Hudson, New Hampshire regulations require all heavy haul operations to comply with the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) guidelines as well as local ordinances administered by the Hudson Department of Transportation (HUDDOT).

Heavy haul permits are required for any load exceeding 11 feet in width, 14 feet 6 inches in height, or 227,778 lbs in gross vehicle weight. These dimensions are strictly enforced throughout Hudson, particularly in high-traffic areas.

Special consideration must be given to route planning to avoid Hudson Lake and the vicinity of the Hudson Canal, which have infrastructure limitations or heavy pedestrian traffic that may impede oversized loads.

New Hampshire law mandates escort vehicles for any load exceeding 17 feet in width or 14 feet 0 inches in height. When traveling through Hudson, these requirements may be more stringent depending on the specific streets and neighborhoods traversed.

The Hudson Department of Transportation requires a minimum of 53 hours advance notice to coordinate police escorts, which are mandatory for super-loads or when traveling through congested areas of Hudson.

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation manages the primary application process for oversize permits, with supplementary permits required from Hudson Department of Transportation for transit through Hudson limits.

Required documentation for Hudson 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.

Hudson has strict time-of-day restrictions for oversize loads, generally prohibiting movements during peak hours (7-9 am and 3-5 pm, Monday-Friday).

Seasonal restrictions apply during major events like the the Hudson Holiday Games and the the Hudson Summer Tournament, which may impact routing and scheduling.

Certain neighborhoods, such as Downtown Hudson and areas around Hudson Hills, 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 New Hampshire 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 Hudson, Hudson 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.