Transportation Permits

A transportation permit is required to operate or move vehicle(s) or special mobile equipment on County roads of a size or weight of vehicle or load exceeding the maximum limitations specified in the California Vehicle Code.

California Vehicle Code (CVC) 35780

Contact Information:

• Email: PermitSonoma-Transportation@sonoma-county.org
• Phone: (707) 565-5279

A Transportation Permit Application can be submitted via Permits Online.

Once the Transportation Permit Application is approved, Permit Sonoma staff will email the permit to the applicants.

1. Account Registration

   Register for a Permits Online account if you do not have one already.

   A Permits Online account is needed to submit permit applications, check the status of your permits, pay permit fees, schedule inspections, etc.

2. Submission

   Apply via Permits Online.

   Payment is collected at the time of submittal via Permits Online.

3. Staff Review

   After receiving your application, Permit Sonoma staff will review your application for the following:

   • Confirm application completeness.
   • Evaluate application to determine load weight class & dimensions.
   • Review route to determine whether any rerouting is necessary. Rerouting may be required if there are any conflicts with structures, events, or anticipated traffic.  
   • Evaluate route to determine if pilots and/or a CHP escort are required.

Questions or Issues?

Contact us via email at PermitSonoma-Transportation@sonoma-county.org for assistance.