Thie NCDOT ARPS Internet Permit Application System provides an easy way to apply for Single Trip Permits valid for one trip over a ten-day period to move vehicles (including load) that exceed maximum legal size or weight over state highways. Generally a permit is required if:
- total width is over 8'6",
- overall height is greater than 13'6",
- a single vehicle is over 40' or vehicle combination is over 60' in length, or
(Exception: truck tractor/48-foot semi-trailer combination with no overall length limitation is allowed on all roads and truck tractor/53-foot semi-trailer combination, with no overall length limitation is allowed on all North Carolina primary (NC,US,Interstate) routes unless restricted.)
- weight exceeds legal weight by NC law
