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Do you need a dumpster permit in Bloomington, IN?
In your driveway, usually not. On the street, sidewalk or a parking lane, usually yes. Here's what Bloomington's official sources say.
Dumpster on the street in Bloomington, IN Checked at official source
- Permit
- Right-of-Way (ROW) Use permit (Civic Access portal); separate Parking Services permit for metered/parking spaces
- Issued by
- City of Bloomington Engineering Department; Parking Services Division for parking spaces
- Fee
- $50.00 (storage of dumpsters, non-metered location)
- Key rules
- Engineering decides case by case whether a ROW Use permit is needed (email, ~2 business days); apply via Civic Access. Parking Services permit may be needed for signage/parking spaces. The 2020 Parking form charges the greater of the hourly meter rate or $20 per space, plus $10 admin; over 14 days needs Board of Public Works approval.
- Source
- bloomington.in.gov · bloomington.in.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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