Permit system for the movement of Abnormal Loads
A new streamlined system for issuing special permits for the movement of long wide loads has been introduced.The new system will be operated by An Garda Síochána and it will apply to designated routes along major inter urban routes for vehicles not exceeding 27.4 metres in length and 4.3 metres in width or 4.65 metres in height and which are within the allowed weight limits under the Road Traffic (Construction Equipment & Use) Regulations 2003. These routes include the N/M7, M8, N/M18 and N/M20 in County Limerick.
For vehicles operating on other routes exceeding the limits specified above and whose weights are outside the limits specified in S.I. No. 5 of 2003, the existing permit system remains in force and operators should continue to apply to the designated Local Authorities for permits to move long wide and heavy loads.
The Permit Application Form, Schedule of Designated Roads and Guidelines for Operators may be found at: www.garda.ie. Click on “Traffic” and “Road Traffic Unit”.
In addition to the above, operators will also need to apply to "Direct Route" for a permit to use the N18 and Limerick Tunnel.
Note : A maximum height of 4.65 metres applies in the Tunnel
The Application Forms for "Direct Route" and Limerick County Council can be downloaded here.
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