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Dumpster permit in Provo, UT

In Provo, you don't need a permit for a dumpster on your own driveway. The city doesn't publish a rule specifically for dumpsters on the street, so before placing one on a street, sidewalk, or other right-of-way, ask Provo Engineering ((801) 852-6740) whether a right-of-way permit is needed. Cities that publish a rule generally require one.

Issued by
Provo Engineering
Typical fee
Confirm with city
Processing
a few business days
Phone
(801) 852-6740

How to get one

  1. Decide where the container goes

    A driveway or private lot avoids the city permit in Provo. If the only spot is the street, measure: a 20-yard needs about 25 feet of curb length and 10 feet of width.

  2. Contact Provo Engineering

    Call (801) 852-6740 or use the city's website to request a right-of-way or encroachment permit. Ask for the current fee and any insurance or reflector requirements.

  3. Have the details ready

    Expect to give the address, the container size, the delivery and pickup dates, the hauler’s name, and sometimes a placement sketch or proof of the hauler’s insurance.

  4. Leave time for approval

    Plan on a few business days. Book the delivery for after the permit is issued, and keep a copy on site.

  5. Check HOA rules too

    Many Provo neighborhoods with HOAs limit how long a container can sit, even on a driveway. The city permit doesn't override HOA rules.

Provo permit questions

Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Provo, UT?

Not on your own driveway. Provo doesn't publish a rule specifically for dumpsters on the street, so before placing one on a street or sidewalk, ask Provo Engineering at (801) 852-6740 whether a right-of-way permit is needed. Cities that publish a rule generally require one. HOA rules may also apply.

How long can I keep a rental dumpster in Provo?

Many haulers include about a week in the base price and charge a daily fee after that, so ask for the extra-day rate when you compare quotes. If the dumpster is on the street under a permit, the permit's end date is the limit.

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