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Do you need a dumpster permit in Tulsa, OK?

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

Dumpster on the street in Tulsa, OK Checked at official source

Permit
Rights-of-Way Temporary Use Permit (Title 35 Sec. 500; explicitly covers dumpsters)
Issued by
City of Tulsa (Public Works / Engineering Services, Infrastructure Development permits)
Fee
$242.00 permit fee for non-arterial streets plus inspection fee per Title 49 Sec. 108; arterial streets use Title 11 Ch. 12 fees (Title 49 Sec. 906.C)
Key rules
Temporary use permit max 15 days; up to two extensions, cumulative max 45 days; covers placement of dumpsters, cranes, equipment; on arterial streets contractors must meet Title 35 Ch. 2 insurance requirements.
Source
library.municode.com · library.municode.com

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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