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Do you need a dumpster permit in Salt Lake City, UT?
In your driveway, usually not. On the street, sidewalk or a parking lane, usually yes. Here's what Salt Lake City's official sources say.
Dumpster on the street in Salt Lake City, UT Checked at official source
- Permit
- Public Way Obstruction Permit (Dumpster/pod), SLC Code 14.32.410; plus traffic control permit
- Issued by
- Salt Lake City Engineering Division (MyStreet office, 349 S 200 E Ste 150)
- Fee
- $53 each per week (short term); $212 per month (long term)
- Key rules
- Four lit Type 1 barricades at each corner; parking permit if in metered/2-hr/residential permit zone; contractors need Utah license, bond, GL+WC+auto insurance; residents may do own work with homeowner's insurance; CTMP for projects affecting streets/sidewalks/bike lanes.
- Source
- slc.gov · slc.gov · slc.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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