LAKE COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT 1513 Hwy 2 Two Harbors Minnesota (218) FAX (218)

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LAKE COUNTY HGHWAY DEPARTMENT 1513 Hwy 2 Two Harbors Minnesota 55616 (218) 834-838 FAX (218) 834-8384 TRANSPORTATON PERMT APPLCANTS Attached please find an Application for Transportation

- Annual Permit Lake County does not have credit card capabilities so a check will need to be made payable to "Lake County Highway Department".

1 LAKE COUNTY HGHWAY DEPARTMENT 1513 Hwy 2 Two Harbors Minnesota (218) FAX (218) TRANSPORTATON PERMT APPLCANTS Attached please find an Application for Transportation Permit-Single Trip and/or Annual Trip. Lake County charges the following: $15.- Single Trip $1.- Annual Permit Lake County does not have credit card capabilities so a check will need to be made payable to "Lake County Highway Department". Applications should be received by Lake County Highway Department at least 48 hours in advance of move to ensure approval. f application is faxed, a copy of the check with the total amount must also be faxed and check submitted by mail immediately. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter and if you have any questions, please feel free to call. LAKE COUNTY HGHWAY DEPARTMENT ext. 226

APPLCATON FOR TRANSPORTATON PERMT LAKE COUNTY HGHWAY DEPARTMENT 1513 Hwy 2, Two Harbors MN 55616 Phone- (9218) 834-838 Fax- (218) 834-8384 Permit No. Permit Fee - Per Move $1s.

. Equipment, Structure, Material Oother. Check Type Size, Model No., etc. D D Trailer Mobile Home D Semi-Trailer Other. Weight of Load.. M" MEANS 1 LBS.

2 APPLCATON FOR TRANSPORTATON PERMT LAKE COUNTY HGHWAY DEPARTMENT 1513 Hwy 2, Two Harbors MN Phone- (9218) Fax- (218) Permit No. Permit Fee - Per Move $1s.oo l Applicant's Name Company Name Phone Address FAX Address Check Type.. MOT()R. VEHCLE OR TOWNG VEHCLE TOWED VEHCLE OR TRALED EQUPMENT D Truck Tractor Truck. >.. Equipment, Structure, Material Oother. Check Type Size, Model No., etc. D D Trailer Mobile Home D Semi-Trailer Other. Weight of Load.. M" MEANS 1 LBS. "L" MEANS LEGAL OVERALL DMENSONS Axle Spacing Loaded Axle Weights Cross Out Axles Not Applying ' Width Height Length Total Axle Weights 13 ft in ft in ft in Movement From Movement To Via County Highways Movement to be during Date(s) of Hours of Day (we) certify that the above information is correct. f granted this permit, (we) do hereby agree to comply with all regulations, conditions which apply to this movement. Applicant's Signature Date House Mover License No. TRANSPORTATON PERMT AUTHORZATON OF MOVEMENT S HEREBY GRANTED subject to compliance with the terms, conditions on page 2, and restrictions below and is subject to revocation upon non-compliance or alteration. SPECALREQUREMENTS_: Date Authorized Signature Lake County MUST BE CARRED N VEHCLE DURNG THE ABOVE DESCRBED MOVEMENT 2/5/216

D Lake County MNNESOTA LAKE COUNTY HGHWAY DEPARTMENT 1513Hwy2 Two Harbors Minnesota 55616 ( 218) 834-838 FAX (218) 834-8384 General Conditions for Oversize/Overweight Loads A copy of the Lake County

The Permittee must meet the terms and conditions listed on the permit. A Lake County permit is not valid if the actual loaded weights or dimensions exceed what is indicated on the permit.

3 D Lake County MNNESOTA LAKE COUNTY HGHWAY DEPARTMENT 1513Hwy2 Two Harbors Minnesota ( 218) FAX (218) General Conditions for Oversize/Overweight Loads A copy of the Lake County permit and its attachments, including these General Conditions, must be carried in the vehicle during transport and made available upon demand to law enforcement or Lake County official. The Permittee must meet the terms and conditions listed on the permit. A Lake County permit is not valid if the actual loaded weights or dimensions exceed what is indicated on the permit. The Lake County Highway Department assumes no responsibility for the property, vehicle(s), or load of the permit holder (Permittee). 1. Bad Weather and Road Surface Conditions. Movement is not authorized when weather or road conditions are hazardous due to snow, ice or rain; when visibility is less than 5'; or when winds or wind gusts prevent the permitted vehicle from staying in its travel lane. t is the driver's responsibility to monitor local weather reports to determine satisfactory travel conditions. 2. Rear Visibility Required. Vehicle shall be equipped to provide the driver a view of the highway for a distance of at least 2 feet to the rear of the vehicle. 3. Right of Way. f the Permittee is not able to yield the right way to oncoming traffic, or if the vehicle/load will encroach into an oncoming traffic lane, a Lead escort by a certified Peace Officer in an authorized emergency vehicle is required. 4. Warning Devices. Flags: Red, orange or yellow warning flags are to be displayed when load is more than 3 feet ahead of the front bumper or 4 feet or more beyond the rear of the vehicle; when a vehicle or load exceeds 9 feet in width; or when a vehicle/load exceeds legal vehicle length. Flags must be 18 inches square and in good repair. Flags must be secured at the extreme tips of front and rear overhang, at the widest points and each corner of over width loads and fully visible to traffic. When long loads are transported with a pole dolly or steering dolly, warning flags or lights must be attached to the underside of the load, and spaced no more than 2 feet apart. Signs. Signs must be legible. Between sunset and sunrise, signs must be lighted or of reflective material. f sign material is flexible, it must be pulled taut or mounted to a flat surface. o Permitted vehicle- when loaded width exceeds 12 feet or when vehicle combination length exceeds 95 feet, "Oversize Load" signs and warning lights must be displayed on the front and rear of the permitted vehicle, with lights at least 2 inches above the ground. Signs must have 1" series C black 1-3/8" letters on a yellow background and measure at least 18" high x 72" long. o Escort vehicle - when escort vehicles are required, the vehicle must display either a "Long Load" or "Wide Load" sign mounted on top of the escort vehicle. These signs must have 8" series C 1-1 /8" black lettering on a yellow background and measure at least 12" high x 6" long. Signs cannot extend beyond the fender line on the drier's side or more than six inches beyond the fender line on the passenger side of the vehicle. Lights. Warning lights are needed whenever signs are required, and must be visible from a distance of no less than 5 feet. Lights may be flashing, strobe, or rotating beacon with rate of 6-9 flashes per minute and a minimum diameter of 4 inches. o Single warning light - must be mounted as close to center of sign as practical. o Dual warning lights - must be mounted as far apart as practical. 5. Pilot Car Escort Certification: As of January 214, a pilot car escort driver must be certified through the Minnesota Department of Public Safety's Certified Pilot Escort Driver Program, as defined under MN Statute 299D.85. Driver: A certified pilot escort driver must be at least 18 years of age with a current, valid driver's license. Vehicle: An escort vehicle must be either a passenger automobile, light duty van, or a two-axle pickup or a twoaxle single unit truck in proper operating condition. Convoying of vehicles in order to reduce the total number of certified escorts used is not allowed. Whenever a load or vehicle crosses roadway centerline and encroaches into oncoming traffic a certified Peace Officer escort is required to precede permitted vehicle. 6. Posted Roadway or Bridge. Regardless of route listed on a permit, the Permittee must comply with all posted roadway and bridge restrictions. 7. Hours of Movement. Authorized hours of movement are found under "Permit Travel Hours". However, a permit may require different travel hours when deemed necessary. 24/7 movement is allowed for loads that are overweight and/or up to 9' wide, 14' high, and 95' long. 1

Night Move: Between sunset and sunrise o Loads up to 12'6" wide and/or up to 95' long require either 1) amber LED lights at widest points of load and every 2ft.

Although centered loading is preferred, offset loading is permissible.

4 Night Move: Between sunset and sunrise o Loads up to 12'6" wide and/or up to 95' long require either 1) amber LED lights at widest points of load and every 2ft.; or 2) a lead certified pilot car escort on 2-lane non-divided roadways, and a rear certified pilot car escort on multi-lane divided roadways. 8. Side Overhang. Although centered loading is preferred, offset loading is permissible. When offset loading is necessary, the majority of the overhang should be on the right side (shoulder side) of the vehicle, as much as practical. 9. Hauling Unit. An empty, over-legal size combination vehicle may be moved under a single trip permit when warranted. 1. Vehicle Breakdown. n the event of a vehicle breakdown, the vehicle must be moved as far off the roadway as practical. Warning devices shall be placed around the vehicle as required by law to notify other motorists of a hazard. 11. Hauling Unit Requirement. The Permittee must ensure that the hauling vehicle is adequate to handle the movement safely and meets federal and state vehicle safety requirements. 12. Divisible Load. Multiple pieces that create an over-legal dimension or weight loading is not allowed. 13. Tire Limit. Under permit, tire weights cannot exceed 6 pounds per inch of tire width, or the manufacturer's recommended tire load; whichever is less. 14. Legal Weight Limitations. Minnesota statutes relating to legal weight limitations are included in the following sections: M.S through and the specific language of these statutes can be found at License Plate, Motor Vehicle Registration and Tax Laws. A Lake County OSOW permit has no bearing on the truck weight registration. The vehicle's registered weight must meet or exceed the gross vehicle weight shown on the Lake County permit. 16. Responsibility during Movement. When Lake County agrees to allow an alteration of Lake County property, it must be noted on the permit. When a Permittee alters any portion of a roadway, bridge, signage, or right-of-way during a permit move, the Permittee is responsible for returning the roadway and right-of-way to the same condition, or better, than it was prior to the move. All alteration materials or supplies must be removed from the highway and right-of-way immediately after the move. 17. Liability for Damage. The Permittee is responsible for any damage to the highway or its structures resulting from a willful or negligent act by the Permittee, as set forth in Minnesota Statute, Damages may be recovered through civil action or other remedial action defined by the department. n addition, the Permittee may be responsible for any personal property damage or injuries caused as a result of the Permittee's movement. 18. Other Jurisdictions. Authorization for movement over streets and roads other than Lake County must be obtained from the appropriate road authority having jurisdiction over said street and road. PERMT TRAVEL HOURS FOR LOADS THAT EXCEED 9' WDE, 14' HGH, 85' LONG SUMMER TRAVEL HOURS (Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend) Sunday & Friday 2am - 2pm Monday - Thursday & Saturday 2am - 1 Opm WNTER TRAVEL HOURS Sunday - Saturday 2am - 2pm HOLDAY TRAVEL HOURS Day before Weekday Holiday, or Friday before Holiday that Falls on Saturday, Sunday or Monday, Travel allowed 2am - 2pm Day of Weekday Holiday or Saturday, Sunday, Monday of Holiday Weekend Travel allowed 2 am - 6am 2

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Section 05: Oversize/Overweight Permits. Minnesota Trucking Regulations

Section 05: Oversize/Overweight Permits Minnesota Trucking Regulations 37 Section 05 Oversize/Overweight Permits Obtain a Permit: A MnDOT special permit for oversize/overweight transportation is valid