The Texas Department of Transportation requires a temporary permit for the transport of mobile homes. A mobile home is defined as any home manufactured on or after June 15, 1976, transportable in sections but designed for permanent installation. Recreational vehicles are excluded. Permits cover up to five consecutive days of single-trip transport. Additional motor carrier registration is also required.
Instructions
1. Review load specifications and transport route. The mobile home model, year and make as well as the HUD number and all exterior dimensions are required on the permit applications.The permit holder is also responsible for arranging movement of all utility wiring or other obstructions with the owner utility companies. These details must be accounted for in the transport schedule.
2. Choose a transport entity. The Texas Department of Motor vehicles provides an online database of registered motor carriers for consumer review (see Resources). A mobile home owner may move his own primary residence provided both the home and the pulling vehicle are registered to the owner.
3. Complete motor carrier registration if necessary. A motor carrier registration number or Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs license number is required on the transport permit application. Temporary registration is possible for a reduced cost.
4. Submit a completed permit application and pay appropriate fees. Single-trip mobile home transport permits must be obtained from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles for each section and each returnable undercarriage necessary for the move. Appropriate escort vehicles must also be noted. Applications can be submitted by fax (512) 465-3565 or telephone 1-800-299-1700.
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