Moving Permits and Oversized Loads
A permit is required to move any oversize or overweight vehicle or load on any highway under the jurisdiction of the City.
Notice required
- 10 to 15 business days before the requested start date of the permit
- In order to avoid delays in obtaining an annual permit, please ensure the permit request is submitted a minimum of ten business days prior to the requested start date of the permit
An annual permit is valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
Insurance required
- Automobile Liability Insurance required - The Mover must verify a minimum of $5,000,000 Automobile Liability insurance coverage for the vehicle hauling the large or oversized load
- Commercial General Liability (C.G.L.) Insurance required - The Mover must verify a minimum of $5,000,000 C.G.L. insurance coverage with the City of Oshawa named on the policy as an additional Insured
- A Certificate of Insurance must be submitted to the City to verify valid insurance coverage required by this permit
City address for Certificate of Insurance:
City of Oshawa
50 Centre St. S.
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 3Z7
Route map and traffic control
- In addition to proposed route description on the application, a route map and traffic control plan may be required
- The applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance/approvals from Railway companies, Fire Services, Police Services, Emergency Medical Services (E.M.S.), Durham Region Transit and overhead utilities
- The applicant is responsible for arranging police escorts and traffic control as required
Axle load drawing and/or structural stability report required.
For gross vehicle weights exceeding 65,000 kg, applicant will require to submit:
- Axle load drawing
- An evaluation by a qualified engineer/consultants may be required to confirm that all bridges/structures on the proposed route are safe for specific loading
- Pre and post road condition assessment report may be required
Vehicle/load specifications
| Maximum width | Requirement |
|---|---|
|
Up to 2.60 m |
No permit required |
|
2.61 m to 3.99 m |
Permit required, no escort required |
|
4.00 m to 4.99 m |
Permit required, one escort vehicle required on multi-lane highways |
|
4.00 m to 4.59 m |
Permit required, one escort vehicle required on two lane highways |
|
4.60 m to 4.99 m |
Permit required, two escort vehicle required on two lane highways |
|
5.00 m and greater |
Permit required, minimum two police escort vehicle required |
| Overall length | Requirement |
|---|---|
|
Up to 23 m |
No permit required |
|
23.01 m to 36.75 m |
Permit required, no escort required |
|
36.76 m to 45.74 m |
Permit required, one escort vehicle required |
|
45.75 m and greater |
Permit required, minimum two police escort vehicle required |
| Height | Requirement |
|---|---|
|
Up to 4.15 m |
No permit required |
|
4.16 m to 4.60 m |
Permit required, no escort required |
|
4.60 m and greater |
Permit required, one escort vehicle required - route confirmation with traffic signals and design |
| Overall weight | Requirement |
|---|---|
|
Recorded weight shall be for the load and transporting vehicle combined. |
A permit is required if the axle and/or gross weight exceeds the limits set out in the Highway Traffic Act. |
Regional permit requirements
If any portion of the route will be on a Regional Road in Oshawa, the customer must obtain the Regional permit first.
Permit fee
The permit fee is $150 plus tax.
Resources
Ministry Of Transportation - A Guide to Oversized/Overweight Vehicles and Loads in Ontario
Contact Us
Service Oshawa
Oshawa City Hall
50 Centre St. S.
Oshawa, ON L1H 3Z7
Phone: 905-436-3311
Toll Free: 1-800-667-4292
Email: service@oshawa.ca
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