Vermont State Permit Resource

Staying current with state permits is crucial for truckers to ensure legal compliance and avoid costly fines or delays. These permits help streamline operations, ensuring that truckers can transport goods smoothly across state lines without regulatory issues.

Vermont Permits

Maximum Legal Weight Allowed:

    • Axle Group Maximum:
      • Single: 22,400 lbs
      • 2-Axle Group: 42,000 lbs
      • 3-Axle Group: 54,000 lbs
      • 4-Axle Group: 60,000 lbs

Maximum Permit Weight Allowed:

    • Steer Axle: 12,000 lbs
    • All Other Axles: 20,000 lbs
    • Maximum Permit Weight: 108,000 lbs

Blanket Permits

    • Blanket Permits: Issued for ongoing operations.
      • Blanket Oversize Permit: $135
      • Blanket Oversize (Each Additional): $8
      • Low Bed Blanket Permit: $275

Single Trip Permits:

    • Up to 150,000 lbs: Permits are granted if axles distribute weight properly (20,000 lbs per axle with dual wheels, 12,000 lbs per axle with single wheels).
    • Single Trip Permit: $48
    • Single Trip Over Length Permit: $34

Special Excess Weight Permits:

    • 3-Axle Straight Trucks: 60,000 lbs
    • 4-Axle Straight Trucks: 69,000 lbs
    • 4 and 5+ Axle Tractor-Trailer Combos: 72,000 to 76,000 lbs with proper axle spacing.

Super Loads:

    • 150,000+ lbs: Requires engineering review and inspection.

Special Excess Weight Permit Fees:

    • 60,000 lbs: $187
    • 69,000 lbs: $422
    • 72,000 lbs & 76,000 lbs: $18 each
    • 90,000 lbs (All Products): $458
    • 99,000 lbs: $671

Crane Permits:

    • Self-Issue Crane Permit: $48 per permit

Vermont Trip and Fuel (IRP/IFTA) Permits:

Trip Permits:

    • Required for vehicles eligible for apportioned registration when entering any IRP jurisdiction unless already registered.
    • 72-Hour Trip Permit: $15 plus service fees, allowing interstate and intrastate operation.
    • A USDOT number is required for all trip permits.

Contact Us

Please note that DOT Compliance Group does not provide State Permit Registration. However, we offer a variety of essential compliance services to keep your business running smoothly, including Clearinghouse Registration, Unified Carrier Registration (UCR), Biennial Updates, and much more. If you have any questions about our services or need assistance, feel free to reach out to us at 972-232-2218. We’re here to help with all your compliance needs.