Utah Dumpster Permits Guide 2025
Permit requirements by city—especially if you need street or right-of-way placement.
Dumpster Permit Requirements in Utah
Most Utah cities require permits for dumpsters placed on public property or in the right-of-way. Requirements vary by city, so it's important to confirm rules before your delivery date.
Below are quick permit contact details and guidance for the top Utah cities we serve.
Permit requirements by Utah city (top service areas)
Salt Lake City
Contact Salt Lake City for permit requirements and applications. We can help guide you through the process.
City contact: 801-535-6000 (Salt Lake City)
West Jordan
Contact West Jordan for permit requirements and applications. We can help guide you through the process.
City contact: 801-569-5100 (West Jordan)
Sandy
Contact Sandy for permit requirements and applications. We can help guide you through the process.
City contact: 801-568-7100 (Sandy)
Midvale
Contact Midvale for permit requirements and applications. We can help guide you through the process.
City contact: 801-918-6000 (Midvale)
Murray
Contact Murray for permit requirements and applications. We can help guide you through the process.
City contact: 801-264-2660 (Murray)
North Salt Lake
Contact North Salt Lake for permit requirements and applications. We can help guide you through the process.
City contact: 801-918-6000 (North Salt Lake)
Bountiful
Contact Bountiful for permit requirements and applications. We can help guide you through the process.
City contact: 801-918-6000 (Bountiful)
Riverton
Contact Riverton for permit requirements and applications. We can help guide you through the process.
City contact: 801-918-6000 (Riverton)
West Valley City
Contact West Valley City for permit requirements and applications. We can help guide you through the process.
City contact: 801-918-6000 (West Valley City)
South Jordan
Contact South Jordan for permit requirements and applications. We can help guide you through the process.
City contact: 801-918-6000 (South Jordan)
General Permit Process
- Contact your city: Confirm if street/sidewalk or right-of-way placement requires approval.
- Gather info: Delivery address, placement location, rental duration, and container size.
- Submit application: Online or in person (varies by city).
- Receive permit: Get approval before delivery day.
- Display it: Keep the permit visible on or near the dumpster if required.
Tips for Getting Dumpster Permits
✅ Do's
- • Apply early - permits can take 1-3 business days
- • Have exact placement location ready
- • Keep permit visible on or near the dumpster
- • Follow city placement guidelines
- • Renew permits for extended rentals
❌ Don'ts
- • Don't place a dumpster without approval when required
- • Don't block traffic or sidewalks
- • Don't exceed weight limits
- • Don't put prohibited items in the dumpster
- • Don't assume rules are the same in every city