or are moving personal items such as a boat.
Once applicants have enrolled in OSCAR or NY.gov ID the NYSDOT Central Permit Office can be contacted at 518-485-2999 or at permits@dot.ny.gov to link the HOOCS permitting system to OSCAR or NY.gov ID.
Email · New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT)
NYSDOT permits email
Use it when: Divisible Load or Special Hauling Permits
For questions regarding Divisible Load or Special Hauling Permits.
Phone · New York State Bridge Authority
New York State Bridge Authority special hauling permits
Use it when: Special Hauling Permits
Phone · New York State Thruway
New York State Thruway special hauling permits
Use it when: Special Hauling Permits
Phone · New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT)
NYSDOT Central Permit Office
Use it when: Divisible Load or Special Hauling Permits
Phone · New York State Department of Transportation
STICC
Use it when: Emergency Trip Permit if unable to apply through HOOCS permitting system, during non-business hours.
Contact the Statewide Transportation Information Coordination Center (STICC) at 518-457-3765 (open 24 hrs). Explain that a Special Hauling Emergency Permit is needed.
Start with a question
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General
11 topics
Oversize width threshold (Measures)
The overall width, including load and equipment, that triggers a superload oversize permit.
- 16′4.88 mAny vehicle or combination of vehicles which exceed 16 feet in width
- 16′4.88 mAny vehicle or combination of vehicles which exceed 16 feet in width
- 16′4.88 mExceeding 16’0” in width
Oversize length threshold (Measures)
The overall length, including load and equipment, that triggers a superload oversize permit.
- 160′48.8 mAny vehicle or combination of vehicles; greater than 160 feet in length
- 160′48.8 mAt or greater than
- 160′48.8 mExceeding 160’0” in length
Overweight gross weight threshold (Measures)
The gross vehicle or combination weight that triggers a superload overweight permit.
- 200,000 lb90,718 kg200,000 pounds or greater in gross weight
- 200,000 lb90,718 kgAny vehicle or combination of vehicles; 200,000 pounds or greater in gross weight
- 200,000 lb90,718 kgExceeding 200,000 pounds in gross weight
Oversize height threshold (Measures)
The overall height, including load and equipment, that triggers a superload oversize permit.
- 16′4.88 mAny vehicle or combination of vehicles; 16 feet in height or greater
- 16′4.88 mAt or greater than
- 15′ 11″4.85 mExceeding 15’11” in height
Police escort required (Yes or no)
Whether a police escort is required for a superload move.
Yesin 2 cases
- All superloads
- All superloads
Single trip permit fee (Fees)
The fee charged for a single trip special permit authorizing movement of a vehicle, load, object or structure in excess of weight or dimensional limits.
$40USD
Superload permit required (Yes or no)
Whether a superload permit is required when a load exceeds specified exceptional dimension or weight thresholds.
Yes
Weights and/or dimensions exceeding 16’0” in width, 15’11” in height, 160’0” in length, or 200,000 pounds in gross weight; or any combination of the above
Superload gross weight threshold (Measures)
The gross vehicle weight above which a load is considered a superload and requires a superload permit.
200,000 lb90,718 kg
Type 1S – Superload Trip Permit; exceeding
Applications and supporting documentation
Superload application submission office (In words)
The office or authority to which all applications for the movement of superloads must be submitted.
In general
Central Permit Office in Albany
In general
NYSDOT Central Permit Office
In general
Central Permit Office in Albany
Certification that load cannot feasibly be reduced required (Yes or no)
Whether an application must include a declaration or certification that the load or equipment cannot be rearranged, divided or reduced to comply with normal weight and dimension limits.
Yesin 2 cases
- By the manufacturer or designer of the load and/or vehicle
- By the manufacturer or designer of the load and/or vehicle
Vehicle and axle drawings required for superload overweight application (In words)
The vehicle and axle drawings required for a superload overweight application.
Gross weight equal to or greater than 200,000 pounds
Schematic showing side and rear elevations and plan view of the complete transporting unit (tractor, trailer, jeep dollies), showing overhangs and axle configuration.
Gross weight equal to or greater than 200,000 pounds
Schematic showing side and rear elevations and plan view of the complete unit (tractor, trailer, jeep dollies), including overhangs and axle configuration.
Route assessment and approvals
8 topics Open Route assessment and approvals
Municipal permission letter required (Yes or no)
Whether a permit or written documentation from each municipality whose highways are involved in the move, giving their permission to use their highways, is required with a superload permit application.
Yesin 2 casesNoin 1 case
- A police escort provided by the municipal police agency involved
- Each municipality whose highways are involved in the move
- Each municipality whose highways are involved in the move; A police escort provided by the municipal police agency involved will be accepted in lieu of a letter from the municipality.
Signal contractor required height threshold (Measures)
The overall height at or above which a signal contractor with a bucket truck must accompany the move when overhead traffic signal equipment is within three inches of the permitted load height.
- 15′4.57 m15 feet high or greater, and there is any overhead traffic signal equipment on the route that is within three inches of the height of the permitted load while operating at normal traffic speed
- 15′4.57 m15 feet or greater, and there is any overhead traffic signal equipment on the route that is within 3 inches of the height of the permitted load when operating at normal traffic speed
Utility coordination required height threshold (Measures)
The overall height at or above which the permittee must list locations of overhead power, telephone, or cable TV wires and remedial actions in the Route Survey when vertical clearance is insufficient.
- 14′4.27 m14 feet or greater, and there is insufficient vertical clearance to avoid conflict with any overhead power, telephone, or cable TV wires on the route while operating at normal traffic speeds
- 14′4.27 m14 feet or greater, and there is insufficient vertical clearance to avoid conflict with any overhead power, telephone, or cable TV wires on the route while operating at normal traffic speeds
Where these facts come from
- Information Concerning Special Hauling Permits, PERM 30(opens in a new tab)
www.dot.ny.gov, PDF, 29 facts
- General Information and Requirements for Superload Moves (PERM 12S)(opens in a new tab)
www.dot.ny.gov, PDF, 26 facts
- Superloads – Direct Ordering Procedures(opens in a new tab)
www.dot.ny.gov, PDF, 13 facts
- Special Hauling Permit Fees(opens in a new tab)
www.dot.ny.gov, web page, 5 facts
- Superloads — New York State Department of Transportation(opens in a new tab)
www.dot.ny.gov, web page, 5 facts