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 18.19.8.62 - MOVEMENT OF A HOUSE, BUILDING OR SIMILAR STRUCTURE

Universal Citation: 18 NM Admin Code 18.19.8.62

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

A. A special permit is required for movement of a house, building or similar structure that exceeds statutory size or weight limitations. Movement of such a structure with a width in excess of 30 feet shall be approved by the DOT.

B. Porches or protruding sections are considered reducible and shall be removed to reduce the dimensions of the structure. Loose boards, bricks and similar items shall also be removed for safety.

C. A house, building or similar structure shall be moved in the following manner:

(1) mounted on house-moving dollies equipped with pneumatic tires and towed by a truck or truck tractor;

(2) loaded on a truck, semi-trailer or trailer and transported under the same requirements as the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles and loads; or

(3) by other means approved by the DOT.

D. A house, building or similar structure shall not be:

(1) pulled or towed by a farm tractor; or

(2) mounted on skids.

E. Vehicles used in moving a house, building or similar structure shall conform to all safety standards prescribed by law. Dollies and tires shall be in good condition and a sufficient number shall be used to carry the weight of the structure. A truck or tractor shall be in good condition and shall have the capacity and power to control the movement of the building or structure.

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