Virginia law § 46.2-1143 allows owners or operators of coal and certain other hauling vehicles to obtain overweight permits without fee, enabling them to operate with higher gross weights under specified conditions. The law sets maximum weight limits based on the number of axles and vehicle configurations, ensuring safe operation. Penalties may apply for violations of these weight restrictions.
Owners or operators of vehicles used exclusively for hauling coal or coal byproducts from a mine to a processing or loading facility can apply for the permit.
No, the law states that the permit is issued without a fee.
A three-axle vehicle can have a maximum gross weight of 60,000 pounds, with specific limits for single and tandem axles.
Violations may result in penalties, including fines or other enforcement actions, for exceeding the permitted weight limits.