Section 554.103  Scope

a)         All applications for permits are given full consideration.  Permits for proposed moves may be issued

1)         when the highways and bridges will not be unduly damaged; and

2)         when the safety of the traveling public will be adequately protected.

b)         A permit may also be issued when substantial benefits will be realized by a large segment of the public and potential damage and safety problems can be resolved.

c)         This Part is the official detailed policy written to provide a uniform system for issuing oversize  and overweight permits.  This Part is authorized by the Code and, in addition to the statutes, governs the issuance of special permits.  All of the terms, conditions, and informational requirements contained in this Part constitute the Department's official policies for this permit program.

d)         Questions regarding permits or permit policies should be directed to the Illinois Department of Transportation, Bureau of Operations, Permit Office, 2300 South Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, Illinois 62764 (217/785-1477 or 217/782-6271) or by email at: dot.permitoffice@illinois.gov.

(Source:  Amended at 36 Ill. Reg. 13254, effective August 1, 2012)