Weight restrictions can be imposed for structural or for environmental reasons.

It is a legal control on a specified vehicle weight or width, mainly on lorries, on certain roads and routes. The restriction prevents large vehicles from using inappropriate roads, routes and areas in order to:

  • reduce danger to pedestrians and other road users
  • prevent damage to buildings, roads and bridges
  • preserve the character, amenity and environment of an area
  • reduce and manage congestion on the roads
  • procedures for implementation
  • restrictions are subject to a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) and the associated procedures
  • regulatory signs are erected on site to give effect to the TRO and to assist the police in carrying out its enforcement     

 

 

 

Last updated: 18 December 2023 09:24:18

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