PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
Prince Edward Island Permits
Prince Edward Island Department of Transportation & Public Works Highway Safety Division
Address: P.O. Box 2000 Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada C1A7N8
Contact: (902) 368-5200
Hours: 8:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M. (AT)
Permits
The permit is valid for 24 hours.
Weight:
| Single | 20,000 |
| Tandem | 58,000 |
| Tridum | 74,000 |
| Quad | 79,200 |
Gross Weight: Depends on tire sizes and axle spacings.
Length: No maximum established. The permit will be issued if the roads can handle the length. If longer than 80′ then escorts will be required.
Width: No maximum established. The permit will be issued if the road can handle the excessive width. Escorts will be required for all loads over 12′ wide.
Height: No maximum established. The permit will be issued if there is adequate clearance for the vehicle to pass through safely.
When Escorts Are Needed:
(Government has right to add escorts on load when it deems necessary.)
# of Escorts
| Width of 12’ & over | 2 (Front & Rear) |
| Length 90’ & over | 2 (Front & Rear) |
Escort vehicles must have a flashing amber light mounted on top of the vehicle. Escorts must also have a wide load sign or a “D” sign attached to the front of the vehicle.
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