All the powers granted to the City by Article 6 of Chapter 5 of Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code pertaining to the issuance of special permits for loads exceeding the maximum sizes and/or weights, and for administering the rules and regulations pertaining thereto, are hereby delegated to the Chief of Police or designee.
(Legislative History: Ordinance No. 2015-002, 3/2/15)
means a permit that will allow the movement of a specific vehicle or load, exceeding statutory limitations on the size, weight and loading of vehicles contained in Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code, to operate on a single trip from a single point of origin to a single destination in one direction of travel. This permit is valid for one laden and unladen round-trip, and is limited to the approved width, length, height and weight.
means a permit that will allow the movement of a specific vehicle or load, exceeding statutory limitations on the size, weight and loading of vehicles contained in Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code, along a specific route to a specific destination for an unlimited number of trips in a defined period of time. This permit is valid for laden and unladen round-trips, and is limited to the approved width, length, height and weight.
means a permit that will allow the movement of a vehicle or load, exceeding statutory limitations on the size, weight and loading of vehicles contained in Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code, to operate an unlimited number of trips during specified dates. This permit is valid for laden and unladen round-trips, and is limited to the approved width, length, height and weight.
means a Single Trip Permit, a Repetitive Trip Permit, or an Annual Permit issued by the Chief of Police or designee pursuant to this Chapter.
means an individual moving or transporting a specific vehicle or load, exceeding statutory limitations on the size, weight and loading of vehicles contained in Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code pursuant to a Transportation Permit.
means persons, firms or agencies that obtain a Transportation Permit pursuant to this Chapter.
(a)
Application for Transportation Permit(s): All persons, firms or agencies desiring to move any vehicle or load across or upon streets and highways within the City, which exceeds statutory limitations on the size, weight and loading of vehicles contained in Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code shall obtain a Transportation Permit from the Chief of Police or designee. The Transportation Permit shall specify the streets upon which the move is authorized and the date and time of the move. The permit holder shall be knowledgeable of and in compliance with all applicable California and City of San Leandro conditions, requirements, and laws for the use of the highway system and movement of vehicles or loads, exceeding statutory limitations on the size, weight and loading of vehicles contained in Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code.
(b)
Possession of Permit: The Transportation Permit shall be carried in the vehicle to which it has been issued at all times while the vehicle is within the City limits.
(c)
Void Permits: Transportation Permits shall be declared null and void if:
(1)
Any portion, part or section is illegible;
(2)
It is used before or after the times and date(s) indicated;
(3)
Any portion, part or section has been altered or if any attempt to alter is apparent;
(4)
It is used to represent proper authority for carrying a load and/or moving a vehicle which is not specifically described on the face of the Transportation Permit;
(5)
It is used to represent proper authority for carrying a load and/or moving a vehicle by any person, firm, or agency not specifically named on the Transportation Permit;
(6)
It is presented without the attachments specifically named on the face of the Transportation Permit firmly affixed;
(7)
The permit holder fails to report an accident, damage to property, or the death and/or injury to persons incurred while operating under a Transportation Permit, as provided for in this Chapter.
A fee for issuance of the Transportation Permit, as established pursuant to California Vehicle Code Section 35795(b), and set by the California Department of Transportation, shall be paid by the applicant prior to issuance of a Transportation Permit.
(a)
Injury, Death of Person, Damage to Property: The permit holder is responsible for all liability to/or death of person(s), to/or damage to property that may occur through any act or omission of either the permit holder or the City arising from the issuance of the Transportation Permit. In the event any claim, suit or action is brought against the City, its officers, employees or agents thereof, by reason of, or in connection with any such act or omission, the permit holder shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees or agents from such claim, suit or action.
(b)
Repair of Damage: The permit holder shall be liable for all damages to any street, highway, bridge, or appurtenances thereto, including, but not limited to, guardrails, signs, traffic signals, street lights, street trees and similar facilities, resulting from the operation, driving or moving of any vehicle which exceeds any of the limitations imposed by Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code. The permit holder agrees to repair at his or her own expense, and to the satisfaction of the Engineering and Transportation Director or designee, any damage resulting from travel pursuant to the Transportation Permit.
(c)
Modification To and/or Relocation of Structures: If, in the judgment of the Engineering and Transportation Director or designee, it is determined necessary to strengthen any structure over which a vehicle or load, which exceeds statutory limitations on the size, weight and loading of vehicles contained in Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code, must pass, or to perform any other work in order to insure the safe passage of the vehicle or load upon City streets, the applicant will be required to pay the full cost of such work. The applicant will also be required to reimburse the City for any cost necessitated by the temporary relocation of traffic signals, streetlights or other appurtenances in order to permit the safe passage of the vehicle or load which exceeds statutory limitations on the size, weight and loading of vehicles contained in Division 15 of the California Vehicle Code.
(a)
Damage to Property: In the event of damage, caused by the movement of a vehicle or load pursuant to a Transportation Permit issued under this Chapter, to highway facilities such as bridges, traffic signals, light standards and other appurtenances, a written report must be filed with the San Leandro Police Department within 72 hours after such damage is incurred.
(b)
Accidents Involving Persons and/or Property: Accidents occurring while operating a vehicle or load pursuant to a Transportation Permit issued under this Chapter, and requiring a report to the Department of Motor Vehicles under California Vehicle Code Section 16000, shall also be reported to the City. A copy of the Transportation Permit and accident report shall be mailed to the SLPD Commercial Enforcement Unit, 901 E. 14th St. San Leandro, CA 94577 within 30 days of the date of the accident.
(a)
Permit holders moving or transporting a vehicle or load over 12 feet in width and/or over 120 feet in length and/or over 16 feet in height, shall be escorted by a single pilot vehicle. Two pilot cars are required on any vehicles and/or loads over 14 feet wide and/or 135 feet in length.
(c)
Permit holders shall display warning signs on vehicles or loads. Signs shall be posted on the front and rear of the vehicle or load and must conform to the specifications of the California Department of Transportation.
(e)
Authorized Route: The Engineering and Transportation Director or designee shall determine the authorized route for vehicles or loads moved or transported with a Transportation Permit pursuant to this Chapter. The authorized route shall designate a specific route comprised of existing truck routes as much as possible to access the destination. When deviating from the truck route, the recommended route shall be along major streets. The City of San Leandro truck route map should be used as a guide when determining a route. Permit holders will not be routed on Fairway Drive over Interstate 880.
(f)
Curfew: Permit holders cannot move/transport a vehicle or load over 10 feet in width within the City Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
The Chief of Police or designee may require a San Leandro Police Department escort for certain applicants. The determination to assign an escort and the number of officers required to safely perform the escort of a vehicle or load will be made by the Chief of Police or designee. The determination may be based on the overall vehicle dimensions, type of load, location of the move, or any other reason the Chief of Police has determined may be a hazard to the public or property. The applicant shall pay the associated costs of the police escort.
(a)
The Chief of Police or designee may revoke a Transportation Permit issued to an applicant, if the applicant, the applicant's employee or agent violates any provisions of this Chapter. The Transportation Permit may be revoked for up to 90 days. Nothing contained in this Chapter shall be deemed or construed as limiting the power of a peace officer to issue a citation for or otherwise enforce violations of law with respect to operation of a vehicle pursuant to a Transportation Permit upon designated City streets.
(b)
Any applicant who has had a Transportation Permit revoked pursuant to subsection (a) may file with the City Manager a written appeal within 10 days of such revocation, setting forth in detail the facts supporting the applicant's appeal. The City Manager shall appoint a Hearing Officer who shall hear the appeal within 30 days from the date of the filing. The Hearing Officer shall make a ruling on appeal within 30 days of the close of the hearing. The Hearing Officer's determination shall be final.