In accordance with the provisions of By-Law No. 10-899, certain roadways will be posted and enforced for load restrictions. When half-load restrictions are in effect, temporary signs will indicate when a road is off-limits to vehicles exceeding 5 tonnes per axle. Roads become softer and weaker during the spring thaw, and heavy vehicle traffic can cause permanent damage. Following half-load restrictions helps reduce the need for unnecessary road repairs or reconstruction. Half-load restrictions are general