(1) If a carrier is unable to use its permit due to medical reasons or because of active military service, it may request the authority be voluntarily suspended.

(2) The carrier must send its request to the commission in writing and include the following information:

(a) Name, address, and permit number.

(b) The reason for the request (e.g., medical statement, military orders).

(c) The date voluntary suspension is requested to begin.

(d) The length of time the carrier will be unable to use the permit.

(e) A statement that no household goods transportation will occur under the permit while it is suspended.

(3) The commission will issue an order suspending the permit. The order will set the length of time and the terms of suspension.

(4) To activate a suspended permit, a carrier must send the commission a letter advising that it is ready to resume household goods service and agree to conduct operations in compliance with all laws and rules. The carrier must satisfy any outstanding filing requirements before the commission will issue an order lifting the suspension.

(5) If the carrier does not activate the permit before the suspension period expires, the commission may cancel the permit.