Statutes, codes, and regulations
Delaware Administrative Code
Title 2 - TransportationDepartment of TransportationDivision of Transportation Solutions
Oversize/Overweight Hauling Permit Policy and Procedures Manual
Section 2405-3.0 - Permit Descriptions and Procedures

2 Del. Admin. Code § 2405-3.0

Download
PDF
Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 5, November 1, 2024
Section 2405-3.0 - Permit Descriptions and Procedures
3.1 Who Must Apply for Permits
3.1.1 A permit is required for movement on the highways of the State of Delaware when any vehicle or nondivisible load exceed the limits described in Section 2.0.
3.1.2 All motor vehicles, combination of vehicles, self propelled equipment, and machinery shall be licensed prior to an application being made for a permit.
3.1.3 Farm tractors and other implements of husbandry, which are being temporarily operated, moved or transported upon State maintained highways except Interstate and U.S. Routes are not required to obtain a hauling permit. A permit is not required on the Interstate and U.S. Routes when the equipment is being used by farmers engaged in their agricultural related practices. Farm tractors and other implements of husbandry being moved or transported by a manufacturer, dealer, business or commercial transport company would not be considered transported by a farmer engaged in their agricultural related practices, therefore, a hauling permit is required.
3.1.4 A permit is not required for any vehicle, including special construction equipment, crossing or entering upon State maintained highways while engaged in construction or maintenance operations, provided such moves are made within the limits of a Federal, State, County, or Municipal Contract.
3.1.5 A permit is not required for federally defined Surface Transportation Assistance Act (STAA) vehicles on the defined STAA routes.
3.1.5.1 The Federal Register, Volume 55, Number 83, dated Monday, April 30, 1990, page 17952, lists the following roads, as well as the Interstates 95, 495 and 295, as the designated STAA routes in Delaware:
3.1.5.1.1 U.S. Route 13, from the Maryland State Line, to the I-495 South Interchange in Wilmington.
3.1.5.1.2 U.S. Route 40, from the Maryland State Line, to I-295, U.S. Route 13, in Wilmington.
3.1.5.1.3 U.S. Route 113, from the Maryland State Line, to State Route 1 in Milford.
3.1.5.1.4 U.S. Route 301, from the Maryland State Line, to U.S. Route 40, in Glasgow.
3.1.5.1.5 S. Bay Road, from State Route 1 in Dover to U.S. Route 13 in Dover.
3.1.5.2 Separately, Delaware has designated U.S. Route 202, from U.S. Route 13, to the Pennsylvania State Line; and State Route 1, from I-95, to U.S. 113, in Milford as routes open to STAA vehicles.
3.1.6 A permit is not required for any government (Federal, state or local) owned vehicles, including the load thereon, that are loaded with salt, sand, chemicals or a combination thereof, with or without a plow or blade attached in front or sides and being used for the purpose of spreading the material on highways that are or may become snow covered, slick or icy. This exemption also applies to any private entity under contract with a Delaware governmental body performing snow and ice removal operations.
3.2 Types of Permits
3.2.1 Permits by Load Codes & Associated Fees
3.2.1.1 Load Code 1 Oversize
3.2.1.1.1 A load that is Oversize but less than SUPERLOAD criteria. Exception - Certain types of vehicles may have over legal limit individual axle weight but meet GVW. These vehicles will be Oversize with overweight axle data noted on the hauling permit.
3.2.1.1.2 Type - Single Trip
3.2.1.1.3 Fee - $30.00
3.2.1.1.4 Duration - 5 days. See subsection 4.2.1 for details.
3.2.1.1.5 Time of Travel - Monday through Sunday sunrise to sunset during the permit Effective and Expiration Dates.
3.2.1.2 Load Code 2 Overweight
3.2.1.2.1 A load that is over legal weight: (Legal GVW for 2 axles = 40K lbs.; 3 axles = 65K lbs.; 4 axles = 73280 lbs.; 5 or more axles = 80K lbs) but less than SUPERLOAD criteria. Load may be oversize but under limits of SUPERLOAD
3.2.1.2.2 Type - Single Trip
3.2.1.2.3 Fee - $30.00 plus weight fee of $10.00 for each 8,000 lbs. or portion thereof over legal weight
3.2.1.2.4 Duration - 5 days. See subsection 4.2.1 for details.
3.2.1.2.5 Time of Travel - Monday through Sunday sunrise to sunset during the permit Effective and Expiration Dates.
3.2.1.3 Load Code 3 SUPERLOAD
3.2.1.3.1 A SUPERLOAD is defined as any vehicle or load that has any one of the following conditions: 15 feet or more in width; 15 feet or more in height; 120 feet or more in length; has a gross weight in excess of 120,000 lbs. Section 5.0 of this regulation provides detailed processing requirements for Superload permits.
3.2.1.3.2 Type - Single Trip
3.2.1.3.3 Fee - $60.00 plus weight fee of $10.00 for each 8,000 lbs. or portion thereof over legal weight. Additional fees may apply as described in Section 5.0.
3.2.1.3.4 Duration - 1 to 5 business days Monday - Saturday, Duration may be limited to actual move time frame based on route conditions as determined by DelDOT Traffic and Safety Engineers and noted in Special Provisions portion of permit.
3.2.1.3.5 Time of Travel - Refer to Section 5.0 under specific Types of Superload.
3.2.1.4 Load Code 4 Manufactured Housing
3.2.1.4.1 A load that is Oversize and normally legal weight but less than SUPERLOAD criteria. Permit used for movement of Manufactured Housing (Mobile Home, Modular Housing, or Office Trailer).
3.2.1.4.2 Type - Single Trip
3.2.1.4.3 Fee - $30.00
3.2.1.4.4 Duration - 5 days. See subsection 4.2.1 for details.
3.2.1.4.5 Time of Travel - Monday through Sunday sunrise to sunset during the permit Effective and Expiration Dates.
3.2.1.5 Load Code 5 Sealed Container
3.2.1.5.1 All ocean going ship containers packed with product which carry a federal inspectors seal as to purity or customs requirements, and which results in a GVW of 100,000 lbs. or less, shall be considered non-divisible loads when moving between a port and the facility where the seal is placed, or where the contents of the container are released from the seal.
3.2.1.5.2 Type - Single Trip
3.2.1.5.3 Fee - $30.00 plus weight fee of $10.00 for each 8,000 lbs. or portion thereof over legal weight
3.2.1.5.4 Duration - 5 days
3.2.1.5.5 Time of Travel - Monday through Sunday sunrise to sunset during the permit Effective and Expiration Dates.
3.2.1.6 Load Code 6 Ship
3.2.1.6.1 The following provisions apply:
3.2.1.6.1.1 Overall vehicle length shall not exceed 85 feet.
3.2.1.6.1.2 Overall rear overhang shall not exceed 1/3 length of the load.
3.2.1.6.1.3 Overall vehicle width shall not exceed 12 feet.
3.2.1.6.1.4 Gross weight up to 120,000 lbs. on 5 or more axles irrespective of number of pieces being hauled.
3.2.1.6.1.5 Moves are restricted to state maintained roads within 2 miles of the Port of Wilmington (excluding I495).
3.2.1.6.1.6 Permit is not truck/trailer specific.
3.2.1.6.2 Type - Multi Trip
3.2.1.6.3 Fee - $900.00
3.2.1.6.4 Duration - 5 days
3.2.1.6.5 Time of Travel - Monday through Sunday sunrise to sunset during the permit Effective and Expiration Dates.
3.2.1.7 Load Code 7 Pole & Piling
3.2.1.7.1 Permit allows for movement of Pole, Piling, and Mill Stock. Permit shall be valid for an individual tractor only.
3.2.1.7.2 Type - Multi Trip
3.2.1.7.3 Fee - $30.00
3.2.1.7.4 Duration - 30 days
3.2.1.7.5 Time of Travel - Monday through Sunday sunrise to sunset during the permit Effective and Expiration Dates.
3.2.1.8 Load Code 8 Rescinded - Reserved for future use
3.2.1.9 Load Code 9 Single-trip Interstate
3.2.1.9.1 Permit allows movement of 3 or 4 axle single vehicles ( 65,000 and 73,280 lbs. respectively) that exceed the Federal Bridge Formula when on the Interstate road system.
3.2.1.9.2 Type - Single Trip
3.2.1.9.3 Fee - $1.00
3.2.1.9.4 Duration - 1 Single trip in a 5 calendar day period.
3.2.1.9.5 Time of Travel - Monday through Sunday sunrise to sunset during the permit Effective and Expiration Dates.
3.2.1.10 Load Code 10 Multi-trip Interstate
3.2.1.10.1 Permit allows movement of 3 or 4 axle single vehicles ( 65,000 and 73,280 lbs. respectively) that exceed the Federal Bridge Formula when on the Interstate road system.
3.2.1.10.2 Type - Referred to as Multi Trip; however, permit actually allows 60 single trips in a 1 year period on 1 permit application form.
3.2.1.10.3 Fee - $60.00
3.2.1.10.4 Duration - 60 trips in a 1 year period. Movement is exempt from times of travel otherwise stated in this regulation.
3.2.1.10.5 Time of Travel - Monday through Sunday sunrise to sunset during the permit Effective and Expiration Dates.
3.2.1.11 Load Code 11 Blanket Crane
3.2.1.11.1 An annual crane permit allows movement of cranes, not used in combination with any other vehicle, as defined by 21 Del.C. c. 1, §101 (10), on designated or all unrestricted routes, or both, unless posted. In accordance with 21 Del.C. c. 45, §4504, this permit can be obtained only by operators of self-propelled cranes. Separate permits are required for each power unit, and are not transferable.
3.2.1.11.2 The following provisions apply:
3.2.1.11.2.1 Permit shall have duration of 1 year from the effective date.
3.2.1.11.2.2 Movement will be in compliance with Section 4.0 with the following exceptions:
3.2.1.11.2.2.1 Self-propelled cranes with an annual blanket permit may move 24 hours a day. Monday-Sunday except during restricted Holiday periods.
3.2.1.11.2.2.2 Self-propelled cranes with an annual blanket permit moving at night will have warning lights in accordance with Section 4.0.
3.2.1.11.2.2.3 During holiday restricted periods movement of self-propelled cranes with blanket permits must follow procedures stated in Section 6.0.
3.2.1.11.2.2.4 In designated congested areas, DelDOT may restrict movement during AM and PM commuter travel periods.
3.2.1.11.2.2.5 The blanket permit holder is required and responsible for obtaining current travel restrictions prior to movement with blanket permits.
3.2.1.11.3 Size of crane must not exceed:

Length - 70 feet

Width - 12 feet

Height - 13 feet 6 inches

Weight -

2 axles - 56,000 lbs.

3 axles - 84,000 lbs.

4 axles - 112,000 lbs.

5 axles or more - 120,000 lbs.

Maximum single axle weight should be 28,000 lbs. in any axle configuration.

3.2.1.11.4 The following fee structure shall apply:
3.2.1.11.4.1 The base cost of a one-year Blanket Permit is:

$1,500 for Self-Propelled Cranes up to and including 24,000 lbs.

$2,500 for Self-Propelled Cranes over 24,000 lbs.

3.2.1.11.4.2 There is also a weight fee, which is calculated as follows:
3.2.1.11.4.2.1 A $10.00 per-trip charge is assessed per each 8,000 lbs. (or fraction thereof) over the licensed weight (legal limit based on the number of axles: 2 axles - 40,000 lbs.; 3 axles - 65,000 lbs.; 4 axles - 73,280 lbs.; 5 or more axles - 80,000 lbs.).
3.2.1.11.4.2.2 The difference between the actual weight and the legal weight is divided by 8,000 lbs. to arrive at a computation factor, which is rounded to the nearest whole number. This factor is then multiplied by $10.00 to determine the additional weight fee.
3.2.1.11.4.2.3 Once the per-trip weight fee is computed, it is multiplied by 52 (based upon a reasonable determination that a Blanket Permit holder will travel at least once a week over the entire year of the permit).
3.2.1.11.4.2.4 Example - The weight fee for a 3 axle self-propelled crane at 84,000 lbs. would be computed as follows: 84,000 lbs. minus 65,000 lbs. equals 19,000 lbs. over legal licensed weight. 19,000 lbs. divided by 8,000 lbs. = 2.37, rounded down to 2. Two multiplied by $10.00 = $20.00, which is then multiplied by 52 to arrive at a yearly weight fee of $1,040.00. With the base cost, the total Blanket Permit fee in this example is $3,540.00.
3.2.1.11.4.3 Toll fees will NOT be computed as part of the blanket permit. It shall be the responsibility of the blanket permit holder to remit all toll fees at the time of toll road travel.
3.2.1.11.5 To qualify for an annual blanket permit:
3.2.1.11.5.1 Insurance must be in force for the effective duration of the permit.
3.2.1.11.5.2 A copy of current State of Delaware Business License must be available for verification.
3.2.1.11.5.3 All drivers of the affected self-propelled cranes must be properly licensed.
3.2.1.11.6 The following documentation must be forwarded to the Hauling Permit Office prior to the submission of the online hauling permit application:
3.2.1.11.6.1 Copy of Vehicle registration.
3.2.1.11.6.2 Original weight certification signed by the Delaware State Police Truck Enforcement Unit individual performing the certification. Certified weight of each self-propelled crane. Certification of crane (with full tank of fuel and driver) will be performed, by appointment, at the Smyrna (Blackbird) or 301 (Middletown) Weigh Station by personnel of the Delaware State Police Truck Enforcement Unit. Crane must be presented in a reduced load configuration (Required removal of component items, using appropriate equipment, in no more than 8 work hours). The applicant for a non-divisible load permit has the burden of proof as to the number of work hours required to dismantle the load. Contact to set up an appointment by calling 302-378-5230 (Blackbird) or 302-378-5714 (Middletown).
3.2.1.11.6.3 Crane manufacturer dimensional drawing.
3.2.1.11.6.4 Pictures of each self-propelled crane - sides, front, and rear.
3.2.1.11.6.5 A full description of the roadway lighting system. A self-propelled crane that does not meet the prescribed lighting requirements will not be issued a blanket permit.
3.2.1.11.7 Violation of any established rules and regulations during the time a blanket permit is held shall be cause for suspension of the current blanket permit for a time period determined by DelDOT (according to the severity of the violation). Subsequent violations could result in the loss of the permit for the remainder of the permit term, the ability to obtain future blanket permits, or both.
3.2.1.11.8 Movement from origin to destination must be by the most feasible direct route. Under all conditions, the permit holder must comply with safety considerations, bridge loading and clearance postings, and roadway restrictions and postings.
3.2.1.11.9 Blanket permit applications will be processed within 2 weeks of submission of all required documents. Application packets are only required for permit renewals if any changes, specifically with GVW or individual axle weights, differ from previous permit.
3.2.1.11.10 RESTRICTIONS:
3.2.1.11.10.1 A Superload will not be permitted under a blanket permit.
3.2.1.11.10.2 Travel on Interstate highways will not be permitted under a blanket permit. In accordance with Federal Truck Weight Limit Laws, Oversize/Overweight vehicles must use the Federal Bridge Formula each time that travel is desired on Interstate highways. In order to properly do this, a single-trip permit must be processed.
3.2.1.12 Load Code 12 Twin Trailer
3.2.1.12.1 Permit allows movement of a truck tractor - twin trailer combination when off the STAA road network. Permit is issued for a specific route as when exceeding reasonable access between the national network and terminal points of loading and unloading. Vehicle must be legal weight with a width of not more than 102 inches. Route must not have a posted speed limit over 30 m.p.h. and have travel lanes less than 11 feet wide as measured from face of curb or edge of travel way.
3.2.1.12.2 Type - Multi Trip
3.2.1.12.3 Fee - $300.00
3.2.1.12.4 Duration - 30 Days
3.2.1.12.5 Times of Travel - Monday through Sunday 24 hour continuous movement.
3.2.1.13 Load Code 13 Zero Emission Bus
3.2.1.13.1 Permit allows movement of a zero emission bus which exceeds the maximum gross vehicle weight or maximum axle weights as specified in subsection 2.4 and Table 2.1. The permit will apply to a zero emission bus that is owned by a governmental or private entity to travel unrestricted on all routes within the state.
3.2.1.13.2 Type - Multi Trip
3.2.1.13.3 Fee
3.2.1.13.3.1 Zero emission bus owned by a governmental entity - fee as per subsection 3.2.2
3.2.1.13.3.2 Zero emission bus owned by a non-governmental entity, the cost of a 1-year blanket permit is $1,500.
3.2.1.13.4 Permit shall have duration of one year from the effective date.
3.2.1.13.5 Times of Travel - Monday through Sunday 24 hour continuous movement.
3.2.1.13.6 The blanket permit holder is required and responsible for obtaining current travel restrictions prior to movement with blanket permits.
3.2.1.13.7 Movement from origin to destination must be by the most feasible direct route. Under all conditions, the permit holder must comply with safety considerations, bridge loading and clearance postings, and roadway restrictions and postings.
3.2.1.14 Load Code 14 Refrigerated Meat Products
3.2.1.14.1 Permit allows movement of containerized cargo consisting of refrigerated meat products which exceeds the maximum gross vehicle weight or maximum axle weights as specified in subsection 2.4 and Table 2.1. The permit is issued and assigned to the power unit (truck tractor).
3.2.1.14.2 Vehicle must be a minimum six-axle combination; three-axle truck tractor.
3.2.1.14.3 Gross vehicular weight must not exceed 107,500 lbs.
3.2.1.14.4 Maximum weight on any axle must not exceed 20,000 lbs.
3.2.1.14.5 Movement from origin to the destination is permitted only on the following route:
3.2.1.14.5.1 Entering the State of Delaware along southbound Interstate 495 from Pennsylvania, exit at DE Route 92 (Naamans Road), turning left onto DE Route 92 (Naamans Road), ending at 400 Naamans Road.
3.2.1.14.5.2 No other routes are permitted under this blanket permit.
3.2.1.14.6 The permit holder is required and responsible for obtaining current travel restrictions prior to movement with blanket permits.
3.2.1.14.7 Type - Multi Trip
3.2.1.14.8 The following fee structure shall apply:
3.2.1.14.8.1 The base cost of a 1-year blanket permit is $2,500.
3.2.1.14.8.2 There is also a weight fee, which is calculated as follows:
3.2.1.14.8.2.1 A $10.00 per-trip charge is assessed per each 8,000 lbs. (or fraction thereof) over the licensed weight (legal limit based on the number of axles (5 or more axles - 80,000 lbs.).
3.2.1.14.8.2.2 The difference between the actual weight and the legal weight is divided by 8,000 lbs. to arrive at a computation factor, which is rounded to the nearest whole number. This factor is then multiplied by $10.00 to determine the additional weight fee.
3.2.1.14.8.2.3 Once the per-trip weight fee is computed, it is multiplied by 52 (based upon a reasonable determination that a blanket permit holder will travel at least once a week over the entire year of the permit).
3.2.1.14.8.2.4 Example - The weight fee for a refrigerated meat product load at 107,500 lbs. would be computed as follows: 107,500 lbs. minus 80,000 lbs. equals 27,500 lbs. over legal licensed weight. 27,500 lbs. divided by 8,000 lbs. = 3.44, rounded down to 3. Three multiplied by $10 = $30, which is then multiplied by 52 to arrive at a yearly weight fee of $1,560. With the base cost, the total Blanket Permit fee in this example is $4,060.
3.2.1.14.8.3 Toll fees will NOT be computed as part of the blanket permit. It shall be the responsibility of the blanket permit holder to remit all toll fees at the time of toll road travel.
3.2.1.14.9 Permit shall have duration of 1 year from the effective date.
3.2.1.14.10 Times of Travel - Monday through Sunday 24 hour continuous movement, except during restricted holiday periods and designated weather related travel restrictions.
3.2.1.14.11 To qualify for an annual blanket permit:
3.2.1.14.11.1 Insurance must be in force for the effective duration of the permit.
3.2.1.14.11.2 A copy of the current State of Delaware Business License must be available for verification.
3.2.1.14.11.3 All drivers of the affected truck tractor must be properly licensed.
3.2.1.14.11.4 The following documentation must be scanned and submitted to the Hauling Permit office at haulpermit@delaware.gov concurrent with the submission of the online hauling permit application:
3.2.1.14.11.4.1 Copy of vehicle registration.
3.2.1.14.11.4.2 Copy of valid insurance certificate.
3.2.1.14.12 Blanket permit applications will be processed within 2 weeks of submission of all required documents. All blanket permits will be re-evaluated prior to renewal. Application packets are only required for permit renewals if any changes, specifically with GVW or individual axle weights, differ from previous permit.
3.2.2 Government No Charge Permits

The Department may issue no charge hauling permits to government agencies (Federal, State, County & Local) for the movement of their over-dimensional or overweight equipment.

Note: Additional information concerning the formulation of such an agreement can be obtained by contacting the Hauling Permit Office at (302) 744-2700.

3.2.3 Extreme Emergency Permits

An extreme emergency hauling permit is defined as authorization to move OSOW equipment in response to a calamity, existing or imminent, man-made or natural causes, or other situations which requires immediate remedial action to protect life or property. An example of an emergency move would be movement of equipment in response to a train derailment, flood, explosion, etc. See Section 6.0 for detailed processing instructions.

3.3 How to Apply. OSOW hauling permits can be applied for electronically as described in subsection 3.3.1 below or via a Third Party as described in subsection 3.3.2. Applications for permits will not be accepted via phone, in-person or facsimile.
3.3.1 Electronically. OSOW hauling permit application can be entered directly on the DelDOT OSOW Permit System at https://www.deldot.gov/osow/application/login
3.3.1.1 To use the DelDOT web based Oversize Overweight Permit System customer must establish an online account. 'Click' on the Don't have an online account? Register now link located beneath the Login box to self register.
3.3.1.2 This direct entry process is described in detail in the State of Delaware Oversize/Overweight Permit System User's Guide for the On-Line Customer. To view guide 'Click' on User Guide located under Information group.
3.3.2 Third Party. Permits may also be obtained by contacting any one of the several communications redistribution firms (Permit Services) authorized by the State to perform such work.
3.4 Rules of Issuance
3.4.1 Any person making application for a permit shall provide accurate information concerning the granting of the permit. Any permit obtained on the basis of false or misleading data is null and void. Any fee levied for it shall not be transferred or returned.
3.4.2 No person shall violate any of the terms, conditions, restrictions, rules, or regulations published as a part of this policy or stated on the permit. Failure by the applicant to comply with and agree to all provisions stated within this policy and stated on the face of the permit shall render the permit null and void. Such violations may also be the basis for denying future permits.
3.4.3 All permit applications will be considered on an individual basis. The safety devices, rules, and regulations required of each move are described in Section 4.0 of this regulation. The Department reserves the right to require flaggers, additional signs, additional lighting, additional company escort vehicles, Delaware State Police escorts, or any combination thereof, along with any other safety devices deemed necessary by DelDOT to ensure the safety of the traveling public.
3.4.4 The issuance of a hauling permit by the State in no way guarantees any roadway or structure to be capable of carrying or passing the vehicle or load described. The permit does not supersede any lesser load limit posted on a bridge or highway unless so noted.
3.4.5 The permittee shall assume all responsibility for any damages to road surface, traffic control devices, bridges, above ground utilities, or other structures and all liability in case of injury to person or property, public or private that may result from such movement. Liability and property damage insurance in sufficient amounts to cover any and all claims that may arise shall be carried by the permittee, and under the coverage, the State of Delaware shall be saved harmless from any such claim.
3.4.6 Every permit granted shall be electronically generated. Each permit shall contain a description of the vehicle and load, a complete routing schedule, with exceptions, and a statement of fee levied.
3.4.7 Permits may be granted only for vehicles or trailers complying with Title 21, Chapter 21, of the Delaware Code. Every permit, including supporting documentation, shall be carried in the vehicle to which it refers during the movement it authorizes and it shall be open to inspection by any police officer or DelDOT employee. Copies of multi-trip permits issued to utility companies may be carried by their vehicles in lieu of the original. Copies of multi-trip permits issued for bus operation may be carried in the buses in lieu of the original. Copies of multi-trip permits issued for the movement of double-bottom vehicles may be carried in the vehicle in lieu of the original or they may be posted at the destination point of the route or they may be retained at the nearest office of the permittee. Copies of multi-trip route permits shall be posted at the destination point or the main office of the company. Copies of a ship permit may be carried by the movers of the loads associated with the ship permit.
3.4.8 Permits shall not be issued for a reducible load, with the exception of 3 and 4 single axle vehicles and ship permits described herein.
3.4.9 Delaware law allows for 3-axle vehicles to carry up to 65,000 lbs., 70,000lbs. with an annual weight registration fee permit, and 4-axle vehicles the GVW permitted is 73,280 lbs. These vehicles are legal on all roads in Delaware with the exception of the Interstate system where the Bridge Formula prevails. The State of Delaware, under grandfather clauses, allows for single trip permits to be issued for these vehicles to run on the Interstate system in Delaware up to their registered or permitted weight.
3.4.10 Delaware acknowledges being pre-exempted for reasonable access to be in compliance with 23FR658.19. With the exception of the Interstate system, all designated routes have full facilities on route and do not require additional access. On the Interstate system, reasonable access shall be as defined in 23CFR 658.19 except at those interchanges where no facilities are available and are so signed.
3.4.11 A permit may be denied or revoked in order to preserve the safety of the traveling public, to protect the structural integrity of highways or bridges, or as otherwise authorized by the Department.
3.4.12 Permitted loads not exceeding 75 feet in Length, 12 feet in Width, 14 feet 6 inches in Height, and 120,000 lbs. will be allowed to move from 9pm to 5am Monday through Friday with prior approval. When applying for an oversize load permit, the night time travel must be requested and approval indicated in the Special Provisions portion on the approved permit. DelDOT reserves the right to restrict moves within this time period on a case-by-case basis in order to minimize impacts to the traveling public and to ensure public safety.
3.4.13 If load cannot be moved at posted speed the permittee shall note the travel speed of the load along the intended route on the permit application. DelDOT reserves the right to restrict moves on a case-by-case basis in order to minimize impacts to the traveling public and to ensure public safety.
3.5 Amending a Validated Permit. Only a DelDOT Permit Agent can amend a Validated permit. The Customer must telephonically notify the Hauling Permit office on or before the expiration date to request an amendment of a Validated permit.
3.5.1 Only the following data fields may be amended on a Validated (Purchased) permit due to a breakdown of the piece of equipment:

Power Unit License Number

Trailer License Number

Note: Both Power Unit and Trailer License Numbers cannot be amended on the same permit unless it is prior to effective date of permit.

3.5.2 Route may be amended due to limitations of roadways as determined by DelDOT. Beginning and ending route (other than a beginning or terminal point within Delaware) may be amended if confirmed by bordering state DOT Highway Official.
3.5.3 Extension of Expiration Date. On a Validated (Purchased) permit the expiration date may be extended 3 days due to a breakdown of the piece of equipment.
3.5.4 Weather conditions or other natural causes - The expiration date may be amended to the next business day after expiration date that roadways are clear of weather conditions or other natural causes as determined by DelDOT.
3.5.5 Fee - A fee of $10.00 may be charged to amend a Validated permit.

2 Del. Admin. Code § 2405-3.0

19 DE Reg. 324 (10/1/2015)
20 DE Reg. 194 (9/1/2016)
21 DE Reg. 585 (1/1/2018)
23 DE Reg. 326 (10/1/2019)
26 DE Reg. 408 (11/1/2022)
26 DE Reg. 1078 (6/1/2023) (Final)