Minnesota 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.

Minnesota Oversize and Overweight Regulations

Oversize Load in Minnesota

A vehicle is considered oversize if it exceeds the following legal limits:

    • Width: 8 ft. 6 in.
    • Height: 13 ft. 6 in.
    • Length:
      • 45 ft. for single vehicles
      • 48 ft. for mobile cranes
      • 75 ft. for combination vehicles
    • Weight: 80,000 lbs

Overweight Load in Minnesota

A vehicle is considered overweight if it exceeds the gross vehicle weight limit of 80,000 lbs.

Single Trip Permits

    • Validity: 7 days, for individual trips of non-divisible loads.
    • Fee: $15
    • Dimensions: Vary depending on load; route approval may be required.
    • Weight: Legal weight only.

For oversize and overweight loads, a damage assessment fee is added, and route approval is required.

Construction/Farm Equipment and Machinery Permits

Oversize Only:

    • Fee: $120
    • Max Width: 16 ft.
    • Max Height: 15 ft.
    • Max Length: 110 ft.
    • Weight: Legal limit (80,000 lbs)

Oversize and Overweight:

    • Max Width: 16 ft.
    • Max Height: 15 ft.
    • Max Length: 110 ft.
    • Max Weight: 155,000 lbs
    • Fee: Varies based on weight.

Annual Overweight Permit Schedule

For vehicles operating above the legal gross vehicle weight (GVW):

    • Up to 90,000 lbs: $200
    • 90,001 – 100,000 lbs: $300
    • 100,001 – 110,000 lbs: $400
    • 110,001 – 120,000 lbs: $500
    • 120,001 – 130,000 lbs: $600
    • 130,001 – 140,000 lbs: $700
    • 140,001 – 145,000 lbs: $800
    • 145,001 – 155,000 lbs: $900

Minnesota Trip and Fuel (IRP/IFTA) Permits

120-Hour Trip Permit:

    • Fee: $15 + $10 filing fee.
    • Valid for up to 80,000 lbs for one vehicle, once every 30 days.

120-Hour Fuel Trip Permit:

    • Fee: $25, no filing fee.
    • No limit to the number of permits issued.

Minnesota Manufactured Houses and Mobile Homes

For moving manufactured homes, storage buildings, or sheds:

    • Max Width: 16 ft.
    • Max Height: 15 ft.
    • Max Length: 110 ft.
    • Weight: Legal
    • Annual Permit Fee: $120
    • Route Approval: Required.

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.