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Do you need a dumpster permit in Knoxville, TN?
In your driveway, usually not. On the street, sidewalk or a parking lane, usually yes. Here's what Knoxville's official sources say.
Dumpster on the street in Knoxville, TN Checked at official source
- Permit
- Street obstruction permit for building work (Code Sec. 23-2); no dumpster-specific permit found
- Issued by
- City of Knoxville Director of Public Service (per Code 23-2); city ROW permits handled by Engineering
- Fee
- The city requires a permit but does not publish the fee. Ask the issuing office before you book.
- Key rules
- Sec. 23-2: placing rubbish or any obstruction on a public street is a misdemeanor, except a contractor with a permit from the director of public service may deposit building materials next to a building under work; must not impede pedestrians/vehicles or gutter drainage; remove as soon as possible. Sec. 23-4: red signal light at night beside any street obstruction. Sec. 13-102: commercial solid-waste dumpsters may not be placed in the public right-of-way.
- 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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