Oversize Load Permit

A single trip permit is required for oversized vehicles making a one-way trip within the City of Toronto. It allows travel along a specific route for a limited time.
Permit Application Form

 

For all right-of-way construction permit requests, the applicant must review T.O.INview. For any location showing “Metrolinx Corridor Development Permit” and/or Metrolinx related “Permit Review Zone”, it is the responsibility of the applicant to engage with Metrolinx to obtain the necessary permit/approvals.

A vehicle (truck + load) which meets or exceeds any of the following dimensions requires a permit from the City of Toronto:

  • Height: 4.15m (13.62 ft.)
  • Width: 2.59m (8.5 ft.)
  • Length: 21.33m (69.98 ft.)
  • Weight: 50,000kg (50 T)

A Single Trip Permit is specific to the route and time of travel, and is issued by the office where the trip originates (enters the City). Normal processing time is 7–10 business days however, exceptionally large or heavy loads may require more time.

To process your Single Trip application please submit the following:

  1. Completed Application Form.
  2. A certificate of insurance for $2 million with the City of Toronto identified as an additional insured, and containing a cross-liability clause.
  3. If the load is over 50,000kg, a detailed load configuration must also be submitted with your application.
  4. Signoff from Metrolinx, if applicable.
  5. Check if your route crosses TTC streetcar or subway infrastructure using Toronto Maps.
    1. Go to the Toronto Maps website.
    2. Click the “Getting Around” tab in the top-right corner.
    3. Expand the “Transportation” section.
    4. Check the boxes for “Streetcar” and “Subway” to display TTC infrastructure on the map.
2025 Fees
Not in a Construction Hub $63.26 + HST for each trip/load
In a Construction Hub $79.08 + HST for each trip/load

Pilot Vehicle Escorts

Pilot Vehicle Escorts are required when the following dimensions meet and exceed:

  • Height:     4.15m (13.62 ft.)
  • Width:      3.7m (12.14 ft.)
  • Length:    24.5m (80.38 ft.)
  • Weight:    63,500kg (63.5 T)

Applicants are to provide their own pilot vehicles. However, Police Escort can be required when warranted by MTO requirements and City of Toronto special conditions. Applicants have the option of requesting police escorts on their own accord.

Note: Excess loads are not permitted on Don Valley, Black Creek, Allen Expressway, Lake Shore Boulevard West (elevated portion between Rees St and Dan Leckie Way) and the Gardiner Expressway (portion from Humber River easterly). Excess loads are permitted on a portion of Gardiner that used to be QEW, west of Humber River to city border.

Note: Upon permit issuance, the applicant shall scout the route identified on the permit 48 hours prior to the scheduled move. If a conflict is identified on the designated route the applicant must submit a revised route for review and authorization by City of Toronto prior to the scheduled move. The move shall not proceed until a permit for the revised route has been issued.

 

An Annual Permit can be obtained if the vehicle (truck + load) does not exceed the following dimensions:

  • Height:     4.15m (13.62 ft)
  • Width:      3.7m (12.14 ft)
  • Length:    23.0m (75.45 ft)
  • Weight:    63,500kg (63.5 T)

The Annual Permit allows the vehicle to travel on most City road (not residential roads or expressways), with certain conditions without date restrictions. A map showing those road and specific conditions is one part of the permit, the other part being a windshield sticker showing the current year. The annual permit expires on March 31 of every year. The Annual Permit can be obtained from the Scarborough Office at 416-396-4245.

2025 Fees
Not in a Construction Hub $379.52 + HST per vehicle
In a Construction Hub $474.39 + HST per vehicle

 

Note: Excess loads are not permitted on Don Valley, Black Creek, Allen Expressway, Lake Shore Boulevard West (elevated portion between Rees St and Dan Leckie Way) and the Gardiner Expressway (portion from Humber River easterly). Excess loads are permitted on a portion of Gardiner that used to be QEW, west of Humber River to city border.

Note: Upon permit issuance, the applicant shall scout the route identified on the permit 48 hours prior to the scheduled move. If a conflict is identified on the designated route the applicant must submit a revised route for review and authorization by City of Toronto prior to the scheduled move. The move shall not proceed until a permit for the revised route has been issued.