Commercial Vehicles, Trucks, & Freight
Mission
DDOT ensures that commercial vehicles traveling in the District move efficiently and safely while mitigating community impacts and preserving transportation infrastructure. Commercial vehicles are essential to the District of Columbia, providing goods and services to thousands of District residents and businesses every day.
The distinct urban environment and mixed land uses inform the District’s regulatory framework for trucks and commercial vehicles. The information provided here is for educational purposes only; please refer to the official District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (DCMR) for the most current rules and regulations governing trucks and commercial vehicles.
Procedures & Services
Freight Plan |
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Truck Policies |
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Commerical Loading Zone Policies |
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Truck and Bus Route System Map (Print)
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Additional Information
Legal References
DCMR 18-13: Classification and Issuance of Commercial Driver's License
DCMR 18-25: Size, Weight, Construction, and Loading of Vehicles
Design Standards & Specifications
DDOT Design and Engineering Manual, Ch. 46.2.2
Transportation Plans & Studies
District of Columbia State Freight Plan (Amended 2017 & 2019)
Urban Freight Case Studies: Washington, D.C., Federal Highway Administration, US Dept. of Transportation