(A) The City Traffic Engineer, in his discretion, upon an application in writing and if good cause appears, may issue a special permit in writing authorizing the applicant:
(1) To operate or move a vehicle or combination of vehicles or special mobile equipment of a size or weight of vehicle or load exceeding the maximum specified in the California Vehicle Code or this chapter;
(2) To use corrugations on the periphery of the movable tracks on a traction engine or tractor the propulsive power of which is not exerted through wheels resting on the roadway but by means of a flexible band or chain; or
(3) Under emergency conditions, to operate or move a type of vehicle otherwise prohibited by this chapter upon any highway under the jurisdiction of the city.
(B) The application for a permit shall specifically describe the vehicle and load to be operated or moved, the particular highways over which the permit to operate is requested, and whether the permit is requested for a single trip or for continuous operation.
(C) The City Traffic Engineer is authorized to issue or withhold the permit in his discretion, or, if the permit is issued, to limit the number of trips, or to establish seasonal or other time limitations within which the vehicle or vehicles described may be operated on the highways indicated, or otherwise to limit or prescribe the conditions of the operation of the vehicle when necessary to assure against undue damages to the road foundations, surfaces, or structures, and may require an undertaking or other security as may be deemed necessary to protect the highways and bridges from injuries or to provide indemnity for injuries resulting from the operation of the vehicle.
(D) Every such permit shall be carried in the vehicle or combination of vehicles to which the permit refers and shall be open to inspection by any peace officer, traffic officer, or other authorized agent of the city.
(E) It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any of the terms or conditions of any such special permit.
('66 Code, § 4-5.1407) (Ord. 317-C-S, passed 6-10-76) Penalty, see § 4-5.1601