Whether you are doing a cleanout or a residential remodel, you need a dumpster to keep your work site clean. Fortunately, residential dumpster rental in Hartford, Bloomfield, Windsor, and Simsbury is easily accessible and affordable. However, you may be wondering if you need a license or permit before you rent.
When Do You Need a Permit for Residential Dumpster Rental?
In general, you do not need a permit to rent a dumpster as long as the dumpster will fit on your property. In some locations without a yard or driveway, a dumpster will have to be placed in the street. When this happens, your local building official may require that you apply for a permit for obstruction of the road during the period that the dumpster remains on site.
Another consideration is how long the dumpster will remain in place. Some localities will limit the length of time that a dumpster remains if it is obstructing the road. A call to your local building or parking office will give you the details you need.
What If I Have Plenty of Space?
If your property has plenty of space for a dumpster to stay without obstructing the roads or sidewalks, you shouldn’t need a permit. Just remember, you will need to check with the rental company to ensure they can access the intended storage space with their large trucks.
Occasionally, what seems like a perfect place for a dumpster is inaccessible. This is because dumpster trucks weigh significantly more than your average vehicle, and we don’t want to damage your driveway or any other part of your property. Be mindful of overhead lines, trees, underground water lines, or anything else that could prevent the placement of the dumpster.
Homeowners Associations
While HOAs are not technically permit-issuing bodies, they will definitely have something to say about you bringing a dumpster in. Before you take on any large project, you should double-check with any applicable HOA rules about when or how the dumpster can be placed. Once a dumpster is placed, it cannot be easily relocated without additional expense.
No Permit Needed, Now What?
If you have checked local codes and cleared a place for the dumpster to be dropped off, the next step is as simple as calling a dumpster rental company. Dumpsters are typically rented on a weekly basis since most projects take several weeks to complete. They will schedule a time for drop-off and pick-up so you can get straight to work.
Applying for a Permit
If you discover that you do need a permit, you will need to apply directly through your local building or parking official’s office. They usually have these forms available online so you can pull a permit. Once you have your permit in hand, they will give you instructions on how to post the permit so everyone can see that you are in compliance.
If you are ready for your next big project, call Windsor Sanitation today and schedule your dumpster drop-off. We will get you a quote right away and help you decide what size dumpster is right for your job.
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