Counties could bar heavier trucks from certain short roads

A county governing body could vote to bar trucks rated over four tons from an eligible county road. The county road must be 1.5 miles or shorter, with no more than 100 residential properties, two lanes separated by a yellow line, no curbs or walkways, and at least one home within 15 feet of the road. Trucks delivering goods or other property along the restricted road could still use it. So could trucks public utility companies use to build, install, operate, or maintain utility facilities. The county must keep suitable connections with all state routes entering and leaving it. Barring these trucks from a state highway would require the state transportation commissioner's approval. The county must require signs that identify the restricted road and truck weight by day and night. It must also set enforcement rules and penalties within legal limits. If enacted, the bill would take effect immediately.