Tehama County Public Works has the discretionary authority to issue special permits for the movement of vehicles/loads exceeding statutory limitations on the size, weight, and loading of vehicles. Requests for such special permits requires the completion of an application for a Transportation Permit.

STAA Interstate Truck Routes
The County, with Caltrans approval for access, designates the following STAA Interstate Truck Routes on County roads:
Transportation Permit Fee Schedule
(Over-height, Over-width, Over-weight)
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Single Trip (Construction Equipment, Mobile Homes, Special Equipment, House Move) | $15.00 |
| Annual Permits a. Construction Equipment (Maximum: H = 15', W = 14', L = 90') b. Mobile Homes (Maximum: 12') | $70.00 |
*Fees subject to change*
Special services necessitated by unusually large or heavy loads requiring Engineering investigations or other services shall be billed separately for each permit.
Transportation Permittee shall provide evidence of insurance covering Bodily Injury and Property Damage in the minimum amounts of $100,000.00 each person, $300,000.00 each occurrence and $500,000.00 each aggregate.
Download our Transportation Permit Fee Schedule for a complete breakdown of applicable fees and deposits required for Encroachment Permits.
Transportation Permit Application Instructions
Note: Please follow the instructions below to email your completed request for review.