Overweight Vehicles
Overweight vehicles
The Vehicle Dimensions and Mass (VDAM) Rule 2016 specifies the legal weights and axle loads. If your vehicle exceeds these load limits, you will need to apply for an overweight permit before you travel on our roads.
https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/vehicle-types/vehicle-classes-and-standards/vehicle-dimensions-and-mass/
Apply for an overweight vehicle permit
To apply for an overweight permit to travel on Upper Hutt City local roads:
We aim to process permits within five (5) working days, this may take longer if the weights and axle loads need to be checked by an engineer.