Forest Hills, Pennsylvania regulations require all heavy haul operations to comply with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PADOT) guidelines as well as local ordinances administered by the Forest Hills Department of Transportation (FORDOT).

Heavy haul permits are required for any load exceeding 12 feet in width, 13 feet 0 inches in height, or 217,367 lbs in gross vehicle weight. These dimensions are strictly enforced throughout Forest Hills, particularly in high-traffic areas.

Special consideration must be given to route planning to avoid Forest Hills Business District and the vicinity of Forest Hills Basin, which have infrastructure limitations or heavy pedestrian traffic that may impede oversized loads.

Pennsylvania law mandates escort vehicles for any load exceeding 16 feet in width or 15 feet 0 inches in height. When traveling through Forest Hills, these requirements may be more stringent depending on the specific streets and neighborhoods traversed.

The Forest Hills Department of Transportation requires a minimum of 35 hours advance notice to coordinate police escorts, which are mandatory for super-loads or when traveling through congested areas of Forest Hills.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation manages the primary application process for oversize permits, with supplementary permits required from Forest Hills Department of Transportation for transit through Forest Hills limits.

Required documentation for Forest Hills 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.

Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Film Games and the the Forest Hills Food Parade, which may impact routing and scheduling.

Certain neighborhoods, such as Forest Hills Center and areas around the Forest Hills River, 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 Pennsylvania 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 Forest Hills, Forest Hills 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.