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Oversize-overweight permits 

Oversize/overweight permits provide for safe and efficient movement of oversize/overweight vehicle and loads. Examples of such loads would be mobile homes, cranes, garbage and refuse.

• Determine if a permit is required
• What type of permit is needed? 
  • Single trip - Valid for 14 days valid for 1 trip only
  • Multiple trip - Valid from 3 months to 12 months no limit on number of trips
• Apply for a permit
• Forms/applications
• Times of operation
• Permit requirements
• Detour and construction information
• Permit temporary suspensions - there are no temporary permit suspensions at this time
• Seasonal weight restrictions (April 27, 2009)
• Bridge information for routing purposes
• Additional information

If you have questions:

• E-mail: oversize-permits.dmv@dot.state.wi.us
• Call: (608) 266-7320
• FAX: (608) 264-7751
• Write to the address below:

Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Motor Carrier Services
P.O. Box 7980
Madison WI 53707-7980

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Last modified: December 16, 2009