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Do you need a dumpster permit in Boulder, CO?
In your driveway, usually not. On the street, sidewalk or a parking lane, usually yes. Here's what Boulder's official sources say.
Dumpster on the street in Boulder, CO Checked at official source
- Permit
- Right-of-Way (ROW) Permit (the application lists 'dumpster' among temporary items)
- Issued by
- City of Boulder Planning & Development Services, Right-of-Way (ROW@bouldercolorado.gov, 303-441-1880)
- Fee
- $94 per item per month (2026 'Temporary Equipment or Materials Storage'); ROW contractor license $201/yr
- Key rules
- Only a right-of-way licensed contractor may apply for the ROW permit, and the contractor must be on site. Storage is billed monthly per item. No maximum duration found.
- Source
- bouldercolorado.gov · bouldercolorado.gov · bouldercolorado.gov
Checked October 2026. City rules change — confirm with the issuing office before placing a dumpster. This is general information, not legal advice.
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