Transportation of Hazardous Materials Permit

Permit Description

A permit is required to transport the following hazardous materials in or on a motor vehicle:

(A) A flammable liquid in a quantity exceeding 1,000 pounds aggregate gross weight, except vehicles transporting paint products prominently labeled as such in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations or;

(B) A combustible liquid in a quantity exceeding 1,000 pounds aggregate gross weight, except vehicles transporting paint products prominently labeled as such in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations or;

(C) A compressed gas in any quantity exceeding the limits set forth in Fire Code Table 105.6(1) or 105.6(2) (PDF) or;

(D) Any quantity of explosives, except small arms ammunition.

Cost of Permit
Combustible Liquids $105.00
Flammable Liquids $105.00
Compressed Gases $105.00
Explosives $210.00

Permit Length

One Year

Application Requirements

None

Additional Information

Motor vehicle inspections are conducted at the Following location:

Bureau of Fire Prevention’s Hazardous Cargo Vehicle Inspection Unit
245 Meserole Avenue (entrance on 825 Humboldt Street)
Brooklyn, New York

Hours: Monday - Sunday, 7 days a week, from 7:00am to 3:00pm except for scheduled holidays and closings

Get a list of designated hazardous materials routes:

Fire Code Information


Need Help?

For assistance with applying for and receiving Permits and Letters of Approval on FDNY Business, contact the FDNY Customer Service Center by dialing 311, or via email at FDNY.BusinessSupport@FDNY.nyc.gov.

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