Tennessee 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.

Permits are required for vehicles exceeding the following dimensions:

    • Width: 8 ft. 6 in.
    • Height: 13 ft. 6 in.
    • Length: 50 ft. for tractor + semitrailer combination
    • Overhang: 60 in. (5 ft.) total for both front and rear
    • Weight:
      • Single Axle: 20,000 lbs
      • Tandem Axle: 34,000 lbs
      • Gross Weight: 80,000 lbs

Annual Permits:

    • For non-divisible loads exceeding state weight limits:
      • Up to 120,000 lbs GVW: $500
      • 120,000 to 150,000 lbs GVW: $1,000
      • Weights over 150,000 lbs require a special permit from the Commissioner of Transportation.

Manufactured Homes Permits:

Single Trip Permits:

      • Width up to 14 ft: $50
      • Width up to 16 ft: $100
      • Height over 14 ft 2 in: $50
      • Length: $25
    • Single trip permits are valid for 6 days.

    Annual Permits:

      • 14 ft wide mobile homes: $1,000
      • 16 ft wide mobile homes: $2,000

    72-Hour Trip Permit:

      • Required for vehicles not registered or apportioned for Tennessee, allowing interstate or intrastate movement.
      • Fee: $30 plus wire service fees.

     Temporary Fuel Use Permit:

      • Valid for up to 7 consecutive days, for vehicles not licensed under IFTA, allowing movement in Tennessee.
      • Fee: $30 per permit plus wire service fees.

    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.