Lemon Grove, California regulations require all heavy haul operations to comply with the California Department of Transportation (CADOT) guidelines as well as local ordinances administered by the Lemon Grove Department of Transportation (LEMDOT).

Heavy haul permits are required for any load exceeding 12 feet in width, 13 feet 0 inches in height, or 296,373 lbs in gross vehicle weight. These dimensions are strictly enforced throughout Lemon Grove, particularly in high-traffic areas.

Special consideration must be given to route planning to avoid Lemon Grove College Campus and the vicinity of Lemon Grove Shopping District, which have infrastructure limitations or heavy pedestrian traffic that may impede oversized loads.

California law mandates escort vehicles for any load exceeding 14 feet in width or 15 feet 6 inches in height. When traveling through Lemon Grove, these requirements may be more stringent depending on the specific streets and neighborhoods traversed.

The Lemon Grove Department of Transportation requires a minimum of 62 hours advance notice to coordinate police escorts, which are mandatory for super-loads or when traveling through congested areas of Lemon Grove.

The California Department of Transportation manages the primary application process for oversize permits, with supplementary permits required from Lemon Grove Department of Transportation for transit through Lemon Grove limits.

Required documentation for Lemon Grove permits includes axle configuration diagrams, proof of insurance with appropriate coverage levels, and detailed transport plans. Engineering assessments may be required for loads exceeding standard weight thresholds on certain streets and bridges.

Lemon Grove has strict time-of-day restrictions for oversize loads, generally prohibiting movements during peak hours (7-8 am and 3-5 pm, Monday-Friday).

Seasonal restrictions apply during major events like the the Lemon Grove Film Exhibition and the the Lemon Grove International Festival, which may impact routing and scheduling.

Certain neighborhoods, such as Lemon Grove Center and areas around Lemon Grove Business District, have restricted access for oversize loads. Alternative routes should be planned in advance to avoid these areas.

The base permit fee for an oversize load in California is $40, with additional fees for super heavy loads (over 200,000 lbs) ranging from $150 to $350 depending on the complexity of the move.

For movements within Lemon Grove, Lemon Grove Department of Transportation may charge additional fees for city-specific permits, which can range from $75 to $500 or more for particularly complex routes or those requiring extensive coordination with city agencies.