28-1094. Vehicle height; exceptions; special permits

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A. Without a permit issued under section 28-1103 or this section, a vehicle unladen or with a load shall not exceed a height of thirteen feet six inches above the level surface on which the vehicle stands.

B. The department with respect to highways under its jurisdiction and a local authority with respect to highways under its jurisdiction shall also designate a system of highways that a vehicle unladen or with a load not exceeding fourteen feet above the level surface on which a vehicle stands may operate without a permit prescribed in subsection C of this section. In designating the streets, the local authority shall consider any reasonable restriction including such safety restrictions as structural hazards, street width and any other safety factors identified by the local authority as a hazard to the motoring public.

C. Notwithstanding section 28-1103, the department with respect to highways under its jurisdiction and a local authority with respect to highways under its jurisdiction, on application in writing and good cause shown, may issue a special permit in writing that is valid for one year and that authorizes the applicant to operate or move a motor vehicle or combination of vehicles on designated routes in this state if the laden height does not exceed fourteen feet. A fee of forty-five dollars is required for each motor vehicle covered by a permit issued pursuant to this subsection.

Except as expressly provided in this subsection, the special permit is governed by sections 28-1103, 28-1104 and 28-1105.

D. Notwithstanding section 28-1103, the department with respect to highways under its jurisdiction and a local authority with respect to highways under its jurisdiction, on application and good cause shown, may issue a permit pursuant to this chapter that authorizes the applicant to operate or move a motor vehicle on designated routes in this state if the laden height of the vehicle exceeds fourteen feet. A fee of fifteen dollars is required for each motor vehicle covered by a permit issued pursuant to this subsection. Except as expressly provided in this subsection, the single trip special permit is governed by sections 28-1103, 28-1104 and 28-1105.