Lorry exemption permits

Guidance about weight limit exemption permits for lorry access.

We issue permits to enable hauliers to use 7.5 tonnes weight restricted roads for journeys which start and finish within a short distance of the weight restriction.  

We currently issue permits for the following:

  • A1088 between Elmswell and Ixworth - Download a map of the extent of the weight restriction A1088 (PDF, 630KB)
  • C408/C409 Saxham Street 
  • C634 Barham 
  • B1106 Fornham 

Permits are issued only for local journeys and must be placed in a visible and prominent position on the nearside of the front windscreen of the vehicle at all times when using the restricted road.

Cost

From 1 April 2025, the cost of each 7.5 tonnes weight restriction permit is £60.

Apply for a lorry exemption permit

To apply, download and complete the 7.5 tonnes weight restriction permit application form below. 

Please send your completed application to vehiclepermits@suffolk.gov.uk. 

Upon receipt and approval of an application, you will be provided access to our online payment system to complete your purchase. Alternative payment methods are listed on the application form.

Please allow 14 days from submission for your permits to be processed. Please consider the timing of your application accordingly if requesting renewed permits.

Further information

You can find information on the most suitable routes for lorries travelling around Suffolk on our Lorry Route Network Map (PDF, 347KB).

Please use our heavy goods vehicle incident report to tell us about any problems caused by lorries on a Suffolk highway.