§ 8.07 EXCESS DIMENSION, WEIGHT OR LOAD.

   (a)   An over-dimensioned vehicle permit is required for movement of any over-dimensioned vehicle upon streets and highways under the jurisdiction of the city.

   (b)   The application for an over-dimensioned vehicle permit must be completed in writing on a form provided by the city and specifically describe:

      (1)   The over-dimensioned vehicle by type, weight and dimensions;

      (2)   The contents, weight and dimensions of the load to be moved, including a description of any hazardous materials within the load;

      (3)   The route over which the over-dimensioned vehicle and load will travel, specifically identifying the particular highways and roadways;

      (4)   The date and times of the over-dimensioned vehicle movement;

      (5)   The names and addresses of each owner of the over-dimensioned vehicle , as well as its load;

      (6)   The full name, address and date of birth of each operator of the over-dimensioned vehicle , including the operator’s driver’s license number;

      (7)   Proof of adequate liability insurance, or a bond affording substantially the same coverage with respect to injury to persons or damage to property, as is required for proof of financial responsibility under M.S. Chapter 65B, as it may be amended from time to time; and

      (8)   Such other information as the City Council or issuing authority shall require.

   (c)   The fees for over-dimensioned vehicle permits shall be as set forth in § 14.03 of this city code.

   (d)   The City Engineer or designee is authorized to issue or withhold an over-dimensioned vehicle permit at his or her discretion; or if the permit is issued, to limit or prescribe conditions of operation of the over-dimensioned vehicle , when necessary to assure against undue damage to the road foundations, surfaces or structures, and may require additional safety provisions or other security as may be deemed necessary to compensate for any injury to any roadway or road structure.

   (e)   The operator or vehicle owner of the over-dimensioned vehicle must maintain proper insurance or security listed as on the written application in the amount deemed adequate by the issuing authority , including any additional security required as a condition of the permit’s issuance.

   (f)   Every over-dimensioned vehicle permit must be carried in the over-dimensioned vehicle to which it applies and must be presented for inspection upon the demand of any police officer or authorized agent of the issuing authority .

   (g)   Violation of any of the terms or conditions of an over-dimensioned vehicle permit , or the provisions of this section shall be punishable as a misdemeanor.

(1958 Code, § 174.06(3)) (Recodified by Ord. 2013-9, passed 4-1-2013)