New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 18 - TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS
Chapter 19 - MOTOR VEHICLE PROCEDURES, LICENSES, PERMITS
Part 8 - SIZE AND WEIGHT OF VEHICLES AND LOADS
Section 18.19.8.10 - APPLICATION FOR A SPECIAL PERMIT

Universal Citation: 18 NM Admin Code 18.19.8.10

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

A. Only a person or entity that owns and operates the transporting vehicle or that operates the transporting vehicle under a lease agreement may apply for a special permit.

B. An applicant for a special permit shall be in compliance with and shall ensure that the transporting vehicle and the specific vehicle, combination or load to be moved is in compliance with motor vehicle registration laws, tax laws and regulations and any applicable public regulation commission rules and requirements.

C. An applicant for a special permit shall:

(1) indicate the type of special permit requested;

(2) provide contact information for the person or entity requesting the permit;

(3) specifically identify the vehicle, combination or load to be moved;

(4) provide the width, length and height of the vehicle, combination or load and identify the size and location of any overhangs;

(5) provide the gross vehicle weight;

(6) provide all axle information requested, including number and spacing of axles, number and type of tires on each axle and the weight on each axle;

(7) describe the type of load being moved and the type of vehicle;

(8) identify the points of origin and destination;

(9) describe the route of travel;

(10) indicate whether a route survey has been conducted and provide a copy of the route survey, if requested;

(11) indicate whether certified escort vehicle or vehicles will accompany the move, if required;

(12) if required, demonstrate that a feasibility study of the proposed movement has been made or that an engineering analysis or investigation of the route to be traveled has been completed;

(13) provide proof of insurance coverage in accordance with New Mexico's financial responsibility laws and requirements of the public regulation commission; and

(14) provide other information as requested by the DOT.

D. An applicant for a special permit shall obtain any required maps, restricted roads, structures or bridges required by the DOT for the move. Required maps and other documents are available by electronic link on the special permit application.

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