Title 603 | Chapter 005 | Regulation 071


603 KAR 5:071.Bus dimension limits.

Section 1.

Except as provided in Sections 2 and 3 of this administrative regulation the maximum dimensions for buses having a seating capacity of ten (10) or more, including the driver, operated on any state maintained highway shall be as set forth in KRS 189.265.

Section 2.

Buses which do not exceed a width of 102 inches (2.5925 meters), exclusive of any required safety equipment and tire bulge due to load, may be operated on those highways designated for the operation of motor vehicle with increased dimensions by Section 5 of 603 KAR 5:070.

Section 3.

Buses which are allowed the increased width under the authority of Section 2 of this administrative regulation shall be allowed to operate within five (5) driving miles (8.05 kilometers) on state maintained highways from the designated routes for the purpose of attaining reasonable access to terminals; facilities for food, lodging, and rest; facilities for fuel and repairs; and points of loading and unloading of passengers and freight.

Section 4.

Buses which are allowed the increased width under the authority of Section 2 of this administrative regulation shall be allowed to operate within one (1) driving mile (1.61 kilometers) on locally maintained highways from the designated routes for the purpose of attaining reasonable access to terminals; facilities for food, lodging, and rest; facilities for fuel and repairs; and points of loading and unloading of passengers and freight.

HISTORY: (13 Ky.R. 1011; eff. 12-2-1986; 17 Ky.R. 1838; 2442; eff. 2-7-1991; 18 Ky.R. 464; eff. 10-1-1991; 22 Ky.R. 624; eff. 11-1-1995; Crt eff. 11-26-2019.)

7-Year Expiration: 11/26/2026

Last Updated: 12/15/2021


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