You carry out a household dissolution in return for payment. For moving the furniture you use a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 4.5 t. Do you need a permit under the Road Haulage Act in order to transport the load?

In this situation, the correct answer to the question is based on specific German traffic regulations related to the use of motor vehicles for transporting goods. If a motor vehicle has a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) exceeding 3.5 tons, it typically requires a permit under the Road Haulage Act for commercial transport activities.

The first choice indicates that a permit is necessary due to the vehicle's GVWR, which is correct since your vehicle weighs 4.5 tons.

The second choice suggests that a permit is not required because the activity is classified as a household dissolution. This is misleading. While the nature of the job is relevant, it does not exempt the vehicle from requiring a permit based on its weight.

The third choice, stating that small firms do not need a permit, is incorrect as the requirement for a permit is based on the vehicle's weight and the nature of the transport, not the size of the firm.

In conclusion, to fully comply with regulations, it's important to consider that both the GVWR of the vehicle and the purpose of the transportation work must be evaluated together. In this case, the combination indicating that a permit is required because of the vehicle's weight is essential for ensuring lawful operation under German traffic regulations.