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Do you need a dumpster permit in Orlando, FL?

In your driveway, usually not. On the street, sidewalk or a parking lane, usually yes. Here's what Orlando's official sources say.

Dumpster on the street in Orlando, FL Checked at official source

Permit
Right-of-Way Permit (ROW fee line: Storage Containers in Right-of-Way); separate Road/Lane/Sidewalk Closure request if the street is closed
Issued by
City of Orlando Permitting Services Division (ROW team, ROWteam@orlando.gov, 407.246.2271)
Fee
Storage Containers in Right-of-Way: $50 plus $10 per day in the right-of-way; ROW Maintenance of Traffic/Street Closure permit $120 if a closure is needed (2026 commercial fee schedule)
Key rules
Apply online, about 2 business days to process the application; plan review via ProjectDox up to 10 business days; pay after approval; ROW on FDOT or Orange/Osceola County roads is handled by those agencies; work without a permit costs an extra 100% of the permit fee.
Source
orlando.gov · orlando.gov · orlando.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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