You may apply for an exemption from the requirements for modifying the structure of a vehicle or trailer if you have a special reason to make a change that is on a larger scale than is normally permitted. A requirement for granting the exemption is that it would only minimally increase the risk to safety, health or the environment and not distort competition.
You can modify the structure of a vehicle or trailer without being granted an exemption under the regulation issued on changes to the structure of a vehicle and its trailer, known as the structural change regulation (External link), hereinafter. All modifications should, in the first instance, be made, if possible, in accordance with the structural change regulation referred to.
An exemption relating to a structural change may only be granted for a special reason. A requirement for granting an exemption is that it would only minimally increase the risk to safety, health or the environment and not distort competition.
This is how to apply for an exemption
You can apply for an exemption from the requirements for modifying the structure of a vehicle or trailer using the pdf form C422 (External link). Word your application for an exemption carefully, because the decision is made on the basis of the information provided. Note that there is a charge of EUR 400 for a decision on an exemption, regardless of what that decision is.
Relevant legal provisions
- Section 17 (Exemptions from the requirements for the structure, controls and equipment of a vehicle)