Vehicles on town highways that weigh more than the posted weight limit are required to have a Uniform Municipal Excess Weight Permit. Permit applications are reviewed and approved (or denied) by the Road Commissioner.
- This permit is valid for up to one year expiring on March 31.
- You must provide a valid Certificate of Insurance in the amount of a minimum of
$100,000/$300,000 Personal Injury Liability Coverage and $100,000 Property Damage
Coverage. - Please include $5.00 for each single vehicle permit or $10 for a fleet permit
- This permit shall be carried in each vehicle during authorized movement. Fleet Permits are not required to be carried in truck.
| Type of Vehicle | State Highways | Town Highways (Classes 2, 3, and 4) |
| Two-axle Trucks | 20,000 lbs | 15,000 lbs |
| Three-axle Trucks | 30,000 lbs | 18,000 lbs |
| Tractor Trailer Units | 40,000 lbs | 20,000 lbs |
The Uniform Municipal Excess Weight Permit Application is available at the town office or can be downloaded from this page.
The permit fee can be paid by money order or check, payable to Town of Guilford. The application and payment can be sent to: Guilford Town Office, 236 School Road, Guilford, Vermont 05301