![]() DMV further reports that applicants seeking oversize and hauling permits are generally aware that the most accurate and relevant information regarding requirements and fees originate in statute and often refer to manuals produced by the DMV to obtain this information. Since DMV's permitting program has a long history, their primary objective in promulgating the new regulation is to ensure that it would continue to remain applicable and up to date for a long time to come. 3 DMV proposes to create a new chapter that would contain updated definitions and requirements and conform to statute and current practices 2 A 2020 periodic review of both chapters found that the changes in technology and business practices, and in the Code of Virginia (specifically Chapter 10 of Title 46.2, henceforth Code) and federal regulations that had occurred in the interim had been sufficiently significant to warrant their repeal. ![]() Chapters 80 and 81 were last amended in 19 respectively. Since both chapters 80 and 81 prescribe requirements for obtaining permits to operate overweight vehicles, these requirements would be combined in the new chapter 82 for consistency and ease of reference.īackground. Pursuant to prior periodic reviews, 1 the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) seeks to repeal 24VAC20-80, Overload Permit Regulations, and 24VAC20-81, Hauling Permit Regulation, in their entirety and replace them with a new chapter 24VAC20-82, Overload and Hauling Permit Regulations. Summary of the Proposed Amendments to Regulation. There are no disadvantages to the public or the Commonwealth.ĭepartment of Planning and Budget's Economic Impact Analysis: The primary advantage to the agency and Commonwealth is that the proposed regulations clarify, but do not increase, DMV and the Virginia Department of Transportation responsibilities with regard to approving and issuing permits. Issues: The primary advantage to the public of the repeal of 24VAC20-80 and 24VAC20-81 and the promulgation of the new regulation proposed as 24VAC20-82 is to clarify language that was unclear, inconsistent, or inaccurate due to legislative changes and to consolidate the regulations in a single chapter for ease of reference. Changes conform the regulations to existing law, ensure consistency in the permitting process, and improve clarity. Substance: A comprehensive regulatory review and overhaul of the regulations ensures the regulation complements existing statutes, imposes minimal burdens on permittees while protecting the traveling public and transportation infrastructure, and reflects current agency policies and procedures in the most efficient, cost-effective, clearly written and understandable manner. DMV may propose other changes it identifies as necessary during the regulatory review process. DMV has completed a general review of the existing regulations and identified changes necessary to conform the regulations to existing law, ensure consistency in the permitting process, and improve clarity and ease of use while protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the traveling public and the Commonwealth's transportation infrastructure. Since that time, changes in technology and business practices and amendments to Chapter 10 (§ 46.2-1000 et seq.) of Title 46.2 of the Code of Virginia and federal regulations governing maximum vehicle size and weight have occurred. Purpose: The Overload Permit Regulations (24VAC20-80) and the Hauling Permit Regulation (24VAC20-81) last underwent comprehensive revisions in 19. ![]() of the Code of Virginia authorizes DMV to issue permits that allow certain vehicles that exceed statutory weight or size limits to operate on the highway and authorize DMV to promulgate regulations governing such permits. Section 46.2-1128 of the Code of Virginia authorizes DMV to grant an overload permit to certain vehicles that exceed statutory weight limits and specifically provides that DMV may promulgate regulations governing such permits. Box 27412, Richmond, VA 23269-0001, telephone (804) 367-1844, FAX (804) 367-6631, TDD (800) 272-9268, or email Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) regulations are promulgated under the general authority of § 46.2-203 of the Code of Virginia, which grants DMV statutory authority to promulgate regulations necessary to carry out the laws administered by the department. Public Hearing Information: No public hearing is currently scheduled.Īgency Contact: Melissa Velazquez, Legislative Services Manager, Department of Motor Vehicles, P.O. ![]() Statutory Authority: § 46.2-203 of the Code of Virginia. Overload and Hauling Permits Regulation (adding 24VAC20-82-10 through 24VAC20-82-180). ![]()
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