No. 38619 (5-year Review): Rule R909-2. Utah Size and Weight Rule

DAR File No.: 38619
Filed: 06/16/2014 02:28:12 PM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

This rule is enacted under the authority of Section 72-7-406 which permits the Department of Transportation to regulate all commercial motor vehicle operators and motor carriers engaged in the movement of over-dimensional and overweight vehicles and loads.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments have been received during or since the last five-year review of Rule R909-2.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

The Utah Size and Weight rule contains provisions related to legal size and weight dimensions, general permit provisions, tire loads, variable load axles, restrictions, divisible and non-divisible provisions, longer combinations vehicles, overweight vehicles, mobile and manufactured homes, pilot escort requirements for training and drivers, farmers, special mobile equipment, special truck equipment, and by-pass provision. The continuing purpose of Rule R909-2 is to protect and preserve Utah's highway infrastructure and regulate the movement of over-dimensional and overweight vehicles in Utah. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Transportation
Motor Carrier
CALVIN L RAMPTON COMPLEX
4501 S 2700 W
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84119-5998

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Christine Newman at the above address, by phone at 801-965-4026, by FAX at 801-965-4338, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Effective:

06/16/2014

Authorized by:

Carlos Braceras, Executive Director

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