The Colorado Public Utilities Commission serves the public interest by effectively regulating utilities and facilities so that the people of Colorado receive safe, reliable, and reasonably-priced services consistent with the economic, environmental and social values of our state.
| Amended Transportation Rules Effective July 30, 2009 |
The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has adopted revised Rules Regulating Transportation by Motor Vehicle that became effective July 30, 2009. These rules are available on the PUC’s website at www.dora.state.co.us/puc/rules/723-6.pdf. To obtain a copy of the rules by mail, please call the PUC at 303-894-2000 and press 4 for assistance. Included in the rules are: increased flat rates for DIA taxi service, increased nonconsensual towing fees, revised disqualification standards regarding criminal history background checks for certain passenger carrier drivers, and new household goods mover rules regarding a consumer advisement and binding arbitration. |
| Intrastate Property Carrier (PRC) Permits Cancelled |
As of August 4, 2009, The Colorado Public Utilities Commission has no jurisdiction over intrastate for-hire transportation of property. Hazardous Material, Towing, and Household Goods Mover permits are still required. |
"Electronic Filing at the PUC" |
The Public Utilities Commission is launching a new, voluntary electronic filing system. The rules implementing the new system are expected to be effective April 1, 2010. Once fully implemented, filers will have the choice to make filings electronically. With the adoption of the new E-filing system the PUC expects to the reduce paperwork, cut costs and make the filing process much more convenient for filing parties. Though the E-filing system is up and running, hard copy filings are required and remain the official files until the rules become effective. Among the benefits of the electronic filing system:
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