A. Only equipment that has been authorized for moving operations within the County shall be used. All equipment must comply with the equipment requirements of the Washington State Motor Vehicle Laws.

B. Any equipment which breaks down and causes undue delay or any equipment breakdown which occurs frequently is just cause for the Pierce County Planning and Public Works Director or her/his designee to rule against further use of such equipment. Such condemned equipment shall not be used until repaired by the mover and repairs are approved by the Director or her/his designee.

C. All dollies shall be licensed and covered by liability insurance. Spare tires or wheels for all dollies will be carried on each move.

D. The towing truck shall have adequate power to start and pull the building being moved on upgrades of 5 percent. For grades greater than 5 percent, additional power may be used in the form of a tow at the front of the operation. On downgrades greater than 5 percent extra braking power may be provided in the form of a hold-back truck in the rear.

E. A second towing truck will be available on each move on an arterial street, capable of continuing the move should the first unit have a breakdown. Should the need arise for outside help to continue the move, the escort officer shall call any outside source available and the cost of such extra help shall be paid by the mover.

F. Tire and axle loading shall comply with Washington State Motor Vehicle load limits.

G. A fifth wheel type suspension with two nonsteering dollies will be acceptable for buildings which do not exceed 46 feet overall in length. Longer buildings will be moved on steering dollies because of the need for maneuverability.