What You Should Know About Nova Scotia Oversize Permits.

Permit Overview.
Before hitting the road, it's important to note that Nova Scotia Oversize Permits are only valid for three days. To prevent delays, get your permission before visiting the province.

Operating Guidelines Daytime Travel:

Most loads may be transported during daytime hours. However, if your load surpasses 14 feet in height, daylight travel is necessary.

 
Weekend restrictions:

Be warned that overwidth loading are not allowed on Sundays or holidays.

Peak Traffic Hours:

Vehicles larger than 14 feet wide or 82 feet long are banned from 7:00 - 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Travel Restrictions:
If the load exceeds 12 feet in width or 82 feet in length, you will be unable to move between 3:00 pm on Friday and Monday morning.

Legal Dimensions and Weight Limits:

Understanding the legal aspects is critical for compliance.
Length: Semi-Trailer 53′

Overall Length:  75′

Width: 8'6"

Height: 13'7"

Weight: Steer Axle 14,300 lbs, Single Axle: 20,020 lbs, Tandem Axle: 39,682 lbs.

Regarding regular permits:
Length is 100′.
Width is 18′
Height: 15'8".
Weight: 25,000 lbs for single, 50,000 lbs for tandem, and 65,000 lbs for tridem.

Escort Requirements.
Certain situations need escort vehicles.
Two escorts are required for lengths exceeding 82′.
For widths more than 10′, one escort is required; for widths greater than 14′, two escorts are necessary.

Safety Regulations: Signs, Flags, and Lighting

To guarantee safe transportation:
Use bright red flags at the extremities of loads wider than 9 feet or with overhangs that exceed the prescribed restrictions.
"D" warning signs are required for certain dimensions.

Streamline Your Application Process.

Compare Transport Canada makes acquiring Nova Scotia Overweight Permits as straightforward as possible. Our team is well-versed in the subtleties of the application process, including how to utilize the Nova Scotia DOT Permit Login and get the Nova Scotia DOT Oversized Permit Application System.

Why Choose Compare Transport Canada?

Our devotion to client service defines us. We recognize that each load is unique and demands customized solutions. Whether you're new to oversize transport or a seasoned professional looking for guidance with the online application procedure, we're here to help.

Ready to start? Don't wait call us immediately at 403-800-6014! Let Compare Transport Canada handle the headache of obtaining your oversize permits so you can concentrate on what you do best getting your load where it needs to go safely and quickly!