Field reference · Updated 2026-04-25
The Complete Dumpster Rules Database
A city-by-city compendium covering all 387 official US Metropolitan Statistical Areas. Permit costs, maximum days, prohibited items, public ROW vs. private property rules.
387
All US MSAs
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Verified entries
~292M
Population covered
50
States covered
Showing all 387 metros
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Permit
Hauler-bundled $100-$200 (DOT does not publish fla…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
Hauler-bundled $100-$200 (DOT does not publish flat consumer fee). Property owners cannot apply directly — only licensed carting companies or registered general contractors. CRC permit issued same/next business day.
Max days
5 consecutive days max (no extensions; container exchange allowed within window). Longer projects need 30-90 day Construction Debris Container Permit (registered GCs only).
Authority
NYC Department of Transportation (DOT)
Portal
nycstreets.net
Processing
Same/next business day
Special rules
Property owners CANNOT apply for permits — must work through licensed carting companies or registered GCs. CRC permit per dumpster. Manhattan congestion pricing surcharges may pass through. Co-op/condo board approval often required (2-4 weeks).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No (driveway placement)
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit (HOA/co-op rules apply)
Special rules
Co-ops/condos often require 2-4 weeks board approval. Many buildings restrict delivery windows.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, asbestos, paints/solvents/oils, fuels, propane tanks, car/lithium batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerators/freezers/AC units (Freon-containing), fluorescent bulbs, medical waste, wet paint, food waste (commercial), pesticides, ammunition, railroad ties
Max fine
Up to $18,000 + vehicle impound
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against nyc.gov DOT. Source: nyc.gov/html/dot/html/infrastructure/container-permits.shtml
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Permit
$20-$150 typical (industry estimates).
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$20-$150 typical (industry estimates). City of LA: 'A Permit' or 'B Permit' via StreetsLA Bureau, fees set per scope (not published as schedule). LA County (unincorporated): Road Encroachment Permit, fees per ordinance.
Max days
LA County Road Encroachment Permit: 7 consecutive days for individual placement. Vendor must hold annual encroachment permit per LA County Highways Code Ch 16.19.
Authority
LA Bureau of Street Services (StreetsLA)
Portal
bsspermits.lacity.org
Processing
72 hours minimum advance notice required
Special rules
City of LA via StreetsLA Bureau (streets.lacity.gov). LA County via EPIC-LA (epicla.lacounty.gov). Vendor must hold annual encroachment permit. Up to 2 weeks processing.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Generally no
Cost
$0
Max days
Varies by HOA (typically 7-14 days)
Special rules
ADU construction common; HOA approval often required in Bel Air, Pacific Palisades, gated communities.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints/solvents/oils, fuels, batteries, asbestos, medical waste, electronics (without special handling), tires, mattresses, fluorescent bulbs, refrigerators (Freon), pesticides, propane tanks, treated wood. LA County requires 70% C&D debris diversion.
Max fine
$250-$1,000 fines; up to $5,000/load for C&D non-compliance
VERIFIED Apr 2026. Specific dollar amounts in original entry could not be verified. Source: streets.lacity.gov + pw.lacounty.gov.
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Permit
Per Municipal Code 10-28-799: Class A dumpster (≤3…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
Per Municipal Code 10-28-799: Class A dumpster (≤30 cu yd) ≤3 days $50; Class A monthly $100. Class B (>30 cu yd) ≤3 days $100; Class B monthly $200. CBD doubles all fees. Hauler-bundled fees may be higher.
Max days
3 days OR 30 days only (no other durations available per ordinance).
Authority
Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT)
Portal
ipi.cityofchicago.org
Processing
15-20 min online once account set up; account setup with $1M insurance + $5,000 letter of credit takes longer
Special rules
$1M general liability insurance required (City of Chicago as additional insured). $5,000 letter of credit required. RFID-style tracking. CBD (Central Business District) doubles all fees per §9-4-010. Class A is ≤30 cu yd, Class B is >30 cu yd.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
90% of residential blocks have alley access — alley placement avoids permits entirely.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, asbestos, paints/solvents, oils/fuels, batteries, tires, electronics, appliances with refrigerants, fluorescent bulbs, medical waste, propane tanks, yard waste (state ban), pesticides
Max fine
$250-$3,000 per violation per day; 3 violations in 3 months = 10-day stop work order
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against Chicago Municipal Code §10-28-799 (codelibrary.amlegal.com). Original fee amounts were higher than ordinance — corrected.
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Permit
$40 application + $200 minimum + $15/document; dai…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$40 application + $200 minimum + $15/document; daily fees $0.012-$0.096/sq ft (escalating every 60 days); +$50 weekend
Max days
7 days per permit (must reapply for extensions)
Authority
Public Works Right-of-Way Management
Portal
rowmanagement.dallascityhall.com
Processing
48 hours minimum
Special rules
Per industry sources: $40 application + $200 minimum + $15/document + daily sq ft fees + $50 weekend surcharge. Permits limited to 7 days. Fees double every 60 days for extended projects. Apply via rowmanagement.dallascityhall.com.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Generally 7-14 days (HOA-dependent)
Special rules
Texas has 22,300+ HOAs (3rd most nationally). Frisco/Plano/McKinney suburbs typically require pre-approval (7-14 days).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, solvents, car batteries, cleaning chemicals, asbestos, pesticides, biohazardous waste, refrigerator/AC with refrigerants, tires, car parts, electronics, medical waste, propane tanks
Max fine
$25-$500 HOA fines; city violations vary
VERIFIED Apr 2026 (partial): structure confirmed via industry sources. Specific Dallas city fee schedule not directly accessed.
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Permit
Combustible Waste Storage Permit (commercial prope…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (mobility permit)
Cost
Combustible Waste Storage Permit (commercial properties only, dumpsters >50 cu ft OR any commercial dumpster on-premise >60 days): 1-yr/1 dumpster $201.40; 1-yr/2+ $302.12; 2-yr $369-$571; 3-yr $537-$839. ROW Permit (separate) for street placement, fees vary.
Max days
Variable; renewal required
Authority
Houston Public Works
Portal
GeoLink Hub
Processing
Up to 10 business days
Special rules
Two permit systems: (1) Combustible Waste Storage Permit via Houston Solid Waste Mgmt Dept (commercial only, $201-$839 by term); (2) ROW Permit via Houston Public Works (residential street placement). Compactors exempt from Combustible Waste permit. Fines $750-$2,000 for unpermitted/expired permits.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Yes for commercial >50 cu ft or >60 days on-site
Cost
$192.98 (single annual) / $289.48 (multi annual) / $804.12 (3-year)
Max days
Permit-dependent; 60+ days requires Combustible Waste Storage permit
Special rules
Houston is the ONLY major US city requiring permits for dumpsters on private commercial property. Notarized affidavit required (originals only). Screening required near residential.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, fuels, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, biohazardous waste, propane tanks, pesticides. Industrial corridor (Baytown, Deer Park) needs EPA/DOT/TCEQ compliance.
Max fine
$750-$2,000 (unpermitted or expired Combustible Waste Storage Permit)
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against houstonpermittingcenter.org/swm1001. Code §39 Fire Code §105.6.29.
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Permit
$20 application + $10/day (≤100 lin ft) / $15 (101…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$20 application + $10/day (≤100 lin ft) / $15 (101-200 ft) / $20 (201-300 ft) / $25 (>300 ft)
Max days
6 months max (no extensions)
Authority
Atlanta Department of Transportation (ATLDOT)
Portal
app2.apply4.com/worksapp/usa/atlanta
Processing
10-14 days typical
Special rules
Linear footage permit system — only major US city using this. Must demonstrate that private property cannot accommodate. Min 40 ft from bus stops, 30 ft from intersections, 15 ft from hydrants.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Historic districts (Inman Park, Virginia Highland, Grant Park) feature narrow streets requiring smaller equipment.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, solvents, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, fluorescent bulbs, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane tanks, pesticides
Max fine
Up to $1,000/day; no permit = $1,000 + $100/day
VERIFIED Apr 2026 — VERBATIM MATCH to Atlanta Code §138-61 (atlanta.elaws.us). $20 fixed + $10/day (≤100 ft) / $15 (101-200) / $20 (201-300) / $25 (>300 ft). Plus blocked parking meter recovery fees.
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Permit
$50 administrative permit fee (CONFIRMED) + zone-b…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50 administrative permit fee (CONFIRMED) + zone-based daily fees + Public Inconvenience Fee for extended occupancy. Apply via DDOT TOPS (tops.ddot.dc.gov). Industry estimate $75/month start.
Max days
Variable; rates increase at 3 months and again at 6 months
Authority
DDOT (Public Space Permits)
Portal
tops.ddot.dc.gov
Processing
15 days for construction permits
Special rules
Choose Roll-off Debris Container OR Construction Staging Area. Federal security area restrictions. Historic district preservation rules apply.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
Severe parking pressure makes off-street staging essential. Rowhouse architecture limits options.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
DC bans: Electronics (Sustainable Solid Waste Management Act 2014 §8-1041.07 effective 1/1/2018): TVs, computers, monitors, laptops, printers, tablets, e-readers, gaming consoles. Plus lead-acid batteries, oil, tires.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane tanks, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Up to $300/day for unpermitted dumpsters
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against ddot.dc.gov + DCMR §24-225.
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Permit
Construction Dumpster License: $75/year per dumpst…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
Construction Dumpster License: $75/year per dumpster (Phila Code §11-610). Private property: $80 one-time (<1 cu yd) or $150 one-time (≥1 cu yd) per Phila Code §10-722. Industry hauler markup brings consumer cost to $200-$500/year.
Max days
Annual permit
Authority
Department of Licenses & Inspections (L&I) + Streets Department
Portal
eclipse.phila.gov
Processing
5 days online / same-day in person
Special rules
Mandatory RFID medallion (UHF) per §10-722(c) — transmits license #, name, phone, location. Annual renewal required for ROW. Fleet license $75. New dumpster permits PROHIBITED in Center City (Bainbridge to Spring Garden) since Sept 2016 except prior locations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Yes (one-time license)
Cost
$80-$150 (lifetime, never expires)
Max days
Permit-dependent; cleaning every 6 months minimum
Special rules
Enclosures required for private property. RFID medallion required.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane, lead-based paint debris (Philly older homes)
Max fine
$1,500 fine for unlicensed dumpster in ROW + seizure/transport/storage costs. Illegal dumping: $2,000-$25,000 per offense.
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against Phila Code §10-722 + §11-610 (codelibrary.amlegal.com). Original fee was $200-$500/yr — actual ordinance is $75/yr (industry markup explains higher figures).
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Permit
$50-$150 typical (industry estimate; Miami-Dade DT…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical (industry estimate; Miami-Dade DTPW does not publish standalone dumpster fee schedule). 3% Florida Building Code surcharge applies to building permits.
Max days
Variable; 48-hour mandatory removal before hurricane
Authority
Miami-Dade Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW)
Portal
pwpermits.miamidade.gov
Processing
3-5 business days standard
Special rules
Insurance: $1M liability. Miami Beach prohibits roll-offs entirely on Ocean Drive (Biscayne to 15th), Collins Ave (Biscayne to 87th), Washington Ave. Hurricane season (June-Nov) requires removal within 48 hrs of warning.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Brickell high-rises require 1-week loading dock scheduling; freight elevator $75/day.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous chemicals, paints, batteries, tires, electronics, appliances with refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs. Saltwater-corroded debris common after hurricanes.
Max fine
Variable
Specific City of Miami dumpster ROW fees not directly published. Per Miami-Dade Ordinance 21-99 (Oct 2021), DTPW has exclusive permitting jurisdiction over public works in county-maintained ROW within municipalities.
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Permit
$40-$60 typical (industry confirmed).
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Revocable Permit)
Cost
$40-$60 typical (industry confirmed). Process via Street Transportation Dept Revocable Permit (str.revocablepermits@phoenix.gov, 602-262-6284). Phoenix offers city-operated dumpster service ($165/pickup + $55/ton) as alternative.
Max days
Up to 180 days
Authority
Phoenix Street Transportation Department
Portal
Email str.revocablepermits@phoenix.gov / 602-262-6284
Processing
15 business days average
Special rules
Phoenix Code Ch 27-14 requires fly-tight covers. Containers kept sanitary within 25-ft radius. Private property: typically no permit (HOA may require). Reflective markers required on streets.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No (city limits); Scottsdale and some HOAs require permits
Cost
$0
Max days
10 days standard for city-rented bins (extra fee for longer)
Special rules
Heat ordinances require water/shade for workers. Construction starts 5-8 AM May-October per AZ SB1182.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arizona bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon must be removed), liquid hazardous waste. Universal Waste Rule. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, solvents, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, pesticides
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against phoenix.municipal.codes Ch 27.
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Permit
$50 base + $0.10/sq ft/day for first 500 sq ft + $…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (3 separate permits)
Cost
$50 base + $0.10/sq ft/day for first 500 sq ft + $0.05/sq ft/day for additional sq ft. Plus Site Cleanliness License $50/year via ISD. Metered space $20/meter/day. Sign $4 each.
Max days
Variable; renewals available
Authority
Public Works (street) + Inspectional Services + Fire Department
Portal
Online + 1010 Mass Ave
Processing
7-14 days
Special rules
$5,000 surety bond required for occupancy permits ($20K for excavation). Site Cleanliness License $50/year via Inspectional Services Dept (ISD) renewable annually. Apply via boston.gov. Residential dumpsters >24hrs require Boston Fire Dept Dumpster Placement Permit (≥3 cu yd).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Site Cleanliness license required
Cost
$10 + $2/dumpster (commercial); $50-$1,000 for residential violations
Max days
Permit-dependent
Special rules
Beacon Hill requires Civic Association affidavit. Back Bay/North End streets need 60 ft straight-line, 23 ft vertical.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
MA broad waste bans (310 CMR 19.017): Mattresses (Nov 2022), textiles (Nov 2022), food waste >0.5 ton/wk, lead-acid batteries, CRTs, whole tires, white goods, paper/cardboard/glass/metal/plastic, yard waste, asphalt/brick/concrete, treated/untreated wood, clean gypsum.
Common prohibited
All MA-banned items above PLUS hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
$50-$1,000 for unpermitted dumpster
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against boston.gov/departments/public-works — verbatim match to fee schedule.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (encroachment permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
30 days typical (extensions available)
Authority
Riverside Public Works
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Inland Empire region. Insurance typically required. HOA approval common.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Generally no
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOA-controlled communities; pre-approval common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries (CA bans household batteries), all electronics, tires, mattresses, fluorescent bulbs, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Heat-driven seasonal demand. CA Universal Waste Rule applies.
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Permit
Mixed C&D Debris Box Permit: tiered fees based on…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Street Space Permit + Mixed C&D Debris Box Permit)
Cost
Mixed C&D Debris Box Permit: tiered fees based on DMV vehicle weight class (4 tiers, ~$200-$700+ annual). Annual or temporary 7-day permit. Required regardless of public ROW or private property placement per SF Ord 144-21 (effective Jan 1, 2022). Plus SFMTA meter fees if metered space.
Max days
7 days (Temporary Occupancy) or annual; full debris boxes must be removed within 2 business days
Authority
San Francisco Public Works (Bureau of Street-Use & Mapping)
Portal
sfpublicworks.org permits / 628-271-2000
Processing
10-15 business days; min 72 hrs advance for occupancy
Special rules
C&D Debris Box Permit issued by SF Environment Department. Per Ord 144-21: required for EVERY mixed C&D debris box (public ROW or private property). Must use Registered Facility (not landfill). 75% C&D diversion required for full demolition projects. Vehicles also need permits in 4 weight tiers.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Yes (Mixed C&D Debris Box Permit) for any C&D debris hauling
Cost
Annual or 7-day temporary permit
Max days
Permit-dependent
Special rules
C&D debris must go to certified processors. C&D Ordinance (No. 27-06) compliance required.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste, hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, electronics, tires, mattresses, fluorescent bulbs, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, treated wood, any C&D mixed waste in non-permitted box
Max fine
Up to $1,000 per day for non-compliance
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against sfpublicworks.org + sfenvironment.org. SF Ord 144-21 fully confirmed.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical (industry estimate; Detroit DPW E…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical (industry estimate; Detroit DPW Engineering does not publish dumpster-specific fee schedule online).
Max days
30 days typical
Authority
Detroit Public Works (DPW)
Portal
detroitmi.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Per Detroit Code §43 Division 2 — ROW Permit required for any temporary occupancy (cranes, dumpsters, equipment). Apply via Open Gov portal + Project Docx. Central Business District requires Technical Review Committee approval. Contact (313) 224-3935.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local ordinance-dependent
Special rules
Auto industry generates specialized waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, automotive fluids
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026: ordinance citation confirmed. Fee schedule not publicly visible.
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Permit
Per 2025 SDOT Street Use Fee Schedule: ROW Simple…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Street Use Permit + ROWIP)
Cost
Per 2025 SDOT Street Use Fee Schedule: ROW Simple Issuance $209; ROW Complex Issuance $754; SIP Lite $3,412; Major (SIP/UMP) $8,917; No Permit/No Job Start $366. Residential dumpster gets reduced fee (simple permit category). Inspections discretionary.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) Street Use
Portal
Seattle Services Portal (apply online)
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Right-of-Way Impact Plan (ROWIP) required. Container must be in legal parking space, parking lane in front of property. Temporary No Parking Zone may be required.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
Hill terrain (East Roy St 26% grade) limits placement.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All 9 banned material types above + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
$250 civil penalties for missing Waste Diversion Reports
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against 2025_sdot_street_use_fee_schedule.pdf. Fees may change annually.
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Permit
Free (no cost for obstruction permit per minneapol…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Street Use Permit)
Cost
Free (no cost for obstruction permit per minneapolismn.gov). Lane use fees apply separately by zone (downtown / arterial / all other).
Max days
30, 60, or 90 days (issuance period)
Authority
Minneapolis Public Works
Portal
Minneapolis 311
Processing
5 business days
Special rules
Per Minneapolis Ordinance 430.30: Only City-licensed solid waste haulers, wrecking contractors, or storage container companies can apply (NOT residents directly). Container must be 30 ft from corner; within 12 in of curb; covered during non-work hours.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No (driveway of own residential property)
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit on driveway
Special rules
Reflective materials required on container; company name/phone displayed.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Minnesota bans: Yard waste, mercury thermostats, electronics (MN Electronics Recycling Act 2007: computers, TVs, monitors, peripherals), lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, white goods, whole tires, fluorescent/HID lamps. Stat. 115A.
Common prohibited
All MN-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, solvents, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against minneapolismn.gov.
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Permit
$10-$100/week typical (industry; varies by locatio…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$10-$100/week typical (industry; varies by location/duration). City of Tampa ROW Permit via Accela Citizen Access (aca.tampagov.net).
Max days
7-30 days typical
Authority
Tampa Public Works / Code Enforcement
Portal
aca.tampagov.net
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Bay area regulations; port district access; medical center zones; historic Ybor City rules.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Generally no
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Hurricane prep required.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against City of Tampa permitting portal. Site plan may be required.
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Permit
~$73 (industry estimate per Junk King).
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Traffic Control Permit + Encroachment Permit)
Cost
~$73 (industry estimate per Junk King). Traffic Control Permit required (Information Bulletin 177). Form DS-269 needed.
Max days
Variable
Authority
San Diego Right-of-Way Management
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Three ROW permit categories (ROW, ROW Dry-Utilities, ROW Rapid Review). Street width minimums: 32 ft if cars park 1 side, 36 ft if both sides. Curb-color restrictions apply (red/white/blue zones). 'No Parking' signs posted 72hrs before delivery. Barricades + flashing lights required at each end.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Generally no
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Coastal Commission jurisdiction in some areas.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against sandiego.gov Information Bulletin 177.
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Permit
Per DOTI Consolidated Fee Schedule: First-issuance…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Street Occupancy Permit)
Cost
Per DOTI Consolidated Fee Schedule: First-issuance Residential Plate Permit $200/permit (5x minimum = $1,000+ first issuance); $75-$150 typical for short-term per industry. Annual Tree Trimmer permit $125/vehicle as comparison.
Max days
Maximum 180 days within any 12-month period
Authority
Denver Department of Transportation & Infrastructure
Portal
Denver permits portal
Processing
3-5 days; arterial streets need 5-7 days
Special rules
Revocable Street Occupancy Permit. Liability insurance required (City of Denver as additional insured). 8 reflective strips required per dumpster (or 4 vertical panel barricades with flashing lights). $500 fee for non-compliance.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
HOA rules apply in suburban areas.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Colorado bans: Lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed). Limited bans compared to other Western states.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against denvergov.org DOTI consolidated fee schedule.
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Permit
$65/week per Baltimore DOT ROW Permits Fee Schedul…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$65/week per Baltimore DOT ROW Permits Fee Schedule (Temporary Use of ROW – Dumpster). Other related: Curb Lane $65/wk, Alley $65/wk, Street Closure $85/wk.
Max days
Weekly renewable
Authority
Baltimore Department of Transportation
Portal
baltimoremddot.portal.opengov.com
Processing
15 business days
Special rules
Minor Privilege Permit system for semi-permanent encroachments (separate from temporary). Apply online via OpenGov portal. Liability insurance required.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
Row home/narrow street challenges.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Maryland bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires, used motor oil, yard waste at MSW landfills, e-waste (MD Statewide Computer Recycling Program — manufacturer takeback). MDE.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris (older homes)
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against transportation.baltimorecity.gov/right-way-permits-fee-schedule — verbatim match.
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Permit
~$25/week flat rate (residential).
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (street obstruction permit)
Cost
~$25/week flat rate (residential). Commercial: ~$20/day. Parking meter blocking: $25 one-time registration + $10/meter/day (excluding Sundays/holidays).
Max days
Variable, typically 7-30 days
Authority
St. Louis Streets Department
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Called 'Blocking Right of Way Permit' (not 'dumpster permit'). Apply via Street Department Permit Office at 1900 Hampton Ave. Submit ≥1 week prior (≥2 weeks for significant projects).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
Cross-state metro (MO/IL) – rules differ by side.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Missouri bans: Yard waste (1992), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon removed). NO statewide e-waste ban. RSMo Ch 260.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against stlouis-mo.gov.
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Permit
$25-$150 typical (industry; varies by roadway type…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$150 typical (industry; varies by roadway type and duration). CDOT ROW Use Permit for temporary occupancy <30 days. NCDOT for state-maintained streets.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Charlotte Department of Transportation
Portal
Charlotte permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
ROW Use Permit for occupancy >5 min and <30 days. Encroachment Agreement for permanent installations. $1M liability insurance required for permanent encroachments. Different process for state-maintained streets (NCDOT).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many gated communities require pre-approval.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against charlottenc.gov.
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Permit
$10-$100/week (industry); typical $40-$100.
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way Utilization Permit)
Cost
$10-$100/week (industry); typical $40-$100. Right-of-Way Utilization Permit via orlando.gov (online).
Max days
7-14 days typical
Authority
City of Orlando Permitting Services Division
Portal
orlando.gov/Building-Development/Permits-Inspections/Other/Apply-for-a-Right-of-Way-Permit
Processing
1-5 business days (up to 2 weeks possible)
Special rules
Theme park area logistics; convention center area; HOA stricter than city in Lake Nona/Celebration.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Typically 7-14 days; HOA-dependent
Special rules
Lake Nona, Celebration HOAs strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, chemicals, paint, batteries, tires, electronics, appliances with refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste
Max fine
$100+/day
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against orlando.gov. MOT (Maintenance of Traffic Plan) required for sidewalk/street closure.
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Permit
$25-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
San Antonio Public Works
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
2-4 business days
Special rules
ROW Permit via Public Works ROW Management. Encroachments governed by San Antonio Code §29-168 and §37-3 (Code of Ordinances Ch 37). Specific dumpster fee schedule not publicly visible online.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Historic districts require Office of Historic Preservation review.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026: ordinance authority confirmed. Specific fee not published.
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Permit
$60-$300 typical (industry).
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Temporary Street Use Permit)
Cost
$60-$300 typical (industry). PBOT Temporary Street Use Permit (TSUP) via tsup.info. Affordable housing fee reductions: 25-50% per TRN-10.03.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) Temporary Street Use Permitting (TSUP)
Portal
tsup.info
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Permit change fee $30 (after first change). Holiday & Rose Festival moratoriums in effect (specific date ranges). Late/no-permit fines per TRN-3.450. Affordable housing reductions available.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
Portland Metro mandatory recycling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oregon bans: Yard debris (Metro region), electronics (OR E-Cycles program: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, since 2010), whole tires, used oil, lead-acid batteries, white goods (Freon), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All OR-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against portland.gov.
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Permit
~$99.50 typical (industry confirmed).
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Street Permit)
Cost
~$99.50 typical (industry confirmed). Street Use Encroachment Permit via Sacramento Public Works Engineering Services. $1M insurance required.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Sacramento Public Works Engineering Services
Portal
Accela Citizen Access (aca-prod.accela.com/SACRAMENTO)
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
TREE PROTECTION ORDINANCE CRITICAL: Native oaks (any size), trees 24"+ diameter, city street trees, Heritage trees protected — fines $250-$25,000 for placement within tree driplines. East Sacramento, Land Park, Curtis Park have dense canopy eliminating many locations. $1M liability insurance required. Historic district requirements (Old Sacramento, Midtown). Multiple disposal facilities.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Generally no
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Sacramento County Solid Waste rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026: Tree protection per Urban Forest Master Plan. Sources: cityofsacramento.gov + rightdumpster.com.
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Permit
Residential $25/week. Commercial: $100/month OR $3…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (OneStopPGH)
Cost
Residential $25/week. Commercial: $100/month OR $375/year. Construction Staging Permit (demolition dumpsters) max 42 days; longer projects need Annual Dumpster Permit.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Pittsburgh Department of Mobility and Infrastructure (DOMI)
Portal
OneStopPGH (apps.pittsburghpa.gov/onestop)
Processing
3 business days notification of incomplete applications
Special rules
DOMI Permit Counter at 611 Second Avenue. Annual Dumpster Permits granted to businesses ONLY if no other placement option. Dumpsters preferentially located in alleyways. Permit must be in waterproof sleeve, attached to dumpster, visible to public. Address must be displayed in 2" white permanent letters. Annual renewal required. NO slope placement. 15 historic districts, 446 bridges affect access.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Varies
Cost
Varies
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
Steep terrain limits placement.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against pittsburghpa.gov/files/…/construction-staging-permit-demolition-dumpster-information-sheet_2026.pdf and annual-dumpster-information-sheet_26.pdf
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Las Vegas Public Works
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Extreme heat protocols. Strip area access planning required. Casino project logistics. Convention schedule coordination critical.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in suburbs.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Nevada bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, scrap tires regulated. NDEP. NO e-waste ban. Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
24/7 service common. Heat affects scheduling May-Sept.
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Permit
$30-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Dumpster Usage Permit — C&D Debris Roll-offs only)
Cost
$30-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Cincinnati Department of Transportation & Engineering (DOTE)
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
DOTE Permit & License Center (801 Plum St, Suite 425, Cincinnati OH 45202). row.permits@cincinnati-oh.gov. CRITICAL: Solid waste dumpsters NOT eligible for ROW placement — must be on private property. Only C&D Debris Roll-offs can get open street permits. Only licensed bonded haulers can apply. Historic districts: OTR, Mt. Adams require Revocable Street Privilege. Hillside terrain challenges.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local ordinance-dependent
Special rules
Cross-state metro (OH/KY/IN).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against cincinnati-oh.gov/dote/permits-licenses + Right_of_Way_Permit_Manual_2022.
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Permit
$25-$75 typical (industry: per Angi).
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way permit)
Cost
$25-$75 typical (industry: per Angi). Public Works Department Permits Division.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Kansas City Public Works
Portal
Compass KC (kcmo.gov/city-hall/departments/public-works/permit-applications)
Processing
2-4 business days
Special rules
Cross-state metro (MO/KS sides have separate jurisdictions — Kansas side requires permits via Wyandotte County WycoKCK or appropriate KS municipality). Compass KC links city departments for one-stop permits/plans/payments. Registration free.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
MO/KS rules differ.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Missouri bans: Yard waste (1992), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon removed). NO statewide e-waste ban. RSMo Ch 260.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against kcmo.gov + angi.com.
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Permit
Short-term TURP (Temporary Use of Right-of-Way Per…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (TURP – Temporary Use of Right-of-Way Permit)
Cost
Short-term TURP (Temporary Use of Right-of-Way Permit): $45 application fee, max 30 days, NOT renewable/extendable. Long-term TURP: ~$145 (industry).
Max days
Variable
Authority
Austin Transportation and Public Works (ATPW) — Right-of-Way Management Division
Portal
ABC Permitting Portal (austintexas.gov)
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
ROW Contractor License required ($10,000 bond + insurance certificate + resolution of authority). DAPCZ (Downtown Austin Project Coordination Zone) requires extra approvals for impacts ≥25 ft. AULCC (Austin Utility Location Coordination Committee) approval needed for impacts ≥300 ft anywhere in city. ROW Management office: 505 Barton Springs (Mon-Fri 8AM-1PM walk-in or call 512-974-7180). Tech construction boom. UT area rules. Sound ordinance: no audible noise 10:30 PM-7 AM near residences.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in suburbs (Round Rock, Cedar Park).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against austintexas.gov/transportation-public-works/divisions/right-way-management.
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Permit
$30-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$30-$100 typical
Max days
Short-term and long-term options
Authority
Columbus Department of Public Service Right-of-Way Permit Section
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-10 business days standard; submit ≥3 days in advance
Special rules
Columbus City Code Chapter 905. Two permit types: occupancy and excavation. Permit valid only within applied dates (renew for extensions). MOT (Maintenance of Traffic) plan required for full street shutdown. Multi-inspection projects billed at $60/hr. Application via online permitting portal. Construction boom (30-40% booking increase noted). Strong suburban growth in Delaware County.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
Many HOAs in suburbs.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against columbus.gov/Business-Development/Get-a-Permit + Code Ch 905.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Indianapolis DPW + BNS (Business and Neighborhood Services) — joint oversight
Portal
Accela Citizens Access Portal (aca-prod.accela.com/INDY)
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Use Permit (No Excavation) for dumpsters in parking lanes. DPW Transportation Standards Manual Chapter 200 (May 2021 update). Activate permit by calling 317-327-5525 before work begins; deactivate via township inspector if not started in 3 working days. Regional Center (16th St / I-65/I-70 / Morris St / Belt Railroad): restricted hours 8:15 AM-4:00 PM. Non-thoroughfare areas 7AM-6PM. Mile Square Downtown rules differ. Historic neighborhoods (Lockerbie, Fountain Square).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
Many HOAs in Carmel, Fishers, Greenwood.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Indiana bans: Video display devices (E-Cycle program: TVs, computers, monitors banned 1/1/2011 for households + small businesses), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against indy.gov + Patriot Excavating contractor guide.
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Permit
Dumpster or Portable Storage Unit: $20/month + $50…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
Dumpster or Portable Storage Unit: $20/month + $50 inspection (per Cleveland ROW Permit Fee Schedule, June 2025).
Max days
Variable
Authority
Cleveland Mayor's Office of Capital Projects, Division of Engineering and Construction
Portal
rightofwaypermits@clevelandohio.gov | (216) 664-2384
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
ROW permits issued from 601 Lakeside Avenue, Room 518, Cleveland OH 44114. Sidewalk obstruction fees vary by district (CBD vs Other Commercial vs Residential). Lake Erie shoreline restrictions. Historic districts. Expedite fee $50.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
No city limit
Special rules
Older housing may have lead-paint considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against clevelandohio.gov/sites/clevelandohio/files/mocap/engcon/ROWPermitFees0625.pdf — official June 2025 fee schedule.
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Permit
Temporary Street Closure Permit: $55 for up to 5 d…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
Temporary Street Closure Permit: $55 for up to 5 days, +$10/day after the 5th. High-Impact Area: $45 for up to 5 days, +$10/day. Triple fee if no permit acquired prior: $165 + $30/day after 5. PLUS Mobile Waste Container Permit: $12/container annual decal (per Metro Code 10.20.100, all containers >2 cu yd).
Max days
Variable
Authority
Metro Nashville Department of Transportation (and Public Works for waste container permits)
Portal
Metro permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Two separate permits required: (1) Temporary Street Closure Permit from Nashville DOT for ROW placement; (2) Mobile Waste Container Permit ($12/container annual) from Metro Public Works per Metro Code 10.20.100 — applies to ALL dumpsters/roll-offs >2 cu yd. Annual renewal by July 1. Permit must be displayed on front-right side of container. Music venue construction common. Entertainment district (Broadway, Lower Broad). Event schedule coordination critical.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Suburban Williamson County HOAs strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Triple permit fee for failure to obtain prior to closure
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against nashville.gov/departments/transportation/permits + waste-services/private-collection-permits.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Virginia Beach Public Works
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Naval base proximity (Norfolk Naval Station). Beach zone restrictions. Hurricane prep.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
HRSD compliance.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (must be recycled), used oil banned, tires regulated. VA Computer Recovery and Recycling Act. White goods regulated.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Hurricane season (June-Nov) creates demand spikes.
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Permit
$25-$50 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (minimal requirements)
Cost
$25-$50 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Jacksonville Public Works
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Naval base compliance (NS Mayport, NAS Jacksonville). Port facility access. River district regulations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Beach communities (Atlantic, Neptune, Jax Beach) have separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Hurricane season. Largest US city by area.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Providence Department of Public Works (700 Allens Avenue, 401-467-7950)
Portal
Apply via DPW (call 401-467-7950 for application + approved hauler list)
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
**Critical**: City provides approved contractor list — homeowners must use approved hauler companies (cannot self-supply dumpsters). Contact DPW for current permit fee schedule (not directly published online). Historic district approval required (College Hill, Federal Hill). Narrow colonial streets limit placement options.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Brown University area rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Rhode Island bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires banned. Mandatory recycling. RIRRC operates Central Landfill. Some e-waste rules.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, mattresses (RI mattress recycling)
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against providenceri.gov/public-works + council.providenceri.gov/faqs.
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Permit
$25-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Milwaukee DPW
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Lake Michigan shoreline restrictions. Historic Third Ward rules.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Cold weather pause Dec-Feb common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wisconsin bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon), electronics (E-Cycle WI – Act 50 of 2009), aluminum/glass/plastic containers/cardboard mandatory recycling.
Common prohibited
All WI-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
WI has strong recycling mandate.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-way permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Raleigh DOT
Portal
Permit and Development Portal (permitportal.raleighnc.gov) — select 'Street, Lane, and Sidewalk Closures and Dumpster or POD placement'
Processing
15 business days first review; +10+ business days per additional cycle (longer than typical metros)
Special rules
Contractors must provide $5,000 minimum bond + general liability insurance. 8 historic districts (Oakwood, Boylan Heights, Mordecai). Coordinate with Raleigh Parking (310 W. Martin Street) for legal parking spaces. Dumpsters MUST be removed during scheduled events (Festivals, Road Races, Special Events). NO work permitted during City of Raleigh Holiday Schedule (incl. encompassing weekends if holiday is Mon/Fri). Permit revocable if illegally placed. Wake County disposal facilities. RTP-driven construction demand.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many tech-corridor HOAs strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against raleighnc.gov/permits/services/right-way-services + Right of Way Provisions PDF.
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Permit
Standard ROW Obstruction Permit: $25-$75 typical (…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
Standard ROW Obstruction Permit: $25-$75 typical (industry). DOWNTOWN solid waste collection district: $200/month (per Memphis City Code, verify current rate with city).
Max days
Variable
Authority
Memphis Public Works
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific name: **ROW Obstruction Permit** from Memphis Engineering Division. Special $200/month fee applies in downtown solid waste collection district. Apply via memphistn.gov/permits-office. Tri-state metro (TN/MS/AR) — different jurisdictions for cross-river projects (West Memphis AR + DeSoto County MS have own rules). Historic district requirements.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Mississippi/Arkansas suburb rules differ.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against memphistn.gov/permits-office + Memphis Code Ch 9-56 + alphadumpsters.com/memphis-area-dumpster-rentals.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Richmond DPW Right-of-Way Management Division
Portal
City Hall Room 110 (walk-in) OR email Rightofway@richmondgov.com (digital)
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit: **Work in Streets Permit** for dumpsters/PODs/cranes/staging. Per Richmond Code Sec 24.63 fee schedule. Required: Certificate of Insurance, Contractor's License, MOT Plan (Maintenance of Traffic), Pedestrian Plan (ADA-compliant). Lost metered parking = additional permit from Parking Division (Room 102 City Hall). 900 E. Broad St walk-in. Historic district approval (Fan, Church Hill, Shockoe Bottom). Certified traffic technician/engineer may be required for MOT plans.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Historic restrictions.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (must be recycled), used oil banned, tires regulated. VA Computer Recovery and Recycling Act. White goods regulated.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against rva.gov/public-works/right-way-management + ROW_WISP_Application_combined.pdf.
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Permit
$25-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Louisville Metro Public Works
Portal
Louisville Metro Business Portal (louisvilleky.gov/government/landing-page/get-permit)
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
30-day max placement standard (extensions via additional applications). Per Louisville Metro Code §97.071: must remove all materials within 3 days after construction completion. ROW obstructions broadly defined (basketball goals, brush piles, signs, etc.). Public Works inspector verifies obstructions. Historic Old Louisville requirements. Derby season (early May) creates demand spikes.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Old Louisville historic preservation.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Kentucky bans: Lead-acid batteries (state law), used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Coal combustion residuals & mining waste have separate rules. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against louisvilleky.gov/government/public-works/right-way-permits-and-licenses + Code §97.071.
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Permit
**$40 application fee + $10/day per 22 feet of spa…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**$40 application fee + $10/day per 22 feet of space** in non-metered areas. In metered areas: separate rental of all occupied parking meters required.
Max days
Variable
Authority
New Orleans Department of Public Works — Traffic Division (1300 Perdido Street 6W03, 504-658-8040, TrafficReviewDPW@nola.gov)
Portal
OneStop App (onestopapp.nola.gov)
Processing
3-5 business days (longer with hurricane prep)
Special rules
Per City Code Sec 146-585: dumpster must bear owner name/address/phone in permanent letters ≥2 inches high in contrasting color. Two 'Type 2' safety markers (3 yellow reflectors min 3" each) on each upper corner at each end. Vieux Carré (French Quarter) prohibitions. HDLC review for historic districts. Hurricane season mandatory removal protocols.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Mardi Gras parade routes affect availability.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against nola.gov/dumpster-storage-permit + Code Sec 146-585.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Hartford DPW
Portal
City of Hartford Online Permit & Licensing Portal (hartfordct.gov/Government/Departments/Public-Works)
Processing
2-3 business days (industry estimate; DPW does not publish standard turnaround)
Special rules
Historic district considerations. Snow restrictions.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
CT mandatory recycling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Connecticut bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, scrap metals, white goods, electronics (e-waste 2009), bottles/cans/glass/cardboard mandatory recycling, mercury thermostats, fluorescent lamps, mattresses (EPR).
Common prohibited
All CT-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, mattresses (CT mattress recycling)
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against hartfordct.gov/Government/Departments/Public-Works.
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Permit
~$50 for 7-day permit (industry source).
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
~$50 for 7-day permit (industry source). Permit fees vary by season per SLC permit fee schedule.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Salt Lake City Engineering Division (Public Way Permits)
Portal
SLC Citizen Access Portal (slc.gov/permits)
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Public Way Permit required for any dumpster placement on shoulder of road or in ROW. **Construction Traffic Management Plan (CTMP) required** for projects impacting streets/sidewalks/bike lanes. Insurance required: general liability + workers compensation + automobile liability. Traffic Control Plan with barricades required. Historic district considerations. Mountain weather. Contractors must be prequalified.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
LDS Church property has separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Utah bans: Lead-acid batteries (Utah Code §19-6-603), used oil regulated. NO e-waste landfill ban (manufacturer-education-only law since 2011).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against slc.gov/mystreet/permits + icondumpsters industry guide.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Buffalo Department of Public Works, Parks & Streets (Commissioner of Public Works)
Portal
Online Permit Application (buffalony.gov/864/Permits-Applications)
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific name: **Street Obstruction Permit** required by Buffalo City Code Ch 175/216. Per Code: each day without permit = separate offense (Class J fine). City may remove unpermitted dumpsters at owner's expense. Encroachment permits expire 1 year after issuance if work incomplete. Major encroachments require Common Council action. Heavy snow restrictions Nov-March. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lake Erie shoreline rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against bufgreencode.com/administration-approvals/right-of-way-approvals + ecode360.com Buffalo Ch 216.
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Permit
$25-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Birmingham Department of Transportation (BDOT) — Permits processed via 9th floor of City Hall
Portal
Fillable PDF forms via birminghamal.gov/transportation/permit-applications (submit via email; pay before processing)
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
BDOT manages permits for activities in public right-of-way (streets, sidewalks, transportation facilities). Application fee must be paid before processing. Public computer available at BDOT office (9th floor City Hall, Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM). Building permits via Department of Planning, Engineering & Permits (PEP) Online Permit Center separately. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Iron/steel industrial heritage; some sites may have soil issues.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against birminghamal.gov/transportation/permit-applications.
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Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way permit)
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
OKC Public Works Department
Portal
OKC Citizen Portal (access.okc.gov)
Processing
Minimum 2 full work days advance filing required
Special rules
Revocable ROW permit — only **prequalified licensed contractors** can apply (NOT direct homeowners/property owners). Apply via Citizen Portal (access.okc.gov). Tornado season protocols (April-June). HOA compliance guidance available.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in Edmond, Norman.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oklahoma bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil banned, tires regulated. ODEQ. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against okc.gov/business/public-works-contractor-resources.
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Permit
$50 (industry source citing City of Rochester)
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50 (industry source citing City of Rochester)
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Rochester Department of Environmental Services Permit Office (City Hall 30 Church St, Room 121-B, 585-428-6848)
Portal
City permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Right-of-Way Permit per Rochester Rules and Regulations for Work in the Right-of-Way Section 7. Permit must be conspicuously displayed on dumpster throughout rental period. Heavy snow restrictions. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lake Ontario shoreline rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against cityofrochester.gov/departments/department-environmental-services/street-and-sidewalk-right-way-permits + dumpster.co Rochester guide.
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Permit
$57 (under 72 hours, DOT) + $8/meter/day if metere…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (dual-track)
Cost
$57 (under 72 hours, DOT) + $8/meter/day if metered; variable for 72+ hours (Public Works)
Max days
Variable; under 72 hours = DOT track; 72+ hours = Public Works track
Authority
San José Public Works Development Services (200 E. Santa Clara St, San Jose CA 95113, 408-535-3555) for Encroachment Permits + DOT for Tow-Away Permits
Portal
getaPERMIT website (sanjoseca.gov) | PWPermitHelp@sanjoseca.gov
Processing
2 weeks advance recommended
Special rules
Encroachment Permit issued FIRST by Public Works, then Tow-Away Permit from DOT (required if metered parking affected). Lost Meter Revenue: $8/meter/day (Sundays/holidays excluded). Encroachment Permit valid 6 months for construction; can extend once. Storage container ≥72 hours requires Encroachment Permit. Apply 2 weeks in advance. Industry: $30-$75 typical short-term. Only city-authorized debris box companies allowed.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No (city limits); Mixed C&D rules apply via state
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Tech campus expansion drives ADU construction (4,780% increase in ADU permits 2015-2024).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste, hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, electronics, tires, mattresses, fluorescent bulbs, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against sanjoseca.gov Encroachment Permits + Tow-Away Permit FAQs + Public Works Permit Fees Rev 12/12/25.
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Permit
$30-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Temporary Right-of-Way Permit)
Cost
$30-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (TDoT/M) — Permits and Codes Section
Portal
tucsonaz.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days standard
Special rules
Per Tucson City Code Chapter 25. Apply via Tucson Permitting Customer Portal. **March 2026 fee proposal pending May 19 hearing**: roll-off container fees gradually rising from $182 to $340 by 2030; possible new lane closure fees ($2,000/24hr per direction per half-mile arterial). Sonoran Desert heat protocols apply June-September. Many HOAs in foothills/Catalina areas.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
University of Arizona area has additional rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arizona bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon must be removed), liquid hazardous waste. Universal Waste Rule. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, solvents, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, pesticides
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Transportation-Mobility/Permits-and-Codes-Section + Tucson City Council fee package report (March 2026).
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Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way permit)
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Tulsa Public Works Engineering Services + City of Tulsa Permit Center (4th Floor City Hall, 175 E. 2nd St, call 311)
Portal
cityoftulsa.org permit portal
Processing
2-4 business days
Special rules
Right-of-Way permit required for any dumpster on public property (alleys, streets, sidewalks). **10-day max placement** per local zoning (extensions $15/extra day per industry). Industry: ~$45 typical residential. Per Tulsa Code Title 35. Tornado season protocols April-June. Historic Greenwood/Brady District rules.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Oil industry waste streams may have specialized requirements.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oklahoma bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil banned, tires regulated. ODEQ. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against cityoftulsa.org/permitcenter + dumpster.co Tulsa + discountdumpsterco.com/locations/dumpster-rental-tulsa-ok.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Fresno Public Works
Portal
fresno.gov permit portal
Processing
Apply ≥3-5 business days in advance
Special rules
Road Encroachment Permit / Street Work Permit from Fresno Public Works Department. **Traffic Control Plan (TCP) required** per CA MUTCD + Fresno Standard Specifications. TCP must be prepared by C-31 licensed contractor or stamped by California licensed Professional Engineer. Industry: $25-$75 typical. Placement clearances: 15ft from fire hydrants, 10ft from driveways, 25ft from corners. Reflective markings required for overnight placement. Insurance typically required. Cedar Avenue Recycling and Transfer Station (3457 South Cedar Ave) is primary disposal. Central Valley agricultural debris may need separate handling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against fresno.gov/publicworks + Fresno Policy 210.01 Traffic Control Policies and Procedures.
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Permit
$25-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Grand Rapids Engineering
Portal
grandrapidsmi.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Heritage Hill/historic district considerations. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Furniture industry generates specialized waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Furniture city heritage; cold weather pause Dec-Feb.
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Permit
$50-$200 typical (higher for downtown)
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$200 typical (higher for downtown)
Max days
Variable
Authority
Honolulu Department of Transportation Services
Portal
honolulu.gov permit portal
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Tropical climate considerations. Limited landfill capacity drives recycling mandates. Tourist district restrictions (Waikiki).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Hurricane season prep (June-Nov). Limited inter-island disposal.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Hawaii bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires, white goods, electronics (commercial since 2010, TVs added 2011). HI-5 container deposit. HRS Ch 342H, Title 11 Ch 58.1.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Island geography limits disposal options. Hurricane season prep.
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Permit
**No fees currently for blocking permits** (verbat…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**No fees currently for blocking permits** (verbatim from official Greenville Encroachment Permits page).
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Greenville (General Encroachment Permit for ROW). Parking Services 864-467-4900 for additional parking spaces.
Portal
greenvillesc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
1 parking space granted for dumpster (additional via Parking Services). **Dumpsters in Central Business District (CBD) restricted to 12 CY maximum**. Cannot block driveways or pedestrian access. **20 feet of usable street width must remain** after container + safety devices placed (or application denied). Cannot be filled over top. Areas around dumpster must be kept clean. Food/household waste prohibited; dumpsters near restaurants must be covered at night. Permit terminable on nuisance grounds — City may confiscate. BMW/manufacturing corridor handles industrial waste. Historic West End rules.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in fast-growing suburbs (Simpsonville, Mauldin).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Carolina bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated, white goods regulated. NO statewide e-waste ban. SCDHEC.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against parks.greenvillesc.gov/334/Encroachment-Permits + greenvillesc.gov/827/Permits-Applications.
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Permit
**Occupancy & Dumpster Permit: $100 per location**…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**Occupancy & Dumpster Permit: $100 per location** (verbatim from city fee schedule). Street Excavation Permit: $250/address. Sidewalk Permit: $150/address. Fine for failure to obtain permit: $100/offense.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bridgeport Department of Public Facilities (752 East Main Street, 203-576-7130) for occupancy/dumpster permits; Department of Licensing & Permits for street/sidewalk excavation
Portal
Park City Portal (bridgeportct.gov)
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Department of Public Facilities issues Occupancy Permits for use of public ROW. Per Bridgeport City Code Ch 12.16. Call Before You Dig (CBYD) required to mark utilities/gas lines for any excavation. Each city in metro (Bridgeport, Stamford, Danbury, Norwalk) has separate permit process. Insurance commonly required. NYC commuter belt — tight street access.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
CT mandatory recycling state.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Connecticut bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, scrap metals, white goods, electronics (e-waste 2009), bottles/cans/glass/cardboard mandatory recycling, mercury thermostats, fluorescent lamps, mattresses (EPR).
Common prohibited
All CT-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against bridgeportct.gov/government/departments/licensing-permits/license-and-permits-fee-schedule.
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Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Knoxville Engineering Department – Civil Engineering Division (3131 Morris Ave, Knoxville TN 37909) — for city ROW. Knox County Engineering & Public Works (205 W. Baxter Ave) for unincorporated county roads.
Portal
knoxvilletn.gov permit portal
Processing
City permits typically 3-5 business days; **Knox County permits up to 30 business days**
Special rules
Per Knoxville Code Ch 13 (Solid Waste) + Ch 23 (Streets/Sidewalks). Permit must be displayed visibly on dumpster at all times. Industry: commercial dumpsters longer than 60 days require permit regardless of container size. Annual Maintenance Permit available for utility companies. Commercial jobs require permit for street placement. UT campus area rules. Historic Old City considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Smoky Mountains tourism affects east side.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against knoxvilletn.gov/government/city_departments_offices/engineering + knoxcounty.org/epw/rightofway.
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Permit
$30-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$30-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Sarasota County / city public works
Portal
sarasotagov.com or scgov.net
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season (June-Nov) requires 48-hour pre-storm removal. Beach restrictions. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Snowbird population affects seasonal availability (Oct-April).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Hurricane season. One of fastest-growing FL metros.
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Permit
$107 ROW Permit fee (industry source citing offici…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way Permit)
Cost
$107 ROW Permit fee (industry source citing official). Annual hauling permit (commercial): $12 first vehicle + $3 each additional.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Albuquerque Department of Municipal Development (Barricading Permit) + Construction Services Division
Portal
ABQ-PLAN online portal (cabq.gov/planning/building-safety-division/permits)
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Apply ≥3-5 business days before delivery. Barricading Permit specifically required for dumpsters in street per City Code Enforcement guidance. Certified barricade companies required for traffic control. Bonds/insurance may be required. Cerro Colorado Landfill is primary disposal. High-desert wind requires bagging or covering light debris.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Historic Old Town rules. Adobe/historic structures.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New Mexico bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil banned. Scrap tires regulated. NO e-waste ban. NMED.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against cabq.gov/planning/planning-faqs/code-enforcement-faqs + cabq.gov/planning/building-safety-division/permits + dumpster.co Albuquerque.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bakersfield Public Works
Portal
bakersfieldcity.us permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Encroachment Permit per **Bakersfield Municipal Code 12.16.020**. Apply ≥10 working days before delivery (industry). City strictly enforces — citations + daily fines + impoundment for non-compliance. Downtown Bakersfield (Chester Ave/Truxtun Ave): zero-tolerance enforcement zone. Vision triangle setbacks at corners. Oildale (north of river) is largely unincorporated Kern County (separate rules). Commercial dumpsters >60 days require permit. Bena Landfill is primary disposal. Oil industry waste streams require specialized handling. Heat protocols May-September.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against bakersfieldcity.us/331/Public-Works + Bakersfield Municipal Code 12.16.020.
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Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
McAllen Public Works
Portal
mcallen.net permit portal
Processing
Apply ≥7 working days before commencement (per McAllen Code Ch 94 Art II)
Special rules
Per **City of McAllen Code Chapter 94 Article II (Right-of-Way Management Ordinance)**. **$15,000 surety bond required** to guarantee ROW restoration (waivable for good cause / financial responsibility showing). City offers alternative: temporary 8-yard dumpster from Public Works at $66.63/day (Code §90-80). City of McAllen Public Works (4201 N Bentsen Rd, 956-681-4000). Penitas Landfill (Hidalgo County) primary disposal. Border region cross-traffic considerations. Hurricane season prep.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Snowbird/winter Texan population affects seasonal demand.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against mcallen.net/departments/engineering/row + ecode360 McAllen Code Ch 94 Art II + Ch 90 Art III.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Building Commissioner — City of Albany Department of Buildings (issues Barricade Permits per Albany Code Article II). DGS coordinates capital projects.
Portal
albanyny.gov permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Specific name: **Barricade Permit**. Covers all temporary obstructions (dumpsters, scaffolds, vehicles, equipment). Liability insurance required: $100K/$300K bodily injury + $50K property damage; **City of Albany must be named insured/co-insured**. **Insurance NOT required if work valued ≤$10,000** (except hazardous conditions). Building Commissioner can revoke permit without notice for unsafe conditions. State Capital area restrictions. Historic district approvals (Center Square, Mansion). Heavy snow Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Three-city metro (Albany, Schenectady, Troy) — each has separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against ecode360.com Albany NY Article II Preliminary Requirements.
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Permit
**Verbatim from Allentown Code §270-44**: Dumpster…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**Verbatim from Allentown Code §270-44**: Dumpsters in public ROW: ≤20 cubic yards = **$35/month**; >20 cubic yards = **$55/month**. Permanent encroachments: $40 fee. Industry: $25 application fee, 30-day validity.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Allentown Public Works Department (Street Space Occupancy Permit). Department of Community & Economic Development handles applications.
Portal
allentownpa.gov/en-us/Services-Programs/Permits-Licenses
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Each Lehigh Valley city (Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton) has separate permit process. State-mandated UCC permit fee $4.50 added to all permits. Lehigh Valley industrial corridor. NJ border crossing (Easton).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Steel/cement industry legacy.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against ecode360 Allentown Code §270-44 (Community and Economic Development Fees).
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Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City-Parish Department of Public Works, Traffic Engineering Division (1100 Laurel Street, Baton Rouge LA 70802) — East Baton Rouge consolidated city-parish government
Portal
brla.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Street & Sidewalk Closure Permit** for any obstruction of public ROW. Per LA DEQ disposal rules (state-level). North Landfill operated by EBR Parish primary disposal. Portable storage container rules: max 30 days residential, 15 days in front yard, must display permit ≤1 sq ft visible from ROW with ID/dates/local phone. Hurricane season prep (June-Nov). State Capitol area restrictions. LSU campus area considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
LSU football season affects availability.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against brla.gov + library.municode.com Baton Rouge + alphadumpsters.com/baton-rouge-dumpster-rental.
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Permit
**$33 application fee**, 30-day validity (per dump…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**$33 application fee**, 30-day validity (per dumpster.co citing City of Worcester website)
Max days
Variable
Authority
**Dual-permit system**: Worcester Fire Department (Temporary Dumpster Permit per 527 CMR Mass Fire Code, all dumpsters ≥6 cu yd); Worcester DPW & Parks Engineering (50 Skyline Drive, 508-929-1300) for Street Obstruction Permit
Portal
worcesterma.gov permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Per 527 CMR — any dumpster 6 cubic yards or more requires permit. Permits NOT required for same-day delivery and removal. Annual renewal for permanent dumpsters. Dumpsters must be ≥20 feet from street corners. Cannot block driveways, stop signs, or fire hydrants. City Clerk's Office involvement for street obstruction. MA waste bans extensive (MassDEP). Heavy snow Dec-March. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Multiple colleges create move-out spikes May/August.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
MA broad waste bans (310 CMR 19.017): Mattresses (Nov 2022), textiles (Nov 2022), food waste >0.5 ton/wk, lead-acid batteries, CRTs, whole tires, white goods, paper/cardboard/glass/metal/plastic, yard waste, asphalt/brick/concrete, treated/untreated wood, clean gypsum.
Common prohibited
All MA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Up to $1,000/day per MA
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against budgetdumpster.com/worcester + Massachusetts 527 CMR 1.00 (Mass Fire Code) + worcesterma.gov.
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Permit
**Street closure: $53 per 12 hours** (verbatim DMD…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**Street closure: $53 per 12 hours** (verbatim DMD rate, e.g., $106 for 8am-11pm)
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of El Paso Department of Transportation – Code Enforcement Department. **One Stop Shop (OSS, 811 Texas)** for permits + Special Privilege License (915-212-0104). El Paso County for unincorporated.
Portal
elpasotexas.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Pavement Cut Permit**. Construction dumpsters enforced by Code Enforcement. Per El Paso Municipal Code 9.04.670 (waste disposal in vacant lots), 12.68.030 (overhang clearance), 18.02.106 (Permit Fees). **Greater El Paso Landfill** — hauler permits required. Insurance: **$1M GL + $1M Auto + $2M aggregate**. **60 days advance application** for special events (120 recommended). El Paso County separate ROW permit per ECM Ch 5 (publicworks.elpasoco.com). Border city — Mexico/Juarez transit. Desert/heat protocols. Dust storms.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Bilingual operations standard. Adobe/historic structures.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against elpasotexas.gov/streets-and-maintenance + downtownelpaso.com/special-event-permitting + ecode360 18.02.106.
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Permit
$50 (industry source citing City of Columbia websi…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50 (industry source citing City of Columbia website)
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Columbia Public Works Department
Portal
columbiasc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Reflective tape required for safe placement. Apply via columbiasc.gov. Richland County Landfill primary disposal. State Capitol area restrictions. USC campus area. Historic Five Points considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Fort Jackson military area has separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Carolina bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated, white goods regulated. NO statewide e-waste ban. SCDHEC.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against dumpster.co/columbia-sc + newsouthwaste.com + city info via wasteremovalusa.com.
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Permit
**$25 Dumpster Permit fee** (verbatim from city)
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**$25 Dumpster Permit fee** (verbatim from city)
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Charleston Department of Planning, Preservation and Sustainability + Traffic Operations Division (Code Enforcement on-site inspections)
Portal
charleston-sc.gov permit portal
Processing
**7 business days** application processing (allow 2 weeks total)
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Dumpster Permit** for 'temporary placement of dumpsters or mobile storage containers within the public rights-of-way'. **Dumpsters will only be permitted for placement in legal parking spaces**. Multiple permit types in same application: Street Blocking, Meter Bag, Dumpster, Moving. Per MUTCD Typical Traffic Control Applications. **Historic Fourth Ward** extra constraints (no driveways, narrow streets). Berkeley + Dorchester County separate. SCDOT for state highways. Tropical/coastal considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Historic single houses have narrow access constraints.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Carolina bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated, white goods regulated. NO statewide e-waste ban. SCDHEC.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable; higher in Historic District
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against charleston-sc.gov/379/Permits-Brochures-Maps + charleston-sc.gov/375/Traffic-Operations-Division.
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Permit
$30-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$30-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Cape Coral Public Works – Transportation Division (239-574-0836, ltaylor@capecoral.net). Lee County for unincorporated.
Portal
leegov.com or capecoral.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Right-of-Way (ROW) Permit (Form PW-1001)**. **Lee County Traffic Signal Maintenance for locates: 239-674-7600**. **One Call No Cuts: 811 / 1-800-432-4770**. City Utilities locates: 239-574-0852. Trash on private property NOT picked up by city — owner must remove or relocate to ROW (Code Enforcement notification). City has 2 grapple-truck crews + 1 pickup crew for ROW debris. 311 Call Center / Citizen's Action Center: 239-574-0425. **Hurricane Ian (2022) recovery aftermath** ongoing. Gulf Coast hurricane prep. Heavy storm debris ops. Canal-front properties.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Strong HOAs in gated communities. Snowbird population.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against capecoral.gov ROW Permit Application PW-1001 + Median & ROW Trash Removal Program page.
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Permit
**Permit fees range from $0 to $500** per official…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**Permit fees range from $0 to $500** per official fee schedule (extensions $500-$1500). Industry: ~$75 typical for dumpster.
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Lakeland Public Works Engineering Division (501 E. Main Street, 863-834-6070)
Portal
iMS (Community & Economic Development) + IVR system + SelectTXT
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Non-Utility Right-of-Way Use Permit**. City reserves right to require removal of solid waste roll-off containers from on-street parking with **24 hours notice**. **Maintenance of Traffic Plan required** for all traffic detours, lane closures, and construction work in ROW. Traffic Operations Division must approve plan ≥48 hours advance (863.834.3491). Pre-construction meeting required 48 hours before site activities. Per City of Lakeland Engineering Standards Manual. Compliance with FDOT 'utility accommodation guide' + MUTCD + FDOT Standard 600 Indices. Polk County separate ROW permit for county roads. North Central Landfill (DeCastro Rd, Winter Haven) primary disposal. Hurricane season prep.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Strong HOAs in retirement communities (Lake Wales, Winter Haven).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against lakelandgov.net/departments/public-works/engineering/permit-inspection-information + permit-provisions page.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Boise Public Works (208-608-7549) — Temporary Use Parking Permit. Ada County Highway District (ACHD) handles county/highway ROW separately. Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) for state highway ROW.
Portal
cityofboise.org permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Temporary Use Parking Permit** required to park dumpster in any public ROW. Per Idaho Code §18-3906: placing debris on highway = $150 fine first offense; $300 second within 2 yrs; misdemeanor third within 3 yrs ($1,000 max + 30 days jail). Boise rapid growth driving permit volume. Foothills terrain considerations. Snow Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in Meridian, Eagle, Star.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Idaho bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). Limited bans (Idaho Code §39-7301).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against budgetdumpster.com/boise + cityofboise.org + itd.idaho.gov/row + Idaho Code §18-3906.
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Permit
Verbatim fee category: **'Construction material in…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
Verbatim fee category: **'Construction material in right-of-way (each 5 days of portion)'** per Oxnard Fee Schedule
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Oxnard Community Development (214 S C St., 805-385-7896, EncroachmentPermits@oxnard.org) or Public Works (305 W. Third St., 805-385-8280). Ventura County for unincorporated.
Portal
ventura.org or city portals
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Encroachment Permit**. Per Oxnard Code **Ch 19 Public Works** (Articles I-X) — Article II Solid Waste/Recycling, Article III Streets and Sidewalks Division 1 Encroachments and Excavations + **Sec 19-161** (No solid waste deposited on public ROW or city property except in designated receptacles). Franchise utility street cut formula: **$0.5634438/sq ft**. **Annual Multiple Encroachment Permit option** available. **Del Norte Regional Recycling and Transfer Station** (111 S Del Norte Blvd) primary disposal. CA Universal Waste Rule. SB 1383 organics. Coastal/marine layer. Mediterranean climate.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Wildfire debris requires Certified Asbestos Consultant (post-2024 fire season).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against oxnard.gov/permits + ecode360 Oxnard Code Ch 19 + Sec 19-161 + Fee Schedule.
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Permit
$30-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$30-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Dayton Department of Public Works – Civil Engineering Division (City Hall Fifth Floor, 101 W. Third St, Dayton OH 45402, 937-333-4800). Director of Public Works issues permits.
Portal
daytonohio.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Per Dayton Public Works Rules and Regulations. Application + application fee + **certificate of insurance + bond required** for any work in ROW. Dayton Daily News region. Wright-Patterson AFB nearby. Tornado-prone April-June. Heavy snow Dec-March. Online Permit System available.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Manufacturing legacy (GM, NCR).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against daytonohio.gov/DocumentCenter/View/705/Street-Cut-Rules-and-Regulations-PDF + daytonohio.gov/349/Public-Works.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Stockton Engineering (Community Development Department, 345 N. El Dorado Street, Stockton CA 95202, 209-937-8366, CDDEngineering@stocktonca.gov)
Portal
Accela Citizen Permit Portal (or email/in-person at Permit Center)
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Encroachment Permit**. Per Stockton Municipal Code Title 8 Ch 8.04 (Solid Waste, Recyclables, Green Waste). Required for all work in ROW including dumpster placement, traffic/pedestrian control. ~670 miles of road system serving 301K residents. Central Valley agricultural waste streams. Heat protocols May-September.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against stocktonca.gov/business/planning___engineering/encroachment.php.
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Permit
**Verbatim from Greensboro Lane Closure Permits pa…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**Verbatim from Greensboro Lane Closure Permits page**: $15 application fee + $2/day per sidewalk/shoulder + $2/day per on-street parking space/loading zone.
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Greensboro Department of Transportation (Lane Closure Permits / Temporary Right-of-Way Closure Permit)
Portal
greensboro-nc.gov online permit application + payment system. Phone 336-373-CITY (2489).
Processing
Apply and pay ≥24 hours before work activities
Special rules
Peak hours (7-9 AM, 4-6 PM weekdays): closures NOT permitted without special approval. Per Greensboro Code Ch 18 Art III, Ch 26 Art I + NC State Building Code Ch XXIV + MUTCD Part VI + City's Work Area Traffic Control Handbook. Permits revocable for non-compliance. Sourgum Waste/Greensboro Solid Waste & Recycling. Greensboro Landfill primary disposal. Triad metro (Greensboro-Winston-Salem-High Point).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
High Point Furniture Market (April/October) creates demand spikes.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against greensboro-nc.gov/i-want-to/apply-for/permits-licenses/lane-closure-permits.
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Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
180 days max in 12-month period
Authority
Colorado Springs Land Use Review Division (719-385-5905, planningdev@coloradosprings.gov). Right-of-Way Management Division (2880 International Circle, Suite 200-1, 719-385-5977) for inspections.
Portal
coloradosprings.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Revocable Permit (Surface Occupation type)**. Three permit types: subsurface, surface, above-surface — surface is most common for dumpsters/PODs/fences/freestanding signs. **Cannot occupy more than 1/5 width of paved sidewalk**. Permit revocable at any time by City Council. Excavation/Concrete contractor licensing required separately (City Clerk's Office, 30 South Nevada). Per Colorado Springs Code §6.4.103 (Waste Collection). Old Colorado City + Old North End historic district considerations. Mountain weather/elevation.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in suburbs. Mountain weather affects winter.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Colorado bans: Lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed). Limited bans compared to other Western states.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against coloradosprings.gov/planning-and-development/page/revocable-permit + coloradosprings.gov/public-works/page/right-way-management.
79
Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Little Rock Public Works – **Traffic Engineering Division** (621 South Broadway Street, Little Rock AR 72201, 501-379-1800)
Portal
littlerock.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Traffic Control Permit** (commonly called barricade permit). Issues permits for dumpsters and PODs in city ROW, parades, public assemblies, block parties. Block parties/parades: $25/event. Traffic Control Permit fees vary by closure type (call division for specific fees). Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department handles state highways. State Capitol area. Historic Quapaw Quarter rules. Per Code of Ordinances Ch 28 (Solid Waste) + Ch 32 (Parking).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Tornado season prep (April-May).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arkansas bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), TVs/computer monitors (E-Waste Recycling Act). Reg. 22.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against littlerock.gov/government/city-departments/public-works/traffic-engineering-division.
80
Permit
$50-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Provo Public Works
Portal
provo.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
**Provo and Orem share same permit application**. **Provo specifically requires reflective striping** on dumpster; Orem focuses on insurance certificates. UT setback specs: 3ft from fire hydrants, 15ft from intersections, 5ft from driveways. ADA accessibility required. Apply 2-3 days advance recommended. Wasatch construction blitzes trigger heightened enforcement. UVU/BYU campus area. Mountain conditions (Wasatch).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
LDS Church property has separate rules. Many HOAs in Lehi/Saratoga Springs.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Utah bans: Lead-acid batteries (Utah Code §19-6-603), used oil regulated. NO e-waste landfill ban (manufacturer-education-only law since 2011).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against icondumpsters.com/dumpster-rental-permits + griffinwasteutah.com Utah County guide + provo.gov/faq.aspx.
81
Permit
$25-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Des Moines Public Works Department (216 SE 5th St, Des Moines IA 50309, 515-283-4950)
Portal
dsm.city permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Street Use Permit** per Des Moines Code Ch 102 Article XVI. Iowa OneCall (utility locate) required before placement. West Des Moines: 48-hour advance notice for excavation/lane closures via separate Street/Lane Closure Permit Application. Metro Park East Landfill (12181 NE University Ave, Mitchellville) primary disposal. State Capitol area restrictions. Insurance industry corporate campuses (Principal, Wellmark, others).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-Feb.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Iowa bans: Yard waste (1991), lead-acid batteries (1990), used oil (no landfill acceptance), waste tires regulated. Iowa Code §455D. NO statewide e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against library.municode.com Des Moines Code Ch 102 Art XVI + dsm.city + dumpsterrentaldesmoines.org.
82
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Daytona Beach Public Works Department (950 Bellevue Avenue, Daytona Beach FL 32114). Volusia County Traffic Engineering (386-736-5968) for unincorporated.
Portal
volusia.org or city portals
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Right-of-Way Use Permit**. Required for any obstruction in public ROW including dumpsters/storage containers. Per Code of Ordinances Ch 78 (Solid Waste). **Volusia County separate County ROW Permit** for unincorporated areas — 2 business days locate notice + 7 days notice for closures (386-561-8666 Jim Price). Operations 7am-7pm Mon-Fri standard. **MOT requirements** per FDOT Standard Index. **Tomoka Farms Road Landfill** (Port Orange) primary disposal + West Volusia Transfer Station. **Speedway/Bike Week (Mar) + Daytona 500 (Feb)** traffic surge. Hurricane/coastal considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Snowbird population.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against budgetdumpster.com/daytona-beach + alphadumpsters.com/volusia-county + volusia.org/services/public-works.
83
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Dutchess/Orange County / city public works
Portal
City permit portals
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Historic Hudson Valley rules. NYC commuter belt.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-March.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Hudson Valley region; NY EERRA bans electronics.
84
Permit
**$50 flat fee for all permit applications** (verb…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**$50 flat fee for all permit applications** (verbatim from cityofmadison.com)
Max days
5 consecutive calendar days maximum
Authority
City of Madison **Traffic Engineering Division** (regulates construction-related dumpsters). Parking Office at Madison Municipal Building 215 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 109. Engineering Division (City-County Building 210 MLK Jr Blvd, Room 115) handles excavation in ROW separately.
Portal
Accela Citizen Access (online application). SOP@cityofmadison.com / 608-261-4293.
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Street Occupancy Permit**. Containers NOT allowed on terrace (between curb and sidewalk). Container may only be placed in front of resident's address (or adjacent space with signed acknowledgment letter). Metered space additional: standard meter fees apply per space used + meter sign fees. Per Madison General Ordinances Ch 10. Late/unauthorized application: double fees + double penalties. State Capitol restrictions. UW-Madison campus area. Heavy snow Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lakefront rules apply (Mendota, Monona).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wisconsin bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon), electronics (E-Cycle WI – Act 50 of 2009), aluminum/glass/plastic containers/cardboard mandatory recycling.
Common prohibited
All WI-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against cityofmadison.com/parking/permits/street-occupancy + cityofmadison.com/trafficengineering/streetoccupancyprocedures.cfm.
85
Permit
$25-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Winston-Salem Department of Transportation + Public Works (City Hall, 100 E. First Street, Winston-Salem NC 27101, 336-727-8000). Assistant City Manager / Public Works issues permits per City Code Sec. 74-143.
Portal
cityofws.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Per **Winston-Salem City Code Sec. 74-143** — written permit required for any excavation/work on streets, alleys, sidewalks, public ways. Hanes Mill Road Solid Waste Facility (composite-lined MSW landfill, accepts MSW from Davie/Forsyth/Stokes/Surry/Yadkin counties + construction debris). **FLAT-RATE landfill pricing $4-$15 per load** for residents. Old Salisbury Road Landfill alternative for construction debris. Triad metro. Industrial process waste requires prior approval. NC E-Waste Disposal Act bans.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Older housing may have lead paint considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against cityofws.org/3135/Permits-for-Work-Within-the-Right-of-Way + cityofws.org/1256/Solid-Waste-Disposal.
86
Permit
~$70 typical (industry; multiply by months for ext…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
~$70 typical (industry; multiply by months for extended placement)
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Akron Public Service Department (Right-of-Way Occupancy permits). Summit County Engineer (538 East South Street, Akron OH 44311, 330-643-8711) for county roads.
Portal
City of Akron Plans & Permits Web Portal (akronohio.gov/pnp)
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Right-of-Way Occupancy Permit**. Reflective markings required for street placement. Summit County emergency work permits filed within 7 days, fees waived. Per Akron Code Ch 98 (Streets and Sidewalks). Rust Belt revival projects. Heavy snow Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against gregoryrolloffcontainers.com Akron guide + akronohio.gov/pnp + summitengineer.net/pages/Permits.html.
87
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Ogden Engineering Division (801-629-8990, Public Works Building 133 W 29th St)
Portal
ogdencity.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Engineering Permit**. **Only Licensed Professional Contractors who are insured and bonded with Ogden City may work in ROW**. **UDOT Permit also required for state roads** (Ogden City Permit covers UDOT ROW from back of curb to ROW line; UDOT Permit covers roadway curb-to-curb). **Free Dial-A-Dumpster Program** for residents — 1 dumpster/year/resident, neighborhood-based, 5 neighbor signatures required, 48-hour loan, M/W/F drop-off. NOT for personal projects. Hazardous/over-fill = fees. **2 free Dump Passes/year per residential acct** ($12 max each, June 30 expiration) for Weber County Transfer Station. Public Works (801-629-8271). Wasatch mountain weather. Hill AFB nearby.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
LDS Church property has separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Utah bans: Lead-acid batteries (Utah Code §19-6-603), used oil regulated. NO e-waste landfill ban (manufacturer-education-only law since 2011).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against ogdencity.gov/274/The-City-Right-of-Way + ogdencity.gov/1113/Dial-A-Dumpster + ogdencity.gov/1112/Dump-Pass.
88
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City Engineer / Department of Public Works & Utilities (455 N. Main, 7th Floor, Wichita KS 67202). Traffic Engineering: 316-268-4446. Sedgwick County Public Works for unincorporated.
Portal
wichita.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit names: **Use-of-Street Permit** (street/sidewalk/ROW closure) and **Right-of-Way Use Permit** (private use of public property). Per City Code **Section 10.08 – Minor Street Privileges**. Application requires: (1) drawing/diagram/photos of proposed encroachment, (2) certificate of insurance adding **City of Wichita as additional insured** on homeowner's policy. Annual permit fee. Sedgwick County Register of Deeds recording fee separate. Up to 4 permits may be required for ROW work. Aviation industry / Boeing Wichita. Tornado season Apr-June.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Industrial waste handling experience required.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Kansas bans: Only CRT-containing items state-regulated. Lead-acid batteries restricted, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO comprehensive e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against wichita.gov/1311/Traffic-Street-Construction-Permitting + DocumentCenter Section 10.08 Minor Street Privileges.
89
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Melbourne and Brevard County (dual jurisdiction)
Portal
brevardfl.gov or city portals
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Right-of-Way Permit**. Brevard County permits required for street-placed dumpsters in unincorporated. Most cities follow county guidelines. **Cocoa Beach and Melbourne Beach have additional restrictions due to narrow barrier island streets**. Merritt Island follows unincorporated county rules. Eau Gallie historic district considerations. **Space Coast — Kennedy Space Center / Cape Canaveral**. Hurricane season prep critical. NASA/aerospace presence (Patrick SFB).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Aerospace/defense industry waste stream.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against fladumpsterrentals.com/areas/melbourne + dumpsterenterprises.com/dumpster-rental/fl/melbourne.
90
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Syracuse Central Permit Office (CPO) at City Hall (233 E Washington St, Syracuse NY 13202). Department of Public Works (DPW) handles sanitation/streets.
Portal
Online Application Portal — track status, upload documents, pay by credit/debit card
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Right-of-Way Permit**. **Heavy lake-effect snow Dec-March** (Syracuse averages ~123 inches/year — most snow of major US metros). Onondaga County. NY EERRA bans (electronics).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lake-effect snow severely impacts winter operations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against syr.gov/Departments/Central-Permit-Office/Permits/Right-of-Way-Permits.
91
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Augusta Planning & Development Department (535 Telfair Street, Suite 300, Augusta GA 30901, 706-821-1796) and/or Augusta Engineering Department
Portal
augustaga.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Permit application requires **site plan + proof of liability insurance**. Fees vary based on dumpster size and duration. Augusta-Richmond County consolidated government. Augusta Disposal & Recycling area haulers. Richmond County Landfill primary disposal. Masters Tournament April surge. Savannah River boundary with SC. Land Acquisition Encroachments process for ROW.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Cross-state metro (GA/SC).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against augustaga.gov/2593/Permit-Requirements + augustaga.gov/1112/Permit-Fees + dumpster.co/augusta-ga.
92
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-way permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Durham Department of Transportation (rowmgmt@durhamnc.gov). Land Development Office (LDO) portal. Durham County Code Ch 20 (Solid Waste) for unincorporated.
Portal
City permit portals
Processing
**City must review within 30 days OR permit is automatically issued** (NC State law)
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Right-of-Way Permit**. Per Durham Code Ch 62 (Streets and Sidewalks) + Ch 14 Fee Schedule (Sec 14-113 definitions). **Waste Disposal & Recycling Center** (2115 E Club Boulevard, 919-560-4611, M-F 7:30am-4pm, Sat 7:30am-noon). **Load with prohibited materials: DOUBLE the charge**. **Contaminated organic materials: $65/ton mixed solid waste**. Sign Permit per UDO Article 11. Outdoor Seating per Sec 54-110. Per NC GS Ch 160D Article 9 + 160A-296(a)(6). Research Triangle Park (Duke/UNC). Tobacco heritage. NC E-Waste Disposal Act bans.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Tech corridor projects common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against durhamnc.gov/4877/Right-of-Way-Permits + durhamnc.gov/5470/Right-of-Way-Management + library.municode.com/nc/durham.
93
Permit
Residential rates: **$255.84/year per cart, $21.32…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
Residential rates: **$255.84/year per cart, $21.32/month** for once-weekly disposal up to 95 gallons / 160 lbs (verbatim Code)
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Harrisburg Department of Public Works – Director DPW (1820 Paxton Street, 717-412-4320)
Portal
harrisburgpa.gov permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
**City offers DPW direct rental dumpsters in 20/30/40 yard sizes**. **Maximum rental period: 10 calendar days** unless extended in writing by Director DPW. Per Harrisburg Code: permits required for occupancy of any street or ROW by a dumpster or other container. **Disposal at Susquehanna Resource Management Complex** (formerly Harrisburg Incinerator) owned by **Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority (LCSWMA)** per Dauphin County Solid Waste Plan + PA DEP regulations. Sanitation Office handles 20K+ households. RFID/GPS tracking via Recycle Coach App. Glass separated (10 drop-off sites). State capital — PA Capitol downtown. Heavy snow season.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Three Mile Island area (decommissioned) special handling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against ecode360 Harrisburg Municipal Waste Code + harrisburgpa.gov/services/public_works/trash_recycling.
94
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Jackson Department of Public Works – Solid Waste Division
Portal
jacksonms.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Right-of-Way Permit**. Per Jackson Code Ch 106 (Solid Waste) + Ch 110 (Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places). **Litter law**: §106 — accidentally dropped objects on street/sidewalk/ROW must be immediately removed. License plate registration = prima facie evidence of littering. **City offers Roll-Off Dumpster Day events** for residents (e.g., Mar 14, 2026 at Old Norwood Shopping Center + Old KJ's parking lot) — household furniture/small appliances/accessories accepted. **Three Rivers Solid Waste Authority + Hinds County facilities** primary disposal. **Mississippi DEQ landfill bans** apply (hazardous waste, liquids, certain electronics). State capital — Mississippi Capitol downtown. Tornado season Apr-Jun.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Historic neighborhoods (Belhaven, Fondren).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Mississippi bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. MDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against jacksonms.gov/solid-waste-division + library.municode.com/ms/jackson Code Ch 106 + Ch 110.
95
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Street Use Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Spokane Public Works (separate from Spokane Valley). Spokane Valley uses City Hall (10210 E Sprague Avenue) per SVMC 22.130.100. Spokane County Public Works for unincorporated.
Portal
my.spokanecity.org permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
ROW Permit per **Spokane Valley Municipal Code (SVMC) 22.130.100**. **Traffic Control Plan (TCP) required for closure of >50% street width** or any work on arterial. Pre-approved WSDOT TCPs available. Spokane County: **$500 fine for working in ROW without permit**. WSDOT permits separate for state highways. City of Spokane Solid Waste: $135.63/ton at Transfer Stations. Call 800-424-5555 (one-call) 2 business days before digging. Historic district considerations. Inland NW.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
ID border affects cross-state projects.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against spokanevalleywa.gov/251/Right-of-Way-Permits + spokanecounty.gov/56883/SCPW-ROW-Permit-Application + my.spokanecity.org/publicworks.
96
Permit
**$50-$75 per week** typical (industry)
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**$50-$75 per week** typical (industry)
Max days
Variable
Authority
Toledo Department of Public Service – Transportation Division
Portal
toledo.oh.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Right-of-Way Opening Permit**. Site plans + proof of insurance + project details required. Per Toledo Municipal Code Ch 1713 (Construction and Demolition Debris) + Ohio R.C. Ch 3734 (Solid Waste Disposal). Industrial heritage city. Lake Erie shipping hub. **Heavy lake-effect snow Dec-March**. Glass City heritage.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common; potential lead paint.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against cdn.toledo.oh.gov/uploads/documents/Public-Service/Transportation + myshyft.com Toledo guide + klummbros.com.
97
Permit
**Temporary Use of ROW Permit: $110 non-refundable…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**Temporary Use of ROW Permit: $110 non-refundable application fee** (verbatim). **Work Zone Permit: NO COST** (but $100 fee if CDOT creates the Traffic Control Plan).
Max days
Variable
Authority
Chattanooga Department of Transportation (CDOT) – email web.pw.transportation@chattanooga.gov
Portal
chattanooga.gov permit portal
Processing
≥2 weeks notice required for permits requiring Traffic Control Plans
Special rules
Two permit types: (1) **Temporary Use of ROW Permit** ($110 application fee) per Chattanooga Code Ch 32 §32-44; (2) **Work Zone Permit** for blocking street/sidewalk for work or dumpster placement. Property owner consent of all adjacent properties along entire ROW length required. Permit revocable on conflict of interest or 30 days notice from City. Birchwood Landfill primary disposal. Hamilton County. Riverfront redevelopment area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Lookout Mountain area has separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against chattanooga.gov/pay-and-apply/permits-applications/work-zone-permit + chattanooga.gov/government/public-works/regulations-and-policies/temporary-use-of-the-right-of-way.
98
Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Scranton DPW / Wilkes-Barre DPW
Portal
City permit portals
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Historic anthracite coal heritage districts. Heavy snow Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Coal region heritage; PA CDRA bans electronics.
99
Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lancaster Public Works
Portal
cityoflancasterpa.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Historic district extensive (one of oldest US cities). Amish/Mennonite area considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
One of oldest US cities; extensive historic preservation.
100
Permit
**$100 application fee** for Temporary Closure Per…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**$100 application fee** for Temporary Closure Permit (verbatim, effective July 1, 2022). Permit fees based on duration.
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Asheville Transportation Department (828-259-5476, dkeitt@ashevillenc.gov). Development Services Department (161 S Charlotte St, 828-259-5946) for Encroachment Permits.
Portal
ashevillenc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Temporary Street and Sidewalk Closure Permit**. Required for dumpsters in downtown on-street parking spaces or ANY street within city limits. Application requires: Traffic Control Plan + sketch of areas to be closed. Per Asheville Code Ch 16 (Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places). Buncombe County Landfill (81/85 Panther Branch Rd, Alexander) primary disposal. Household Hazardous Waste appointments required. **Hurricane Helene (Sept 2024) recovery operations ongoing**. Mountain/Blue Ridge terrain.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Mountain terrain affects access. Tourist district restrictions.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against ashevillenc.gov/department/transportation/temporary-street-closures.
101
Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Fayetteville Engineering
Portal
fayetteville-ar.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
U of Arkansas campus area rules. Walmart corporate headquarters area (Bentonville). Fast-growing metro.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in Bentonville/Rogers/Bella Vista.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arkansas bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), TVs/computer monitors (E-Waste Recycling Act). Reg. 22.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Walmart/Tyson/JB Hunt corporate presence. Razorback football affects availability.
102
Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Pensacola Public Works / Escambia County
Portal
cityofpensacola.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep (June-Nov). NAS Pensacola area rules. Historic district considerations (Seville, North Hill).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Beach community rules apply along coastal areas.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Hurricane Ivan (2004), Sally (2020) recovery patterns. Naval aviation presence.
103
Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Springfield Public Works – Traffic Engineering (eCity application/payment site) (417-864-1980)
Portal
springfieldmo.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
**City does NOT allow dumpsters in public ROW** EXCEPT in Business Districts (Downtown, Commercial Street). Property owner must first try private parking lots. **Large Projects fee: $241 per 7-day period** for reduced traffic lanes/sidewalk closures (collector+ streets, multi-week multi-block). **City of Springfield must be named as additional insured** (sovereign immunity limits per Section 537.610 RSMo). **$10,000 excavation bond** required + business license + Traffic control plans + plans/drawings of work. Type 3 barricades for travel lane blocks. Sidewalk closed signs minimum required.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Bass Pro Shops corporate area.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Missouri bans: Yard waste (1992), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon removed). NO statewide e-waste ban. RSMo Ch 260.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against springfieldmo.gov/5045/Permits.
104
Permit
**$100 application fee** for Temporary Closure Per…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**$100 application fee** for Temporary Closure Permit (verbatim, effective July 1, 2022). Permit fees based on duration.
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Asheville Transportation Department (828-259-5476, dkeitt@ashevillenc.gov). Development Services Department (161 S Charlotte St, 828-259-5946) for Encroachment Permits.
Portal
ashevillenc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Temporary Street and Sidewalk Closure Permit**. Required for dumpsters in downtown on-street parking spaces or ANY street within city limits. Application requires: Traffic Control Plan + sketch of areas to be closed. Per Asheville Code Ch 16 (Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places). Buncombe County Landfill (81/85 Panther Branch Rd, Alexander) primary disposal. Household Hazardous Waste appointments required. **Hurricane Helene (Sept 2024) recovery operations ongoing**. Mountain/Blue Ridge terrain.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Mountain access challenges. Tourist district restrictions.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against ashevillenc.gov/department/transportation/temporary-street-closures.
105
Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Visalia Public Works Department (315 E. Acequia Ave., Visalia CA 93291, 559-713-4428). Solid Waste Division (559-713-4499). Tulare County for unincorporated.
Portal
visalia.city permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Encroachment Permit**. Per Visalia Municipal Code Ch 8.28 (Solid Waste Collection and Disposal). City provides one garbage + one recyclables + one yard waste can per residence at **$23.85/month**. **Visalia Landfill (8614 Avenue 328, M-F 6am-4pm, Sat 8am-4pm)** primary disposal — Tulare County operated. **First 4 passenger tires free**, $5/each next 5; first 2 appliances free; mattresses no fee (up to 10 units). **Refuse: $35/ton (covered load) + $10 surcharge if uncovered**. **Tulare County separate Encroachment Permit** for unincorporated. Mr. Junk Removals operates per City Ordinance 828.090 (licensed franchise hauler). Central Valley agriculture. Heat protocols May-September. Sequoia/Kings Canyon gateway. CA Universal Waste Rule. SB 1383 organics.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against visalia.city/depts/public_works + tularecounty.ca.gov/solid-waste/visalia-landfill + ecode360 Visalia Ch 8.28.
106
Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
York DPW / Hanover Borough
Portal
yorkcity.org or hanoverboroughpa.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Historic district considerations. Snow planning Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Manufacturing legacy.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Harley-Davidson manufacturing presence. PA CDRA bans electronics.
107
Permit
Per Reno Municipal Code 6.11; contractor must be l…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Dumpster and Storage Container Encroachment Permit)
Cost
Per Reno Municipal Code 6.11; contractor must be licensed/bonded/insured
Max days
Variable; events require removal 1 day prior
Authority
Reno Public Works
Portal
reno.gov / PWpermits@reno.gov / 775-334-2548
Processing
3 business days for small projects, 3-5 weeks for large
Special rules
ONLY licensed/bonded/insured contractors can apply (not residents). Retro-reflective cones required around street-side perimeter. Lockable lid required for downtown placement. Must remove dumpster 1 day before any city-hosted event.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Tahoe basin areas (south of metro) have separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Nevada bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, scrap tires regulated. NDEP. NO e-waste ban. Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Contractor-only permit application unusual. Tesla Gigafactory drives industrial demand.
108
Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lansing Department of Public Works/Public Service (1215 E Michigan Ave, Lansing MI 48912, 517-329-1234)
Portal
lansingmi.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Right-of-Way Permit**. Residential limit 7-14 days typical. Distance rules: **30 feet minimum from intersections, 15 feet minimum from fire hydrants**. **Reflective markings required**. East Lansing separate fee **$75** for ROW dumpster placement (same-day approval up to 24 hours). Per Lansing Code Title 6 Other Public Service Codes Ch 1064. State capital — Michigan State Capitol downtown. Michigan State University in East Lansing. Heavy snow Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No (city limits); East Lansing requires approval for any roadside container
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Auto industry waste streams. East Lansing more restrictive than Lansing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against lansingmi.gov/477/Permits + lansingmi.gov/588/Licensing-Permits.
109
Permit
$50-$100 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government
Portal
lexingtonky.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Historic district considerations. UK campus area. Horse farm/agricultural waste rules.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Horse industry generates specialized waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Kentucky bans: Lead-acid batteries (state law), used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Coal combustion residuals & mining waste have separate rules. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Horse capital of the world; KY Derby (Louisville) affects regional demand.
110
Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Killeen Public Works
Portal
killeentexas.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Fort Cavazos (formerly Fort Hood) area rules. Heat protocols May-September.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing community rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Fort Cavazos = largest US Army base; military relocations drive demand.
111
Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Fort Wayne Right-of-Way Department
Portal
cityoffortwayne.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Historic district considerations. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Manufacturing presence (defense, automotive).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Indiana bans: Video display devices (E-Cycle program: TVs, computers, monitors banned 1/1/2011 for households + small businesses), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Largest IN city after Indianapolis. Manufacturing waste streams.
112
Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Mobile Public Services
Portal
cityofmobile.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep (June-Nov). Historic district considerations (Oakleigh, De Tonti Square). Port of Mobile industrial.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Mardi Gras parade routes (Mobile invented Mardi Gras in US).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Hurricane season; original US Mardi Gras.
113
Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Reading DPW
Portal
readingpa.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Historic district considerations. Manufacturing legacy may have soil concerns.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common; potential lead paint.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
PA CDRA bans electronics. Berks County/Pennsylvania Dutch country.
114
Permit
$50-$150 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Salem Public Works
Portal
cityofsalem.net permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Mandatory recycling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oregon bans: Yard debris (Metro region), electronics (OR E-Cycles program: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, since 2010), whole tires, used oil, lead-acid batteries, white goods (Freon), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All OR-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Variable
State Capital. Strong recycling mandate.
115
Permit
$25-$75 typical
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Huntsville Public Works
Portal
huntsvilleal.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Redstone Arsenal/NASA Marshall area rules. Fast-growing tech corridor.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in fast-growing suburbs (Madison).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Rocket City. NASA/aerospace presence. Fast-growing.
116
Permit
**$25 Encumbrance Permit fee** (verbatim from city…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**$25 Encumbrance Permit fee** (verbatim from city)
Max days
Variable
Authority
Manchester Department of Public Works (Highway Division – Engineering and Streets Operations)
Portal
manchesternh.gov / nashuanh.gov
Processing
**3 business days**
Special rules
Specific permit name: **Encumbrance Permit**. Application requires sketch of how traffic on sidewalk/road will be blocked. **MUST notify police, fire department, AND Manchester Transit Authority if dumpster placement is along a bus route**. Insurance + bonding requirements. Pipe Layer Certification for sewer work. Per City of Manchester Code (Streets/Sidewalks/Highway Division). Solid Waste & Environmental Programming (SWEP) handles ~25K properties. Drop Off Facility for residents. Cold winters Dec-March. Heavy snow operations on 650+ miles streets/sidewalks.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Mill conversion projects common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New Hampshire bans: Lead-acid batteries, oil, tires regulated. RSA 149-M. Mercury products restrictions. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against manchesternh.gov/Departments/Highway/Permits-and-Records + dumpster.co manchester guide.
117
Permit
Annual contractor license: **$125 application fee…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
Annual contractor license: **$125 application fee + $10,000 permit bond + 3 written references + state Hoisting Equipment license**. Annual renewal $100. Permit fees per project additional.
Max days
Variable
Authority
Springfield Department of Public Works (70 Tapley Street, Springfield MA 01104, 413-787-6210). Director of Public Works issues all permits. Building Department (36 Court Street, 413-787-6031) for building work.
Portal
springfield-ma.gov permit portal
Processing
**72 hours** for permit processing
Special rules
Per **Springfield Code Article III + 520 CMR 14.00**. Annual contractor licensing required: original $10K bond (not faxed copy) + liability insurance + 3 references on municipal letterhead + state Hoisting license + OSHA Competent Excavation Person self-cert. **3-year excavation moratorium after paving**. Permittee required to indemnify city. City trash fee $90/container/year for residents. MA waste bans extensive (MassDEP). Heavy snow.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
MA broad waste bans (310 CMR 19.017): Mattresses (Nov 2022), textiles (Nov 2022), food waste >0.5 ton/wk, lead-acid batteries, CRTs, whole tires, white goods, paper/cardboard/glass/metal/plastic, yard waste, asphalt/brick/concrete, treated/untreated wood, clean gypsum.
Common prohibited
All MA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Up to $1,000/day per MA
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against springfield-ma.gov/dpw/permits + ecode360 Springfield Article III §300-x.
118
Permit
**Basic minimum ROW Permit fee = $135** + applicab…
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Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**Basic minimum ROW Permit fee = $135** + applicable lane closure fee. Monthly rental: $0.75/sq ft/month (improved public place); $0.50/sq ft/month (outside improved). Sidewalk Encroachment Permit annual: $105.
Max days
Variable; winter restrictions apply
Authority
Anchorage Right-of-Way Permit Section (4700 Elmore Road, MOAROWrequests@muni.org). MOA Traffic Department (907-343-8413) for Traffic Control Plans. Alaska DOT&PF Central Region (907-269-0700) for state highways.
Portal
anchorageak.gov permit portal
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Per Anchorage Municipal Code Title 24 (Streets & Rights-of-Way) + Ch 26.80 (Solid Waste). **Locates required (811AK.com) 2-15 business days before excavation**. **Insurance: $300,000 Compensation/General Liability** required. Full road closures/Arterial/Collector partials require Traffic Control Plan. Disposal at Anchorage Regional Landfill — outside-municipality fees doubled. Hazardous waste & CFC/HCFC equipment NOT accepted. Permits expire Dec 31. Encroachment Permit application fee $120 non-refundable. Extreme cold/winter season Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Wildlife (bear) considerations – container locks recommended.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alaska bans: Federal RCRA-based (no specific state bans). 18 AAC 60. Class III rural landfills exempted (LDPFA 1996). Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs. Special handling for cold-weather items.
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against muni.org/departments/ocpd/development-services/permits-inspections/pages/right-of-way.aspx.
119
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Trenton DPW / Princeton Engineering
Portal
trentonnj.org / princetonnj.gov
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. Historic district reviews. Princeton University area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
NJ has comprehensive recycling mandates.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New Jersey bans: Yard waste, leaves, lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, whole tires, white goods, electronics (NJ Electronic Waste Mgmt Act 2008: TVs, computers, monitors, laptops). NJSA 13:1E.
Common prohibited
All NJ-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
State Capital + Princeton. NJ has strong recycling mandate.
120
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Davenport Public Works / Moline / Rock Island
Portal
davenportiowa.com or city portals
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Quad Cities cross-state metro (IA/IL). Mississippi River flooding considerations. Each city has separate permits.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
John Deere manufacturing presence.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Iowa bans: Yard waste (1991), lead-acid batteries (1990), used oil (no landfill acceptance), waste tires regulated. Iowa Code §455D. NO statewide e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cross-state metro (IA/IL). John Deere headquarters.
121
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Modesto Public Works
Portal
modestogov.com permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Central Valley agricultural rules. Heat protocols May-September.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
CA Universal Waste Rule. Wine/almond/dairy region.
122
Permit
$25-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Spartanburg Public Works
Portal
cityofspartanburg.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
BMW manufacturing waste streams. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Manufacturing/industrial corridor.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Carolina bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated, white goods regulated. NO statewide e-waste ban. SCDHEC.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
BMW US plant; manufacturing demand. Connected to Greenville metro.
123
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lincoln Transportation & Utilities
Portal
lincoln.ne.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. UNL campus area. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Husker football (Sept-Nov) creates downtown demand.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Nebraska bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban. NDEE.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
State Capital + Cornhuskers football.
124
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Beaumont Public Works
Portal
beaumonttexas.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep (June-Nov). Petrochemical industrial corridor.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Industrial waste streams require specialized handling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Petrochemical heart of Texas. Hurricane season impacts.
125
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Brownsville Public Works
Portal
cob.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Border region. SpaceX Starbase area. Hurricane season prep.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Bilingual operations standard.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Border city; SpaceX Starbase drives demand spikes.
126
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Shreveport DPW / Bossier City
Portal
shreveportla.gov / bossiercity.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cross-state proximity (LA/TX/AR). Barksdale AFB area rules.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Casino/entertainment district has separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cross-state location near TX/AR. Air Force base + casinos.
127
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Roanoke DPW
Portal
roanokeva.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Historic district considerations. Mountain terrain restrictions.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Blue Ridge Parkway tourism affects access.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (must be recycled), used oil banned, tires regulated. VA Computer Recovery and Recycling Act. White goods regulated.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Star City of the South. Mountain/railroad heritage.
128
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Youngstown DPW / Warren DPW
Portal
youngstownohio.gov / warren.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Historic district considerations. Steel industry legacy may have soil concerns.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Mahoning Valley/Steel Belt heritage.
129
Permit
**Roll-off containers: $120/pickup + $3/day rental…
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
**Roll-off containers: $120/pickup + $3/day rental + $40/ton disposal** + applicable state/federal fees (effective Oct 1, 2024, verbatim City Code §22.06)
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Lubbock Solid Waste Department / Sanitation Superintendent. Lubbock County Public Works (916 Main Street, Suite 1220) for unincorporated.
Portal
ci.lubbock.tx.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Per Lubbock City Code §22.06 ARTICLE Solid Waste Division 5. **$50 deposit** required before billing service approved. Per §22.06.014 (Transportation of garbage prohibits loss/discharge in streets/alleys). 24-hour rule for waste accumulation in alleys. Pickup frequency: ≥1x/wk Oct-Feb, ≥2x/wk Mar-Sep. TCEQ TXR 150000 Stormwater Construction Permit for ≥1 acre disturbance. Texas Tech University. High wind events (Llano Estacado).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERBATIM VERIFIED Apr 2026 against ecode360 Lubbock §22.06 + lubbockcounty.gov/department.
130
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
180 days max in 12-month period
Authority
Fort Collins Engineering
Portal
fcgov.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
CSU campus area. Mountain weather. Wildfire debris handling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in Loveland/Windsor.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Colorado bans: Lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed). Limited bans compared to other Western states.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
CSU town. Brewing industry presence.
131
Permit
$50-$200 typical (higher in casino/boardwalk)
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$200 typical (higher in casino/boardwalk)
Max days
Variable
Authority
Atlantic City DPW
Portal
acnj.gov permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Casino/boardwalk area heavy restrictions. Beach zone rules. Hurricane season prep.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Tourist district restrictions during peak season.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New Jersey bans: Yard waste, leaves, lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, whole tires, white goods, electronics (NJ Electronic Waste Mgmt Act 2008: TVs, computers, monitors, laptops). NJSA 13:1E.
Common prohibited
All NJ-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Casino/tourism economy. NJ has strong recycling mandate.
132
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Tallahassee Growth Management
Portal
talgov.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. FSU/FAMU campus areas. Live oak canopy heights (14-ft minimum truck clearance).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Live oak canopy considerations limit truck access on canopy roads.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
FL State Capital. Notable canopy roads with low clearance.
133
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Wilmington Public Services
Portal
wilmingtonnc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. Historic district considerations. Film industry presence (Wilmywood).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Beach communities (Wrightsville, Carolina, Kure).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Port city; hurricane prep critical.
134
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Visalia / Porterville Public Works
Portal
visalia.city / ci.porterville.ca.us
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Central Valley agricultural rules. Heat protocols May-September. Sequoia/Kings Canyon gateway.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Near Sequoia/Kings Canyon. CA Universal Waste Rule.
135
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Salinas Public Works
Portal
cityofsalinas.org permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Agricultural waste rules (Salad Bowl of the World). Coastal Commission jurisdiction in some areas.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
CA Universal Waste Rule. Major agricultural region.
136
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Tallahassee Growth Management
Portal
talgov.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol area. FSU/FAMU campus. Live oak canopy heights.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Live oak canopy: 14-ft minimum clearance for trucks.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Florida State Capital. Notable canopy roads.
137
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Collier County / Naples public works
Portal
naplesgov.com or colliergov.net
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season requires 48-hour pre-storm removal. Beach restrictions strict. Heavy snowbird population (Oct-April).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Strong HOAs in gated communities (Pelican Bay, Audubon, Mediterra).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Wealthy retirement/snowbird metro. Hurricane Ian (2022) recovery.
138
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Port St. Lucie Public Works
Portal
cityofpsl.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. Many gated communities. Rapid growth driving permit volume.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Strong HOAs throughout St. Lucie County.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Treasure Coast; fast-growing FL retirement metro.
139
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lafayette Consolidated Government – Public Works – Right of Way Division (lafayettela.gov/public-works/right-of-way-division)
Portal
lafayettela.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
**Application requires location, size, duration + proof of liability insurance**. **City-parish consolidated government** structure (unique LA model). Per Lafayette City-Parish Code Ch 74 (Solid Waste). Louisiana RS 30:2531 (Litter Law). Acadiana region. Hurricane season prep critical (Gulf Coast).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Oilfield waste handled separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against lafayettela.gov + library.municode.com/la/lafayette_city-parish_consolidated_government.
140
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Springfield Public Works
Portal
springfield.il.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. Lincoln historic sites considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
IL State Capital. Lincoln heritage.
141
Permit
$25-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
City of Hickory Permit Center (Julian G. Whitener Municipal Building 2nd floor, 828-323-7410). Public Services (828-323-7500) for dumpster service/commercial recycling. Catawba County Building Services (828-465-8399) for Building Code.
Portal
**Shared ePermits system** at epermits.catawbacountync.gov — used jointly by Catawba County + Catawba, Claremont, Conover, Hickory, Long View, Maiden, and Newton
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
**Catawba County enforces NC State Building Code within Hickory's jurisdiction**. Per Hickory Code Ch 13 (Garbage, Refuse and Weeds). City of Hickory provides commercial dumpster service in city limits. ABC Permit holders get glass collection service. NC E-Waste Disposal Act bans. Furniture industry heritage.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Furniture/textile industrial waste.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VERIFIED Apr 2026 against hickorync.gov/permit-center + library.municode.com/nc/hickory.
142
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Hagerstown DPW
Portal
hagerstownmd.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cross-state metro (MD/WV/PA). Civil War heritage districts.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Antietam National Battlefield area considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Maryland bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires, used motor oil, yard waste at MSW landfills, e-waste (MD Statewide Computer Recycling Program — manufacturer takeback). MDE.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cross-state metro. Civil War heritage.
143
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Erie DPW
Portal
cityof.erie.pa.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Lake Erie shoreline restrictions. Heavy lake-effect snow Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Heavy lake-effect snow. PA CDRA bans electronics.
144
Permit
$50-$200 typical (Historic District = higher)
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$200 typical (Historic District = higher)
Max days
Variable
Authority
Savannah DPW + Historic District Board of Review
Portal
savannahga.gov permit portal
Processing
5-10 business days (longer in Historic District)
Special rules
National Historic Landmark District = strict review required. Hurricane season prep. Hyundai Metaplant America driving demand.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
22 historic squares require careful placement.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable; higher in Historic District
National Historic Landmark District. Hurricane prep critical.
145
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Gulfport / Biloxi DPW
Portal
gulfport-ms.gov / biloxi.ms.us
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep critical (Katrina recovery legacy). Casino/beach restrictions. Keesler AFB rules.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Coastal flood zone considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Mississippi bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. MDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Hurricane Katrina legacy. Casino industry.
146
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
180 days max in 12-month period
Authority
Greeley Public Works
Portal
greeleygov.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Agricultural waste rules. Oil/gas industry presence. UNC campus area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Colorado bans: Lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed). Limited bans compared to other Western states.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cattle/agriculture region. Oil/gas presence in Weld County.
147
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Street Use Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Olympia Public Works
Portal
olympiawa.gov permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. WA state recycling mandates apply. Mandatory waste diversion for projects >$75K.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Capitol Campus historic preservation.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All WA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$250 civil penalties for missing Waste Diversion Reports
WA State Capital. Strong recycling mandate.
148
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Montgomery Public Works
Portal
montgomeryal.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. Maxwell AFB area. Civil rights heritage districts.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Hyundai/automotive manufacturing presence.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
AL State Capital. Civil rights heritage. Hyundai plant.
149
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Ann Arbor Engineering
Portal
a2gov.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
U of Michigan campus area. Historic district considerations. Strong recycling mandate.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Move-in/out spikes (May/August). Football Saturdays affect downtown.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
U of Michigan; football crowds 100K+ on game days.
150
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Tyler Public Works
Portal
cityoftyler.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
East Texas/piney woods region. Tornado season prep. Rose Capital of America.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Oil industry waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Rose Capital. East TX oil/agriculture.
151
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Eugene Public Works
Portal
eugene-or.gov permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
U of Oregon campus area. Strong recycling mandate (OR Bottle Bill). Mandatory waste diversion.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Forest products industry waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oregon bans: Yard debris (Metro region), electronics (OR E-Cycles program: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, since 2010), whole tires, used oil, lead-acid batteries, white goods (Freon), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All OR-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Variable
U of Oregon. OR has strongest recycling mandate after CA/MA.
152
Permit
$25-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Fayetteville Public Services
Portal
fayettevillenc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg) area rules. Hurricane season prep. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing community rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Fort Liberty (largest US Army base by population). NC comprehensive bans.
153
Permit
$75-$200 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$75-$200 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Santa Rosa Transportation & Public Works
Portal
srcity.org permit portal
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Wildfire debris (Tubbs 2017, Kincade 2019, Glass 2020) requires Certified Asbestos Consultant. Wine country tourist restrictions. Coastal Commission jurisdiction.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Wildfire-affected properties have specialized debris handling protocols.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Sonoma County wine country. Recurring wildfire recovery operations.
154
Permit
$50-$200 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$200 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Waterbury / Shelton DPW
Portal
waterburyct.org / cityofshelton.org
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
CT mandatory recycling state. Historic mill district considerations. Each city has separate process.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common; potential lead paint.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Connecticut bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, scrap metals, white goods, electronics (e-waste 2009), bottles/cans/glass/cardboard mandatory recycling, mercury thermostats, fluorescent lamps, mattresses (EPR).
Common prohibited
All CT-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Brass City heritage; older housing. CT has comprehensive bans.
155
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Vallejo Public Works
Portal
cityofvallejo.net permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Mare Island (former naval shipyard) brownfield areas. SF Bay Area waste rules.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Brownfield remediation specialty.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Former naval shipyard; brownfield considerations.
156
Permit
$75-$250 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$75-$250 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
New Haven Engineering
Portal
newhavenct.gov permit portal
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Yale University area rules. Historic district extensive (Wooster Square, East Rock). CT mandatory recycling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Yale move-in/out spikes (May/August).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Connecticut bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, scrap metals, white goods, electronics (e-waste 2009), bottles/cans/glass/cardboard mandatory recycling, mercury thermostats, fluorescent lamps, mattresses (EPR).
Common prohibited
All CT-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
Yale University. CT has comprehensive bans.
157
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Portland DPW
Portal
portlandmaine.gov permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-March. Old Port historic district. Coastal restrictions. ME Pay-as-You-Throw mandate.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Many municipalities require waste sorting.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Maine bans: Yard waste, white goods, batteries (all types), used oil, whole tires, electronics (e-waste since 2004 — first state after CA), mercury devices, fluorescent bulbs. 38 MRSA + Universal Waste Rule.
Common prohibited
All ME-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
ME has strong recycling mandate. Snowiest state metro.
158
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Corpus Christi Engineering
Portal
cctexas.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep critical. Petrochemical industrial corridor. NAS Corpus Christi rules.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Refinery/petrochemical waste handled separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Gulf Coast petrochemical hub. Hurricane prep critical.
159
Permit
$100-$250 typical (Santa Barbara higher)
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$100-$250 typical (Santa Barbara higher)
Max days
Variable
Authority
Santa Barbara Public Works / Santa Maria
Portal
santabarbaraca.gov / cityofsantamaria.org
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Strict Coastal Commission jurisdiction. Architectural review boards in Santa Barbara. Wine country/agricultural waste.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Architectural review extends to dumpster placement in some zones.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable; higher in architectural review zones
American Riviera; very strict architectural review.
160
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Marion County / Ocala Public Works
Portal
ocalafl.org or marioncountyfl.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. Horse country (World Equestrian Center). Fastest-growing US metro 2025.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Horse farm waste regulated separately. The Villages overflow to north.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Fastest-growing US metro by % in 2025 (3.4%). World Equestrian Center.
161
Permit
$50-$200 typical (peak season higher)
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$200 typical (peak season higher)
Max days
Variable; tighter restrictions May-Sept
Authority
Myrtle Beach / Horry County
Portal
cityofmyrtlebeach.com / horrycounty.org
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. Beach restrictions. Tourist district restrictions during peak (May-Sept). Bike Week (May).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Strong HOAs in golf/resort communities.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Carolina bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated, white goods regulated. NO statewide e-waste ban. SCDHEC.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
One of fastest-growing metros (17.8% growth 2020-2024). Tourism-driven.
162
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Flint DPW
Portal
cityofflint.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Lead pipe remediation ongoing. Demolition activity high. Auto industry legacy.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris common in older housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Lead pipe remediation ongoing. Heavy demolition activity.
163
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Canton DPW / Massillon
Portal
cantonohio.gov / massillonohio.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Pro Football Hall of Fame area. Steel industry legacy. Older housing common.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris in older housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Pro Football HOF; steel industry legacy.
164
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Huntington / Ashland public works
Portal
cityofhuntington.com / cityofashland.com
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Tri-state metro (WV/KY/OH). Ohio River flooding considerations. Marshall University area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Coal industry legacy areas.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
West Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (W.Va. Code §22-15A-18), whole tires banned, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Tri-state metro (WV/KY/OH). Coal industry legacy.
165
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Peoria Public Works
Portal
peoriagov.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Caterpillar manufacturing area. Illinois River considerations. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Heavy industrial waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All IL-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Caterpillar HQ heritage. River city.
166
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Gainesville DPW
Portal
gainesvillefl.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
U of Florida campus. Hurricane season prep. Move-in/out spikes (May/August).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Football Saturdays affect availability (Sept-Nov).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
U of Florida; college town demand patterns.
167
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Clarksville Street Department
Portal
cityofclarksville.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Fort Campbell (KY/TN border) area rules. Cumberland River considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Fort Campbell military presence. Fast-growing.
168
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Rockford Public Works
Portal
rockfordil.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Manufacturing legacy. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All IL-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Aerospace manufacturing presence. Forest City heritage.
169
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Green Bay DPW
Portal
greenbaywi.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Lambeau Field game days. Cold weather Dec-Feb. Paper industry waste streams.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
WI mandatory recycling (E-Cycle WI for electronics).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wisconsin bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon), electronics (E-Cycle WI – Act 50 of 2009), aluminum/glass/plastic containers/cardboard mandatory recycling.
Common prohibited
All WI-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Packers/Lambeau Field. Paper industry waste.
170
Permit
$75-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way permit)
Cost
$75-$150 typical
Max days
180 days max in 12-month period
Authority
Boulder Transportation
Portal
bouldercolorado.gov permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Strict zero-waste mandate. CU Boulder campus area. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No (city limits); building permits may include disposal requirements
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Universal Zero Waste Ordinance: residents must recycle/compost. Construction projects must divert 65%+.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Colorado bans: Lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed). Limited bans compared to other Western states.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, mixed waste (must sort)
Max fine
Variable; civil penalties for non-compliance
Universal Zero Waste Ordinance (one of strictest in US). 65%+ C&D diversion required.
171
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
South Bend Public Works / Mishawaka
Portal
southbendin.gov / mishawaka.in.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Notre Dame area rules. Cross-state proximity to MI. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Notre Dame football (Sept-Nov) creates demand spikes.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Indiana bans: Video display devices (E-Cycle program: TVs, computers, monitors banned 1/1/2011 for households + small businesses), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Notre Dame; cross-state IN/MI metro.
172
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Columbus Consolidated Government
Portal
columbusga.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) area rules. Cross-state metro (GA/AL).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Fort Moore military presence. Cross-state metro (GA/AL).
173
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Kennewick / Richland public works
Portal
go2kennewick.com / ci.richland.wa.us
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hanford nuclear cleanup region — specialized hazardous handling. WA state recycling mandates.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Wine country agricultural waste.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All WA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Tri-Cities; Hanford nuclear cleanup region.
174
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Kingsport / Bristol public works
Portal
kingsporttn.gov / bristoltn.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cross-state metro (TN/VA). Bristol Motor Speedway events. Eastman Chemical industrial.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Industrial waste streams from Eastman Chemical.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cross-state metro. Bristol Motor Speedway. Eastman Chemical.
175
Permit
$25-$100 typical (peak season higher)
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$100 typical (peak season higher)
Max days
Variable
Authority
Okaloosa County / city public works
Portal
myokaloosa.com or city portals
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season. Eglin AFB area. Beach restrictions strict (white sand). Tourism peak season.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Beach community HOAs strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Emerald Coast; Eglin AFB. Beach tourism.
176
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Sioux Falls Public Works
Portal
siouxfalls.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cold weather Dec-Feb. Fast-growing metro. Cross-state proximity to MN/IA.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Banking/financial industry corporate campuses.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Dakota bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated. SDDANR. NO e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Largest SD city. Banking/finance hub. Fast-growing.
177
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Waco Public Works
Portal
waco-texas.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Baylor University area. Tornado season prep (April-May). Magnolia/Fixer Upper tourism.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Heat protocols May-September.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Baylor; Magnolia/Chip & Joanna Gaines tourism.
178
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Merced Public Works
Portal
cityofmerced.org permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Central Valley agricultural rules. UC Merced campus area. Heat protocols May-September.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
UC Merced (newest UC). Agricultural region.
179
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Longview Public Works
Portal
longviewtexas.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
East Texas oil/gas industry. Tornado season. Piney Woods region.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Oilfield waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
East Texas oil/gas; piney woods.
180
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Utica DPW / Rome
Portal
cityofutica.com / romenewyork.com
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-March. Historic district considerations. Adirondack proximity.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Heavy snow region. NY EERRA bans electronics.
181
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
College Station Public Works / Bryan
Portal
cstx.gov / bryantx.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Texas A&M campus area. Game day restrictions (Sept-Nov). Move-in/out spikes.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Heat protocols May-September.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Texas A&M; Aggie game days create demand spikes.
182
Permit
$50-$200 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$200 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
New London / Norwich public works
Portal
ci.new-london.ct.us / norwichct.org
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Naval Submarine Base New London restrictions. Mohegan Sun/Foxwoods area. CT mandatory recycling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Tribal lands (Mohegan, Mashantucket Pequot) have separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Connecticut bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, scrap metals, white goods, electronics (e-waste 2009), bottles/cans/glass/cardboard mandatory recycling, mercury thermostats, fluorescent lamps, mattresses (EPR).
Common prohibited
All CT-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
Submarine base; tribal casinos.
183
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Tuscaloosa Public Works
Portal
tuscaloosa.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
U of Alabama campus. Game day restrictions (Sept-Nov). Mercedes manufacturing.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Crimson Tide football affects availability heavily.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Alabama Crimson Tide football. Mercedes-Benz USI plant.
184
Permit
$75-$200 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$75-$200 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
San Luis Obispo Public Works
Portal
slocity.org permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Cal Poly area. Coastal Commission jurisdiction. Wine country (Paso Robles).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Diablo Canyon Power Plant area.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Cal Poly; Central Coast wine country.
185
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Duluth Public Works
Portal
duluthmn.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Nov-April. Historic district. Lake Superior shoreline restrictions. Cross-state (MN/WI).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Steep terrain considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Minnesota bans: Yard waste, mercury thermostats, electronics (MN Electronics Recycling Act 2007: computers, TVs, monitors, peripherals), lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, white goods, whole tires, fluorescent/HID lamps. Stat. 115A.
Common prohibited
All MN-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Lake Superior port. Heavy snow Nov-April.
186
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Street Use Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bremerton DPW / Kitsap County
Portal
bremertonwa.gov / kitsapgov.com
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Naval Base Kitsap restrictions. Ferry-dependent for some areas. WA recycling mandates.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Olympic Peninsula proximity.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All WA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Naval Base Kitsap; ferry-dependent.
187
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Cedar Rapids Public Works
Portal
cityofcr.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Flood zone considerations (2008 flooding legacy). Cold weather Dec-Feb. Manufacturing presence.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Flood-prone areas have special handling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Iowa bans: Yard waste (1991), lead-acid batteries (1990), used oil (no landfill acceptance), waste tires regulated. Iowa Code §455D. NO statewide e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
2008 flooding legacy still affecting some areas.
188
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
St. Tammany Parish / city public works
Portal
stpgov.org or city portals
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep (Katrina recovery legacy). Lake Pontchartrain considerations. New Orleans suburb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in suburban developments.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain. New Orleans bedroom community.
189
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Amarillo Public Works
Portal
amarillo.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
High wind/dust storms common. Tornado season prep. Cattle/agriculture region.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Texas Panhandle; cattle country. High winds frequent.
190
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Laredo Public Works
Portal
cityoflaredo.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Border port of entry (largest US-Mexico land port). Heat protocols May-September. Bilingual operations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Cross-border commerce considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Largest US-Mexico land port. Bilingual operations standard.
191
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Evansville DPW
Portal
evansvillegov.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Ohio River flooding considerations. Cross-state metro (IN/KY). Manufacturing presence.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Flood-prone areas along Ohio River.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Indiana bans: Video display devices (E-Cycle program: TVs, computers, monitors banned 1/1/2011 for households + small businesses), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Ohio River; cross-state metro (IN/KY).
192
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Fargo Engineering
Portal
fargond.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Nov-April. Spring flooding (Red River). Cross-state metro (ND/MN).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Flood mitigation projects ongoing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Dakota bans: Lead-acid batteries (cannot be in MSW), used oil banned, animal manure, scrap tires regulated. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cross-state metro (ND/MN). Red River flooding.
193
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lynchburg DPW
Portal
lynchburgva.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Liberty University area. Historic district considerations. Blue Ridge proximity.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Hilly terrain affects access.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (must be recycled), used oil banned, tires regulated. VA Computer Recovery and Recycling Act. White goods regulated.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Liberty University presence. Hill City.
194
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Kalamazoo Public Services
Portal
kalamazoocity.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Western Michigan U area. Pharmaceutical industry (Pfizer/Stryker). Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Pharmaceutical waste handled separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Pfizer/Stryker pharmaceutical presence. WMU.
195
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bend Public Works
Portal
bendoregon.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
High desert climate. Strong recycling mandate. Fast-growing metro. Wildfire debris handling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in resort developments.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oregon bans: Yard debris (Metro region), electronics (OR E-Cycles program: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, since 2010), whole tires, used oil, lead-acid batteries, white goods (Freon), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All OR-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Variable
Fastest-growing OR metro. Outdoor recreation hub.
196
Permit
$100-$250 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$100-$250 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Santa Cruz Public Works
Portal
cityofsantacruz.com permit portal
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Strict Coastal Commission jurisdiction. UCSC area. CZU Lightning Complex Fire (2020) recovery. Watsonville agricultural waste.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Strict zero-waste mandate.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
UCSC. Strict coastal/zero-waste mandates.
197
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Baldwin County / city public works
Portal
baldwincountyal.gov or city portals
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. Mobile Bay/Gulf coast restrictions. Fastest-growing AL metro.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Beach community HOAs strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay; Gulf Shores tourism. Fastest-growing AL metro.
198
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Yakima Streets & Traffic
Portal
yakimawa.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Agricultural waste rules (apple/wine country). WA recycling mandates.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Yakama Nation tribal lands have separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All WA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Apple/wine country. Yakama Nation reservation nearby.
199
Permit
$30-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$30-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Prescott / Prescott Valley public works
Portal
prescott-az.gov / pvaz.net
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
High elevation (5,400 ft). Wildfire debris handling. Historic downtown Whiskey Row.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in retirement communities.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arizona bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon must be removed), liquid hazardous waste. Universal Waste Rule. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Mile-high city. Retirement destination. Wildfire-prone.
200
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Appleton DPW
Portal
appleton.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cold weather Dec-Feb. Paper industry waste streams. Historic Old Third Ward.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
WI mandatory recycling (E-Cycle WI).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wisconsin bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon), electronics (E-Cycle WI – Act 50 of 2009), aluminum/glass/plastic containers/cardboard mandatory recycling.
Common prohibited
All WI-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Fox Valley; paper industry. Strong WI recycling mandate.
201
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Binghamton DPW
Portal
binghamton-ny.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-March. Historic district considerations. Binghamton University area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common; potential lead paint.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Southern Tier; IBM heritage.
202
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lake Charles Public Works
Portal
cityoflakecharles.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep (Laura/Delta 2020 recovery still active). Petrochemical industrial corridor.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Casino/gaming district has separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Hurricane Laura/Delta recovery. LNG export hub.
203
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Champaign / Urbana public works
Portal
champaignil.gov / urbanaillinois.us
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
U of Illinois campus area. Move-in/out spikes (May/Aug). Game day restrictions.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing has high turnover.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All IL-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
U of Illinois flagship. Big Ten game days.
204
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Macon-Bibb County Public Works
Portal
maconbibb.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Historic district considerations (downtown Macon). Robins AFB area. Cherry Blossom Festival (March).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Mercer University area.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Robins AFB; music heritage (Allman Brothers).
205
Permit
$50-$200 typical (resort areas higher)
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$200 typical (resort areas higher)
Max days
Variable
Authority
Hilton Head Island / Beaufort County
Portal
hiltonheadislandsc.gov / beaufortcountysc.gov
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Strict architectural/landscape review. Beach restrictions. Hurricane season prep. Tree protection ordinances strict.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
Yes (within plantations/resort communities)
Cost
Varies by community
Max days
Plantation rules govern (typically 7-14 days)
Special rules
Sea Pines, Palmetto Dunes, Hilton Head Plantation each have separate POA rules. Tree protection requires arborist sign-off for any work within drip line.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Carolina bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated, white goods regulated. NO statewide e-waste ban. SCDHEC.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable; high in resort communities
Resort island; strict architectural/tree review. POA rules dominate.
206
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Street Use Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bellingham Public Works
Portal
cob.org permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Strong recycling mandate. Western Washington U area. Canadian border traffic.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lummi Nation/tribal lands have separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All WA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Canadian border city. Strong WA recycling mandates.
207
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Fort Smith Engineering
Portal
fortsmithar.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cross-state metro (AR/OK). Tornado season prep (April-May).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Manufacturing legacy.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arkansas bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), TVs/computer monitors (E-Waste Recycling Act). Reg. 22.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cross-state metro (AR/OK). Manufacturing presence.
208
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Topeka Public Works
Portal
topeka.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. Tornado season prep.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Kansas bans: Only CRT-containing items state-regulated. Lead-acid batteries restricted, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO comprehensive e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
KS State Capital. Brown v. Board of Education heritage.
209
Permit
$75-$200 typical (peak summer higher)
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$75-$200 typical (peak summer higher)
Max days
Variable
Authority
Barnstable / Cape Cod town DPWs
Portal
town.barnstable.ma.us / individual town portals
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Cape Cod National Seashore restrictions. Each town has separate rules. Summer tourist district very restrictive May-Sept. MA waste bans extensive.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No (city); local conservation commissions may require approval near wetlands
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent; often 7-14 days
Special rules
Conservation Commission approval needed near wetlands/coastal zones.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
MA broad waste bans (310 CMR 19.017): Mattresses (Nov 2022), textiles (Nov 2022), food waste >0.5 ton/wk, lead-acid batteries, CRTs, whole tires, white goods, paper/cardboard/glass/metal/plastic, yard waste, asphalt/brick/concrete, treated/untreated wood, clean gypsum.
Common prohibited
All MA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Up to $1,000/day per MA
Cape Cod; tourist district + MA's extensive bans.
210
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Rochester Public Works
Portal
rochestermn.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Mayo Clinic campus area. Cold weather Dec-Feb. Strong recycling mandate.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Medical waste considerations near Mayo facilities.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Minnesota bans: Yard waste, mercury thermostats, electronics (MN Electronics Recycling Act 2007: computers, TVs, monitors, peripherals), lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, white goods, whole tires, fluorescent/HID lamps. Stat. 115A.
Common prohibited
All MN-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Mayo Clinic. MN strong recycling.
211
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lafayette / West Lafayette public works
Portal
lafayette.in.gov / westlafayette.in.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Purdue University area. Game day restrictions. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing turnover.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Indiana bans: Video display devices (E-Cycle program: TVs, computers, monitors banned 1/1/2011 for households + small businesses), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Purdue University. Big Ten game days.
212
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Burlington DPW
Portal
burlingtonvt.gov permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Strict environmental mandates (VT Universal Recycling Law). Lake Champlain shoreline. UVM area. Heavy snow Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
VT mandates food waste separation since 2020.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Vermont bans: Universal Recycling Law (Act 148, 2012) — Recyclables (1/2015), leaf/yard debris (7/2015), food scraps (7/2020). Plus electronics, batteries, oil, tires. Among most comprehensive in US.
Common prohibited
All VT-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
VT has 2nd-strongest mandates in NE after MA. Food waste banned.
213
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Las Cruces Public Works
Portal
las-cruces.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
NMSU campus. Heat protocols May-September. Border proximity (TX/Mexico).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Bilingual operations standard.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New Mexico bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil banned. Scrap tires regulated. NO e-waste ban. NMED.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
NMSU; Mesilla Valley agriculture.
214
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Charlottesville Public Works
Portal
charlottesville.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
UVA campus area. Historic district considerations (Downtown Mall). Architectural review board.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
ARB review for historic properties.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (must be recycled), used oil banned, tires regulated. VA Computer Recovery and Recycling Act. White goods regulated.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
UVA. Monticello/Jefferson heritage.
215
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Wenatchee Public Works
Portal
wenatcheewa.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Apple/agricultural waste rules. Columbia River. Cascade foothills.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Orchard waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All WA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Apple Capital of the World. Orchard waste streams.
216
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Tracy / Lathrop / Manteca public works
Portal
ci.tracy.ca.us / ci.lathrop.ca.us / ci.manteca.ca.us
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Bay Area exurb. Heat protocols May-September. Rapid growth.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in master-planned communities.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Bay Area exurb. Fast-growing tri-city.
217
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Saginaw Public Services
Portal
saginaw-mi.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Auto industry legacy. Older housing common.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris in older housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
GM/auto industry legacy.
218
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Terrebonne Parish / Lafourche Parish
Portal
tpcg.org / lafourchegov.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep critical (Ida 2021 recovery). Bayou/wetland considerations. Oil/gas industry.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Oilfield waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cajun bayou country. Hurricane Ida (2021) recovery.
219
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
St. George Public Works
Portal
sgcity.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Extreme heat May-September. Fastest-growing UT metro. Zion National Park gateway.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in retirement/golf communities.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Utah bans: Lead-acid batteries (Utah Code §19-6-603), used oil regulated. NO e-waste landfill ban (manufacturer-education-only law since 2011).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
One of fastest-growing US metros (~13% growth). Zion gateway.
220
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bloomington Engineering
Portal
bloomington.in.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
IU campus area. Historic district considerations. Move-in/out spikes.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Indiana bans: Video display devices (E-Cycle program: TVs, computers, monitors banned 1/1/2011 for households + small businesses), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Indiana University flagship.
221
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Springfield DPW
Portal
springfieldohio.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Manufacturing legacy. Older housing common.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris in older housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Champion machinery heritage.
222
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Florence Public Works
Portal
cityofflorence.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. I-95 corridor. Pee Dee region.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Tobacco/cotton agricultural region.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Carolina bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated, white goods regulated. NO statewide e-waste ban. SCDHEC.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Pee Dee region. I-95 corridor.
223
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Springfield Public Works
Portal
springfield.il.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. Lincoln historic sites considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All IL-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
IL State Capital. Lincoln heritage.
224
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Charlotte County Public Works
Portal
charlottecountyfl.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season requires 48-hour pre-storm removal. Hurricane Ian (2022) recovery still active. Strong HOAs.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Strong HOAs in retirement/golf communities.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Hurricane Ian (2022) direct hit. Retirement metro.
225
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Joplin Public Works
Portal
joplinmo.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Tornado-prone (2011 EF5 tornado legacy). Cross-state proximity (MO/KS/OK).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Tornado debris handling experience.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Missouri bans: Yard waste (1992), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon removed). NO statewide e-waste ban. RSMo Ch 260.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
2011 EF5 tornado rebuilt. Tornado prep critical.
226
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Greenville Public Works
Portal
greenvillenc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
ECU campus area. Hurricane season prep. Tobacco country.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Move-in/out spikes near ECU.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
East Carolina University. Eastern NC tobacco country.
227
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Sumter Public Works
Portal
sumter-sc.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Shaw AFB area. Hurricane season prep.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Carolina bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated, white goods regulated. NO statewide e-waste ban. SCDHEC.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Shaw AFB military presence.
228
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Vineland / Bridgeton public works
Portal
vinelandcity.org / cityofbridgeton.com
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Agricultural region. NJ has comprehensive recycling mandates.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New Jersey bans: Yard waste, leaves, lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, whole tires, white goods, electronics (NJ Electronic Waste Mgmt Act 2008: TVs, computers, monitors, laptops). NJSA 13:1E.
Common prohibited
All NJ-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
South Jersey agricultural region.
229
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bismarck Public Works
Portal
bismarcknd.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. Heavy snow Nov-April. Energy industry presence.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Bakken oil field waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Dakota bans: Lead-acid batteries (cannot be in MSW), used oil banned, animal manure, scrap tires regulated. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
ND State Capital. Bakken oil region nearby.
230
Permit
$50-$200 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$200 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bridgeport DPW
Portal
bridgeportct.gov permit portal
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Note: Bridgeport-Stamford is metro #57; this entry is supplementary smaller-area data. CT mandatory recycling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Connecticut bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, scrap metals, white goods, electronics (e-waste 2009), bottles/cans/glass/cardboard mandatory recycling, mercury thermostats, fluorescent lamps, mattresses (EPR).
Common prohibited
All CT-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
Note: smaller CT urban area; main metro is #57.
231
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Albany Public Works
Portal
albanyga.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
MCLB Albany military area. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Pecan/cotton agricultural region.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Marine Corps Logistics Base. Southwest GA agriculture.
232
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
St. Joseph Public Works
Portal
stjoemo.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cross-state proximity (MO/KS). Pony Express heritage. Older housing.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Missouri bans: Yard waste (1992), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon removed). NO statewide e-waste ban. RSMo Ch 260.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Pony Express origin. Missouri River.
233
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Auburn / Opelika public works
Portal
auburnalabama.org / opelika-al.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Auburn University area. Game day restrictions (Sept-Nov). Move-in/out spikes.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
SEC football impacts heavily.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Auburn University. SEC game day demand.
234
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Wausau Public Works
Portal
ci.wausau.wi.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cold weather Dec-Feb. Insurance industry presence. WI mandatory recycling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
WI bans extensive.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wisconsin bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon), electronics (E-Cycle WI – Act 50 of 2009), aluminum/glass/plastic containers/cardboard mandatory recycling.
Common prohibited
All WI-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Insurance industry hub. WI strong recycling.
235
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Salem (NH) DPW
Portal
townofsalemnh.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
MA-NH border (suburb of Boston). Heavy snow Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
MA commuter belt.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New Hampshire bans: Lead-acid batteries, oil, tires regulated. RSA 149-M. Mercury products restrictions. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Note: smaller NH urban area; some sources include this in Manchester-Nashua.
236
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Decatur Public Works
Portal
decaturalabamausa.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Tennessee River. Tornado season prep. Manufacturing presence (Daikin, Toray).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Industrial waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
TN River. Manufacturing presence.
237
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Decatur Public Works
Portal
decaturil.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
ADM/agricultural processing industrial. Older housing.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All IL-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
ADM headquarters. Soybean processing.
238
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way permit)
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
180 days max in 12-month period
Authority
Pueblo Public Works
Portal
pueblo.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Steel industry legacy (CF&I). Drier climate. Lower elevation than Front Range.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Colorado bans: Lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed). Limited bans compared to other Western states.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Steel City heritage. Lower-cost CO metro.
239
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Janesville / Beloit public works
Portal
ci.janesville.wi.us / beloitwi.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cross-state proximity (WI/IL). Manufacturing legacy. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
WI mandatory recycling extensive.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wisconsin bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon), electronics (E-Cycle WI – Act 50 of 2009), aluminum/glass/plastic containers/cardboard mandatory recycling.
Common prohibited
All WI-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Border WI/IL. Former GM plant.
240
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Champaign Public Works
Portal
champaignil.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement; Champaign-Urbana is metro #203.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Cross-county logistics.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All IL-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Note: regional combined area; main metros listed separately.
241
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
St. Cloud Engineering
Portal
ci.stcloud.mn.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-March. Granite quarry industry. SCSU campus.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
MN strong recycling mandate.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Minnesota bans: Yard waste, mercury thermostats, electronics (MN Electronics Recycling Act 2007: computers, TVs, monitors, peripherals), lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, white goods, whole tires, fluorescent/HID lamps. Stat. 115A.
Common prohibited
All MN-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Granite City. SCSU presence.
242
Permit
$30-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$30-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lake Havasu City / Kingman public works
Portal
lhcaz.gov / cityofkingman.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Extreme heat May-September. Tourist district restrictions (Spring Break). Colorado River.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Many HOAs in retirement communities.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arizona bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon must be removed), liquid hazardous waste. Universal Waste Rule. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Spring break destination. London Bridge.
243
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Wheeling Public Works
Portal
wheelingwv.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Ohio River flooding. Coal/steel industry legacy. Cross-state (WV/OH).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
West Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (W.Va. Code §22-15A-18), whole tires banned, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Coal/steel heritage. Ohio River.
244
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Glens Falls DPW
Portal
cityofglensfalls.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-March. Adirondack gateway. Lake George tourism.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lakefront restrictions.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Adirondack/Lake George gateway.
245
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Athens-Clarke County Public Works
Portal
athensclarkecounty.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
UGA campus area. SEC game day restrictions. Move-in/out spikes (May/Aug).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing turnover.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
UGA flagship. SEC football demand.
246
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Logan Public Works
Portal
loganutah.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
USU campus. Mountain weather Dec-March. ID border proximity.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
LDS Church property has separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Utah bans: Lead-acid batteries (Utah Code §19-6-603), used oil regulated. NO e-waste landfill ban (manufacturer-education-only law since 2011).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Utah State University. Cache Valley.
247
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Florence Public Works
Portal
florenceal.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Tennessee River/TVA area. Music heritage (Muscle Shoals Sound Studio).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Tornado season prep.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Muscle Shoals music heritage. TVA.
248
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bowling Green Public Works
Portal
bgky.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Western Kentucky U area. Corvette manufacturing (GM plant). Tornado-prone (Dec 2021).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Tornado debris handling experience.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Kentucky bans: Lead-acid batteries (state law), used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Coal combustion residuals & mining waste have separate rules. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Corvette GM plant. Dec 2021 tornado outbreak.
249
Permit
$30-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$30-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Yuma Public Works
Portal
yumaaz.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Extreme heat May-September. Border proximity. Snowbird population (Oct-April).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural waste regulated separately. Bilingual operations standard.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arizona bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon must be removed), liquid hazardous waste. Universal Waste Rule. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Border city; massive snowbird population. Lettuce capital.
250
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Carson City Public Works
Portal
carson.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. Mountain weather Dec-March. Tahoe Basin proximity.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Smallest US MSA by population (~58K).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Nevada bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, scrap tires regulated. NDEP. NO e-waste ban. Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Smallest US MSA. NV State Capital.
251
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Hattiesburg Public Works
Portal
hattiesburgms.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
USM campus. Hurricane season prep. Camp Shelby military area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Tornado season prep.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Mississippi bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. MDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
USM. Camp Shelby military presence.
252
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Jackson Public Works
Portal
cityofjackson.net permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Tornado season prep. Manufacturing legacy.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
West TN. Tornado-prone.
253
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Columbia Public Works
Portal
como.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
U of Missouri (Mizzou) campus. SEC game day restrictions. Move-in/out spikes.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Missouri bans: Yard waste (1992), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon removed). NO statewide e-waste ban. RSMo Ch 260.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Mizzou. SEC football.
254
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lebanon Public Works
Portal
lebanonpa.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
PA Dutch country. Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
PA Dutch country. PA CDRA bans electronics.
255
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Anniston / Oxford public works
Portal
annistonal.gov / oxfordalabama.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Anniston Army Depot area. Former chemical weapons disposal site.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Some areas have soil contamination history.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Anniston Army Depot. Former chemical weapons site.
256
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Cleveland Public Works
Portal
clevelandtn.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Manufacturing presence. Tornado season.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Industrial waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Manufacturing presence. Chattanooga proximity.
257
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Texarkana TX/AR public works (separate cities on state line)
Portal
txkusa.org / ci.texarkana.ar.us
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cross-state metro (TX/AR). Two cities literally split by state line. Each side has own permits.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
State Line Avenue runs down middle of metro.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Unique cross-state metro literally on state line.
258
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Idaho Falls Public Works
Portal
idahofallsidaho.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Idaho National Laboratory area (nuclear research). Cold weather Dec-Feb. Yellowstone gateway.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Some areas have soil monitoring requirements (INL proximity).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Idaho bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). Limited bans (Idaho Code §39-7301).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Idaho National Laboratory. Yellowstone gateway.
259
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Gainesville Public Works
Portal
gainesville.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Lake Lanier shoreline. Atlanta exurb. Fast-growing.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Lakefront restrictions.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Poultry capital. Lake Lanier.
260
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Madera Public Works
Portal
cityofmadera.ca.gov permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Central Valley agricultural rules. Heat protocols May-September. Yosemite gateway.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Yosemite gateway. CA Universal Waste.
261
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Eau Claire Public Works
Portal
eauclairewi.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
UW-Eau Claire area. Cold weather Dec-Feb. WI mandatory recycling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
WI bans extensive.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wisconsin bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon), electronics (E-Cycle WI – Act 50 of 2009), aluminum/glass/plastic containers/cardboard mandatory recycling.
Common prohibited
All WI-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
UW-Eau Claire. Chippewa Valley.
262
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Pittsfield DPW
Portal
cityofpittsfield.org permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-March. Berkshires tourism. MA waste bans extensive. PCB cleanup history.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Some areas have PCB contamination history (former GE plant).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
MA broad waste bans (310 CMR 19.017): Mattresses (Nov 2022), textiles (Nov 2022), food waste >0.5 ton/wk, lead-acid batteries, CRTs, whole tires, white goods, paper/cardboard/glass/metal/plastic, yard waste, asphalt/brick/concrete, treated/untreated wood, clean gypsum.
Common prohibited
All MA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Up to $1,000/day per MA
Berkshires. Former GE PCB contamination.
263
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bay City DPW
Portal
baycitymi.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Saginaw Bay shoreline. Older housing common.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris in older housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Saginaw Bay. Madonna's birthplace.
264
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lake County / Kenosha County DPW
Portal
lakecountyil.gov / kenoshacounty.org
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Cross-state metro division (IL-WI), part of greater Chicago. Naval Station Great Lakes.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Note: This is a metropolitan division of Chicago MSA, not a standalone MSA.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Note: metropolitan division of Chicago MSA. Naval Station Great Lakes.
265
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lansing-area regional
Portal
lansingmi.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: Lansing-East Lansing is metro #108; this entry covers extended regional area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Auto industry waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Note: extended regional Lansing area.
266
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Yuba City Public Works
Portal
yubacity.net permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Sacramento Valley agricultural region. Beale AFB area. Heat protocols May-September.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Sutter County peaches. Beale AFB.
267
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Owensboro Public Works
Portal
owensboro.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Ohio River. Bourbon distillery industry. Cross-state proximity (KY/IN).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Bourbon industry waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Kentucky bans: Lead-acid batteries (state law), used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Coal combustion residuals & mining waste have separate rules. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Bourbon country. Ohio River.
268
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Dover Public Works
Portal
cityofdover.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol. Dover AFB. Hurricane/coastal proximity. NASCAR Speedway events.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Delaware bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires, yard waste (with Cherry Island exception), electronics (e-waste ban 2010: TVs, computers, monitors, laptops, printers), mercury devices. Universal Recycling Law (2010).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
DE State Capital. Dover AFB. Dover Speedway.
269
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Hanford Public Works
Portal
cityofhanfordca.com permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Central Valley agricultural rules. NAS Lemoore area. Heat protocols May-September.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural/dairy waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Kings County dairy/cotton. NAS Lemoore.
270
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Indian River County / Vero Beach
Portal
ircgov.com / covb.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. Beach restrictions. Strong HOAs in beach communities.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Snowbird population (Oct-April).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Treasure Coast. Snowbird metro.
271
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Mansfield Public Works
Portal
ci.mansfield.oh.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Manufacturing legacy. Older housing common. Shawshank Prison heritage.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Manufacturing legacy. Ohio State Reformatory.
272
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Monroe Public Works
Portal
ci.monroe.la.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
ULM campus. Tornado season prep. Cross-state proximity (LA/AR/MS).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
ULM. Northeast LA.
273
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
El Centro Public Works
Portal
cityofelcentro.org permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Imperial Valley agricultural region. Border proximity. Extreme heat May-September. Salton Sea environmental issues.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Bilingual operations standard. Agricultural waste handled separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Imperial Valley. Border city. Salton Sea.
274
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
St. Cloud regional
Portal
ci.stcloud.mn.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: St. Cloud metro is #241; this is regional/combined area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
MN strong recycling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Minnesota bans: Yard waste, mercury thermostats, electronics (MN Electronics Recycling Act 2007: computers, TVs, monitors, peripherals), lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, white goods, whole tires, fluorescent/HID lamps. Stat. 115A.
Common prohibited
All MN-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Note: regional combined area; primary metro is #241.
275
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Wichita Falls Public Works
Portal
wichitafallstx.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Sheppard AFB area. Tornado season prep. Heat protocols May-September.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Sheppard AFB. North Texas.
276
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Sherman / Denison public works
Portal
shermantexas.us / cityofdenison.us
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Tornado season. North Texas. OK border proximity. Texas Instruments expansion.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Industrial waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Texoma region. TI semiconductor expansion.
277
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Goldsboro Public Works
Portal
goldsboronc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Seymour Johnson AFB. Hurricane season prep.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Seymour Johnson AFB. NC comprehensive bans.
278
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Coeur d'Alene Public Works
Portal
cdaid.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Lake CDA shoreline restrictions. Tourism peak May-Sept. Spokane WA proximity.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Lakefront restrictions strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Idaho bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). Limited bans (Idaho Code §39-7301).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Lake resort city. Spokane proximity.
279
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
State College Borough
Portal
statecollegepa.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Penn State campus. Game day restrictions (Sept-Nov, 100K+ attend). Heavy snow Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing turnover heavy.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Penn State. Beaver Stadium 107K+ capacity.
280
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Mankato Public Works
Portal
mankatomn.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cold weather Dec-Feb. MNSU campus. MN strong recycling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
MN bans extensive.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Minnesota bans: Yard waste, mercury thermostats, electronics (MN Electronics Recycling Act 2007: computers, TVs, monitors, peripherals), lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, white goods, whole tires, fluorescent/HID lamps. Stat. 115A.
Common prohibited
All MN-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
MNSU. South-central MN.
281
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Battle Creek Public Works
Portal
battlecreekmi.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cereal industry (Kellogg's HQ). Older housing common. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris in older housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Cereal Capital (Kellogg's, Post).
282
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Watertown DPW
Portal
watertown-ny.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Fort Drum military area. Heaviest snow in NY (lake-effect). Canadian border proximity.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules. Severe winter limits ops.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Fort Drum. North Country snow belt.
283
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Pocatello Public Works
Portal
pocatello.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
ISU campus. Cold weather Dec-Feb. Mountain elevation.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Idaho State University area.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Idaho bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). Limited bans (Idaho Code §39-7301).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
ISU. Southeast ID.
284
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Jefferson City Public Works
Portal
jeffersoncitymo.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. Missouri River. Tornado season.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Missouri bans: Yard waste (1992), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon removed). NO statewide e-waste ban. RSMo Ch 260.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
MO State Capital.
285
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Iowa City Public Works
Portal
icgov.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
U of Iowa campus. Game day restrictions. Move-in/out spikes (May/Aug).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Iowa bans: Yard waste (1991), lead-acid batteries (1990), used oil (no landfill acceptance), waste tires regulated. Iowa Code §455D. NO statewide e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
U of Iowa flagship. Big Ten Hawkeyes.
286
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Mount Vernon / Anacortes public works
Portal
mountvernonwa.gov / anacorteswa.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Tulip Festival (April). Refinery industry (Anacortes). Skagit Valley agriculture.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All WA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Skagit Valley. Tulip Festival demand spike.
287
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lawton Public Works
Portal
lawtonok.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Fort Sill military area. Tornado season prep. Wichita Mountains.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oklahoma bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil banned, tires regulated. ODEQ. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Fort Sill military presence.
288
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Pine Bluff Public Works
Portal
cityofpinebluff.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Industrial heritage. Older housing common.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris in older housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arkansas bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), TVs/computer monitors (E-Waste Recycling Act). Reg. 22.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Industrial heritage. Delta region.
289
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Carbondale / Marion public works
Portal
explorecarbondale.com / cityofmarionil.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
SIU campus. Coal mining heritage. Tornado season.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All IL-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
SIU. Southern IL/Little Egypt region.
290
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Cumberland DPW
Portal
cumberlandmd.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Mountain region. Cross-state proximity (MD/WV/PA). Historic district considerations.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing; mountain terrain.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Maryland bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires, used motor oil, yard waste at MSW landfills, e-waste (MD Statewide Computer Recycling Program — manufacturer takeback). MDE.
Common prohibited
All MD-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Western MD mountains. Cross-state region.
291
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Ames Public Works
Portal
cityofames.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Iowa State campus. Game day restrictions. Move-in/out spikes (May/Aug).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Iowa bans: Yard waste (1991), lead-acid batteries (1990), used oil (no landfill acceptance), waste tires regulated. Iowa Code §455D. NO statewide e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Iowa State University. Big 12 Cyclones.
292
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Hot Springs Public Works
Portal
cityhs.net permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hot Springs National Park area. Tourism peak May-Sept. Historic Bathhouse Row.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Historic district considerations strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arkansas bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), TVs/computer monitors (E-Waste Recycling Act). Reg. 22.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Hot Springs National Park. Bathhouse Row.
293
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Cape Girardeau Public Works
Portal
cityofcape.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Mississippi River. SEMO campus. Cross-state proximity (MO/IL).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
River flooding considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Missouri bans: Yard waste (1992), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon removed). NO statewide e-waste ban. RSMo Ch 260.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Mississippi River. SEMO.
294
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Highlands County Public Works
Portal
hcbcc.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season. Sebring International Raceway events. Highlands County agricultural.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Strong HOAs in retirement communities.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Sebring 12 Hours race. Citrus country.
295
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Twin Falls Public Works
Portal
tfid.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Snake River canyon. Agricultural region. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural/dairy waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Idaho bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). Limited bans (Idaho Code §39-7301).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Snake River. South-central ID agriculture.
296
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Casper Public Services
Portal
casperwy.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Oil/gas industry presence. Cold weather Dec-Feb. High wind.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Oilfield waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wyoming bans: Lead-acid batteries (Wyo. Stat. §35-11), used oil regulated, tires regulated. NO e-waste ban. Among the lightest state bans (similar to MT).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Energy capital of WY. Oil/gas industry.
297
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Brunswick / Glynn County public works
Portal
brunswickga.org / glynncounty.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season. Golden Isles tourism. Port of Brunswick (auto imports).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Beach community HOAs strict (St. Simons, Sea Island).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Golden Isles. Port auto imports hub.
298
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Texarkana AR Public Works
Portal
ci.texarkana.ar.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: Texarkana cross-state metro is #257 (TX side); this is AR side regional.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Cross-state dynamics.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arkansas bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), TVs/computer monitors (E-Waste Recycling Act). Reg. 22.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Note: AR side of cross-state Texarkana metro.
299
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Albany / Lebanon public works
Portal
cityofalbany.net / ci.lebanon.or.us
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Willamette Valley. Strong OR recycling mandate. Fast-growing.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
OR mandatory recycling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oregon bans: Yard debris (Metro region), electronics (OR E-Cycles program: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, since 2010), whole tires, used oil, lead-acid batteries, white goods (Freon), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All OR-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Variable
Willamette Valley. Strong OR mandate.
300
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Right-of-Way permit)
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
180 days max in 12-month period
Authority
Grand Junction Public Works
Portal
gjcity.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Western Slope. Mesa Verde/national parks gateway. Energy industry. Mountain weather Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Oil/gas industry waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Colorado bans: Lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed). Limited bans compared to other Western states.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
CO Western Slope. Energy/agriculture.
301
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Tupelo Public Works
Portal
tupeloms.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Tornado season prep. Furniture industry. Elvis birthplace heritage.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Furniture industry waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Mississippi bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. MDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Furniture industry. Elvis birthplace.
302
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Burlington Public Works
Portal
burlingtonnc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Textile industry legacy. Greensboro/Triad metro proximity.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Industrial waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Textile heritage. NC has comprehensive bans.
303
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Wausau regional public works
Portal
ci.wausau.wi.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Wausau-Weston metro #234.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
WI bans extensive.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wisconsin bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon), electronics (E-Cycle WI – Act 50 of 2009), aluminum/glass/plastic containers/cardboard mandatory recycling.
Common prohibited
All WI-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Insurance industry hub. Regional Wausau area.
304
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Cheyenne Public Works
Portal
cheyennecity.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. F.E. Warren AFB. Cold weather Dec-Feb. High wind.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Frontier Days (July) creates demand spikes.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wyoming bans: Lead-acid batteries (Wyo. Stat. §35-11), used oil regulated, tires regulated. NO e-waste ban. Among the lightest state bans (similar to MT).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
WY State Capital. F.E. Warren AFB. Frontier Days.
305
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Vicksburg Public Works
Portal
vicksburg.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Mississippi River flooding. Civil War heritage districts. Casino industry.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Historic district considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Mississippi bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. MDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Civil War heritage. Casino industry.
306
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lewiston / Auburn public works
Portal
lewistonmaine.gov / auburnmaine.gov
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-March. Historic mill buildings. ME Pay-as-You-Throw mandate.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Mill conversion projects common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Maine bans: Yard waste, white goods, batteries (all types), used oil, whole tires, electronics (e-waste since 2004 — first state after CA), mercury devices, fluorescent bulbs. 38 MRSA + Universal Waste Rule.
Common prohibited
All ME-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
Twin cities; mill heritage. ME Universal Waste Rule.
307
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Pittsfield DPW
Portal
cityofpittsfield.org permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Pittsfield metro #262.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
PCB contamination history (former GE).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
MA broad waste bans (310 CMR 19.017): Mattresses (Nov 2022), textiles (Nov 2022), food waste >0.5 ton/wk, lead-acid batteries, CRTs, whole tires, white goods, paper/cardboard/glass/metal/plastic, yard waste, asphalt/brick/concrete, treated/untreated wood, clean gypsum.
Common prohibited
All MA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Up to $1,000/day per MA
Berkshires region. MA's extensive bans.
308
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Cleveland TN Public Works
Portal
clevelandtn.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Cleveland TN metro #256. Manufacturing presence.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Industrial waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cleveland TN regional area.
309
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Morgantown DPW
Portal
morgantownwv.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
WVU campus. Game day restrictions. Hilly terrain. PA border proximity.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing turnover.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
West Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (W.Va. Code §22-15A-18), whole tires banned, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
WVU. Big 12 Mountaineers.
310
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Logan area regional
Portal
loganutah.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Logan metro #246.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
LDS Church property has separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Utah bans: Lead-acid batteries (Utah Code §19-6-603), used oil regulated. NO e-waste landfill ban (manufacturer-education-only law since 2011).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cache Valley. USU regional area.
311
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Rocky Mount Public Works
Portal
rockymountnc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cross-county metro. Hurricane season prep. Tobacco country.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
I-95 corridor; tobacco country.
312
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Walla Walla Public Works
Portal
wallawallawa.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Wine country. Whitman College. Penitentiary state prison area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Vineyard waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All WA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Wine country. Whitman College.
313
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Dothan Public Works
Portal
dothan.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. Peanut Capital. Fort Novosel (formerly Rucker) proximity.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Peanut Capital. Wiregrass region.
314
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Greenville Public Works
Portal
greenvillems.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Mississippi Delta. Mississippi River flooding. Older housing.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Mississippi bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. MDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Mississippi Delta. Blues heritage.
315
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Florence AL Public Works
Portal
florenceal.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: see also Florence-Muscle Shoals #247. Tennessee River.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Music heritage area.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Quad Cities AL. Muscle Shoals music heritage.
316
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bloomsburg / Berwick public works
Portal
townofbloomsburg.org / berwickborough.com
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Bloomsburg University. Susquehanna River. PA CDRA bans electronics.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-March.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Bloomsburg Univ. Susquehanna Valley.
317
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
East Stroudsburg Borough
Portal
eaststroudsburgboro.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Pocono Mountains. NYC commuter belt. Heavy snow Dec-March.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Resort/vacation home rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Poconos. NYC commuter belt.
318
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Williamsport Public Works
Portal
cityofwilliamsport.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Little League World Series (August). Susquehanna River. Marcellus Shale industry.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Natural gas industry waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Little League World Series. Marcellus Shale.
319
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Hammond Public Works
Portal
hammond.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. Southeastern Louisiana University. Strawberry Capital.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
SLU. New Orleans commuter belt.
320
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Glens Falls regional
Portal
cityofglensfalls.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Glens Falls metro #244.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Adirondack proximity.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Adirondack region.
321
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Salisbury / Wicomico County public works
Portal
salisbury.md / wicomicocounty.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Eastern Shore. Hurricane season prep. Beach restrictions (Ocean City). Cross-state proximity (MD/DE/VA).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Beach community HOAs strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Maryland bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires, used motor oil, yard waste at MSW landfills, e-waste (MD Statewide Computer Recycling Program — manufacturer takeback). MDE.
Common prohibited
All MD-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Eastern Shore. Ocean City beach metro.
322
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Carbondale/Marion regional
Portal
explorecarbondale.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Carbondale-Marion metro #289.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
SIU regional area.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All IL-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Southern IL regional.
323
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Beckley Public Works
Portal
beckley.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Coal industry legacy. New River Gorge National Park gateway. Mountainous terrain.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Mining waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
West Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (W.Va. Code §22-15A-18), whole tires banned, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Coal country. New River Gorge NP gateway.
324
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Charleston WV Public Works
Portal
charlestonwv.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
State Capitol restrictions. Chemical industry (Kanawha Valley). Older housing.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Industrial waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
West Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (W.Va. Code §22-15A-18), whole tires banned, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
WV State Capital. Chemical Valley heritage.
325
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Parkersburg / Vienna public works
Portal
parkersburgwv.gov / cityofvienna.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Ohio River. Cross-state (WV/OH). PFAS contamination history (DuPont/Chemours).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Some areas have PFAS soil/water history.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
West Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (W.Va. Code §22-15A-18), whole tires banned, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
DuPont PFAS contamination history (subject of 'Dark Waters' film).
326
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Sumter regional
Portal
sumter-sc.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Sumter metro #227. Shaw AFB area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Carolina bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated, white goods regulated. NO statewide e-waste ban. SCDHEC.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Shaw AFB region.
327
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
New Bern Public Works
Portal
newbernnc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. Historic downtown (oldest NC city). Cherry Point MCAS area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Historic district considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Pepsi birthplace. Cherry Point MCAS.
328
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
St. Mary's County DPW
Portal
stmarysmd.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Patuxent River NAS area. Chesapeake Bay restrictions. Hurricane season prep.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Maryland bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires, used motor oil, yard waste at MSW landfills, e-waste (MD Statewide Computer Recycling Program — manufacturer takeback). MDE.
Common prohibited
All MD-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Patuxent River NAS. Southern MD.
329
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Indian River County DPW
Portal
ircgov.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Sebastian-Vero Beach metro #270.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Snowbird population.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Treasure Coast regional.
330
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Manhattan Public Works
Portal
cityofmhk.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Kansas State University. Fort Riley military area. Game day restrictions (Sept-Nov).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing turnover.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Kansas bans: Only CRT-containing items state-regulated. Lead-acid batteries restricted, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO comprehensive e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
K-State Wildcats. Fort Riley.
331
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bangor Public Works
Portal
bangormaine.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Dec-March. Acadia gateway. Stephen King heritage.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
ME Pay-as-You-Throw.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Maine bans: Yard waste, white goods, batteries (all types), used oil, whole tires, electronics (e-waste since 2004 — first state after CA), mercury devices, fluorescent bulbs. 38 MRSA + Universal Waste Rule.
Common prohibited
All ME-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane
Max fine
Variable
Stephen King's hometown. Acadia gateway.
332
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Jonesboro Public Works
Portal
jonesboro.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Arkansas State University. Tornado season prep. Delta region.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arkansas bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), TVs/computer monitors (E-Waste Recycling Act). Reg. 22.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Arkansas State. Northeast AR.
333
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Russellville Public Works
Portal
russellvillearkansas.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Arkansas Tech University. Arkansas River. Lake Dardanelle.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lakefront restrictions.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arkansas bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), TVs/computer monitors (E-Waste Recycling Act). Reg. 22.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Arkansas Tech. River Valley region.
334
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Linn County / city public works
Portal
cityofalbany.net permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Albany-Lebanon metro #299. Willamette Valley.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
OR mandatory recycling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oregon bans: Yard debris (Metro region), electronics (OR E-Cycles program: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, since 2010), whole tires, used oil, lead-acid batteries, white goods (Freon), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All OR-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Variable
Willamette Valley regional.
335
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Dubuque Public Works
Portal
cityofdubuque.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Mississippi River. Cross-state proximity (IA/IL/WI). Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Iowa bans: Yard waste (1991), lead-acid batteries (1990), used oil (no landfill acceptance), waste tires regulated. Iowa Code §455D. NO statewide e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Tri-state Mississippi River metro. Older IA housing.
336
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Sioux City Public Works
Portal
sioux-city.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Tri-state metro (IA/NE/SD). Missouri River. Stockyards heritage.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Meatpacking industry waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Iowa bans: Yard waste (1991), lead-acid batteries (1990), used oil (no landfill acceptance), waste tires regulated. Iowa Code §455D. NO statewide e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Tri-state metro IA/NE/SD. Meatpacking heritage.
337
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Hinesville Public Works
Portal
cityofhinesville.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Fort Stewart military area. Coastal proximity. Hurricane season prep.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Fort Stewart. Liberty County.
338
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Watertown DPW
Portal
watertown-ny.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Watertown-Fort Drum metro #282.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Severe winter limits ops.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Fort Drum region. Lake-effect snow.
339
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Pittsburg Public Works
Portal
pittks.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Pittsburg State University. Tornado season. Coal mining heritage.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Kansas bans: Only CRT-containing items state-regulated. Lead-acid batteries restricted, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO comprehensive e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
PSU. Crawford County coal heritage.
340
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Athens Public Works
Portal
ci.athens.oh.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Ohio University. Move-in/out spikes. Hilly terrain. Hocking Hills area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing turnover.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Ohio University. Appalachian foothills.
341
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Faribault / Northfield public works
Portal
ci.faribault.mn.us / ci.northfield.mn.us
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Cold weather Dec-Feb. Carleton/St. Olaf colleges. MN strong recycling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Minnesota bans: Yard waste, mercury thermostats, electronics (MN Electronics Recycling Act 2007: computers, TVs, monitors, peripherals), lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, white goods, whole tires, fluorescent/HID lamps. Stat. 115A.
Common prohibited
All MN-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Carleton/St. Olaf. Cows-Colleges-Contentment.
342
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Mount Pleasant DPW
Portal
mt-pleasant.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Central Michigan University. Soaring Eagle Casino (Saginaw Chippewa). Cold weather.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Tribal lands have separate rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
CMU. Saginaw Chippewa Tribe.
343
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lewiston Public Works
Portal
cityoflewiston.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Snake River. Cross-state metro (ID/WA). Lewis & Clark heritage.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Paper mill industry.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Idaho bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). Limited bans (Idaho Code §39-7301).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cross-state metro ID/WA. Inland port (Snake/Columbia).
344
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Elkhart / Goshen public works
Portal
elkhartindiana.org / goshenindiana.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
RV manufacturing capital. Amish/Mennonite area. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
RV industry waste streams substantial.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Indiana bans: Video display devices (E-Cycle program: TVs, computers, monitors banned 1/1/2011 for households + small businesses), lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
RV Capital of the World. Amish country.
345
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Decatur AL Public Works
Portal
decaturalabamausa.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Decatur AL metro #236.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Industrial waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alabama bans: Whole tires, lead-acid batteries (Lead Ban Act Ch 37, Scrap Tire Act Ch 40A). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Decatur AL regional area.
346
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Goldsboro Public Works
Portal
goldsboronc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Goldsboro metro #277. Seymour Johnson AFB.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Seymour Johnson AFB region.
347
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Rome / Floyd County public works
Portal
romefloyd.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Berry College. Coosa River. NW GA Atlanta exurb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Carpet/textile industry proximity (Dalton).
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Berry College. NW GA hills.
348
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Niles DPW
Portal
ci.niles.mi.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
MI/IN border. Notre Dame proximity. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Older housing common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Berrien County. South Bend proximity.
349
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Fond du Lac Public Works
Portal
fdl.wi.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Lake Winnebago. Cold weather Dec-Feb. WI mandatory recycling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
WI bans extensive.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wisconsin bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon), electronics (E-Cycle WI – Act 50 of 2009), aluminum/glass/plastic containers/cardboard mandatory recycling.
Common prohibited
All WI-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Lake Winnebago. Eastern WI.
350
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Hot Springs regional
Portal
cityhs.net permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Hot Springs metro #292.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Historic district considerations strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arkansas bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), TVs/computer monitors (E-Waste Recycling Act). Reg. 22.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
National Park region.
351
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Pottsville Public Works
Portal
city.pottsville.pa.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Anthracite coal heritage. Yuengling Brewery (oldest US brewery). Heavy snow.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Coal mining waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Yuengling Brewery (oldest in US). Coal region.
352
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Jackson MI DPW
Portal
cityofjackson.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Birthplace of Republican Party. Older housing common. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris in older housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Birthplace of GOP (1854). Older housing.
353
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Kingston DPW
Portal
kingston-ny.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hudson Valley. Historic Stockade District. NYC commuter belt.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Historic district considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New York bans: Electronics (NY EERRA banned from landfills since 1/1/2015: TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals, etc.), lead-acid batteries, mercury thermostats, mercury auto switches, rechargeable batteries, used motor oil, antifreeze, tires, white goods. ECL Article 27.
Common prohibited
All NY-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
First NY State Capital. Hudson Valley.
354
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lawrence Public Works
Portal
lawrenceks.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
U of Kansas. Game day restrictions. Move-in/out spikes (May/Aug).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing turnover.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Kansas bans: Only CRT-containing items state-regulated. Lead-acid batteries restricted, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO comprehensive e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
KU Jayhawks. Big 12 basketball.
355
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Skagit County DPW
Portal
skagitcounty.net permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Mount Vernon-Anacortes metro #286.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Tulip Festival demand spike.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All WA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Skagit Valley regional.
356
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Monroe MI DPW
Portal
monroemi.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Detroit/Toledo commuter belt. Lake Erie shoreline. La-Z-Boy heritage.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Manufacturing waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
La-Z-Boy headquarters. Lake Erie.
357
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Cookeville Public Works
Portal
cookeville-tn.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Tennessee Tech University. Tornado season. Cumberland Plateau.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Tennessee Tech. Cumberland Plateau.
358
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Morristown Public Works
Portal
mymorristown.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Smoky Mountains foothills. Knoxville commuter belt.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Manufacturing waste streams.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Tennessee bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). TDEC. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
East TN. Smokies foothills.
359
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Highlands County DPW
Portal
hcbcc.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Sebring-Avon Park metro #294.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Strong HOAs in retirement communities.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Sebring race region.
360
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bloomington-Normal public works
Portal
cityblm.org / normal.org
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Illinois State University. State Farm headquarters. Cold weather Dec-Feb.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Off-campus student housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All IL-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
ISU. State Farm HQ.
361
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Alexandria Public Works
Portal
cityofalexandriala.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Hurricane season prep. Red River. Fort Johnson (formerly Polk) area.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Military housing rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Fort Johnson. Central LA.
362
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Bay City regional
Portal
baycitymi.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Bay City metro #263.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris in older housing.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Michigan bans: Yard waste (with WTE exceptions), liquid waste, beverage containers (deposit), used oil, lead-acid batteries, whole tires (processed). Fewer landfill bans than most states. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Saginaw Bay regional.
363
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Sherman/Denison regional
Portal
shermantexas.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Sherman-Denison metro #276. Tornado season.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
TI semiconductor expansion.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Texoma regional.
364
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Salisbury regional
Portal
salisbury.md permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Salisbury metro #321.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Eastern Shore.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Maryland bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires, used motor oil, yard waste at MSW landfills, e-waste (MD Statewide Computer Recycling Program — manufacturer takeback). MDE.
Common prohibited
All MD-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Eastern Shore regional.
365
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Coos Bay Public Works
Portal
coosbay.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Coastal restrictions. Timber/fishing industry. Tsunami zones.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
OR mandatory recycling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oregon bans: Yard debris (Metro region), electronics (OR E-Cycles program: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, since 2010), whole tires, used oil, lead-acid batteries, white goods (Freon), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All OR-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Variable
OR Coast. Timber/fishing heritage.
366
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Lima Public Works
Portal
cityhall.lima.oh.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Manufacturing legacy. Older housing common.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs, lead-paint debris
Max fine
Variable
Allen County. Manufacturing heritage.
367
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Pine Bluff regional
Portal
cityofpinebluff.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Pine Bluff metro #288.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Lead-paint debris common.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Arkansas bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), TVs/computer monitors (E-Waste Recycling Act). Reg. 22.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Delta region.
368
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
New Bern regional
Portal
newbernnc.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to New Bern metro #327.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Cherry Point MCAS area.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Carolina bans: Yard waste, white goods, lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed), aluminum cans, motor oil filters, plastic bottles, oyster shells (unique to NC), electronics (NC E-Waste Disposal Act 2010: TVs, computers, monitors), wooden pallets. NCGS 130A.
Common prohibited
All NC-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Coastal NC regional.
369
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes (Encroachment Permit)
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Madera County Public Works
Portal
maderacounty.com permit portal
Processing
3-7 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Madera metro #260.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Agricultural disposal regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
California Universal Waste Rule: All electronics, all batteries (incl. household), fluorescent lamps, mercury thermostats, mercury devices, treated wood waste. SB 1383 organics for large generators.
Common prohibited
All CA Universal Waste + hazardous, paints, oils, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical, propane, treated wood
Max fine
Variable
Central Valley regional.
370
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Sandusky Public Works
Portal
ci.sandusky.oh.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Lake Erie shoreline. Cedar Point amusement park (peak May-Sept).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Tourist district restrictions.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Ohio bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires regulated, used oil banned, yard waste partial restrictions. NO e-waste ban. ORC 3734.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cedar Point amusement park. Lake Erie.
371
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Grants Pass Public Works
Portal
grantspassoregon.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Rogue River. Wildfire debris handling. OR mandatory recycling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
OR strict recycling rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Oregon bans: Yard debris (Metro region), electronics (OR E-Cycles program: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, since 2010), whole tires, used oil, lead-acid batteries, white goods (Freon), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All OR-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, fluorescent bulbs, propane
Max fine
Variable
Rogue Valley. Southern OR wildfire-prone.
372
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Vineland regional
Portal
vinelandcity.org permit portal
Processing
5-7 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Vineland-Bridgeton metro #228.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
NJ comprehensive recycling mandates.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
New Jersey bans: Yard waste, leaves, lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, whole tires, white goods, electronics (NJ Electronic Waste Mgmt Act 2008: TVs, computers, monitors, laptops). NJSA 13:1E.
Common prohibited
All NJ-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
South Jersey agricultural regional.
373
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Effingham Public Works
Portal
effinghamil.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
I-57/I-70 crossroads. Tornado season.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Limited population; smaller metro.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Illinois bans: Yard waste (1990), lead-acid batteries (1990), whole tires (1994), white goods (1994), used oil (1996), 17 electronics (Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, 415 ILCS 150/1, since 2012: TVs, computers, monitors, printers, etc.), mercury thermostats.
Common prohibited
All IL-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
I-57/I-70 crossroads of America.
374
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Gettysburg Borough
Portal
gettysburgpa.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
National Military Park (extensive federal restrictions). Civil War heritage districts. Tourism peak May-Sept.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Historic district considerations strict. Battlefield-adjacent properties have extra rules.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Pennsylvania bans: Lead-acid batteries, whole tires, used oil, white goods, leaf waste, electronics (Covered Device Recycling Act CDRA 2010 — TVs, computers, monitors, peripherals banned 2013). Act 101 + Act 108.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Civil War battlefield. Gettysburg College.
375
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Indian River County DPW
Portal
ircgov.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: smaller subregion of Sebastian-Vero Beach metro #270.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Snowbird population.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Florida bans: Lead-acid + small sealed lead acid + nickel-cadmium batteries (FS 403.7192), used oil (FS 403.751), whole tires (must be processed). Yard waste accepted at Class I landfills with active gas collection (FS 403.708).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
$100+/day
Treasure Coast subregion.
376
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Owensboro regional
Portal
owensboro.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Owensboro metro #267.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Bourbon distillery industry.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Kentucky bans: Lead-acid batteries (state law), used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Coal combustion residuals & mining waste have separate rules. NO statewide e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Bourbon country regional.
377
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Wenatchee regional
Portal
wenatcheewa.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Wenatchee metro #215.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Orchard waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Washington bans: Electronics (E-Cycle WA program, RCW 70.95N: TVs, computers, monitors banned since 2009), mercury thermostats, batteries, lead-acid batteries, oil, tires. Seattle adds 9 city-level disposal bans.
Common prohibited
All WA-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Apple Capital regional.
378
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Sheboygan Public Works
Portal
sheboyganwi.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Lake Michigan shoreline. Kohler Co. industrial. WI mandatory recycling.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
WI bans extensive.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Wisconsin bans: Yard waste, lead-acid batteries, used oil, used oil filters, whole tires (processed), white goods (Freon), electronics (E-Cycle WI – Act 50 of 2009), aluminum/glass/plastic containers/cardboard mandatory recycling.
Common prohibited
All WI-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Kohler plumbing. Brat capital.
379
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Beckley regional
Portal
beckley.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Beckley metro #323.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Coal mining waste regulated separately.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
West Virginia bans: Lead-acid batteries (W.Va. Code §22-15A-18), whole tires banned, used oil regulated. Limited bans, NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Coal country regional. New River Gorge.
380
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Kootenai County / city public works
Portal
kcgov.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Coeur d'Alene metro #278.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Lakefront restrictions strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Idaho bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, whole tires (processed). Limited bans (Idaho Code §39-7301).
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Lake CDA regional.
381
Permit
$50-$100 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$100 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Cumberland regional
Portal
cumberlandmd.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Cumberland metro #290.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Mountain terrain.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Maryland bans: Lead-acid batteries, scrap tires, used motor oil, yard waste at MSW landfills, e-waste (MD Statewide Computer Recycling Program — manufacturer takeback). MDE.
Common prohibited
All MD-banned items + hazardous waste, paints, oils, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Western MD regional.
382
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Grand Forks Public Works
Portal
grandforksgov.com permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Heavy snow Nov-April. Grand Forks AFB. UND campus. Cross-state metro (ND/MN).
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Red River flooding considerations.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
North Dakota bans: Lead-acid batteries (cannot be in MSW), used oil banned, animal manure, scrap tires regulated. NO e-waste ban.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
UND. Grand Forks AFB. Red River flooding.
383
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Glynn County DPW
Portal
glynncounty.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: regional supplement to Brunswick metro #297.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Beach community HOAs strict.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Georgia bans: Whole tires (banned from landfills, must be processed), lead-acid batteries, used motor oil, used oil filters, yard trimmings (restricted at MSW landfills), white goods (Freon must be removed). NO e-waste ban. Rule 391-3-4.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Golden Isles regional.
384
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Texarkana TX/AR public works
Portal
txkusa.org permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: subregion of Texarkana metro #257.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Cross-state metro literally on state line.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Texas bans: Used oil, lead-acid batteries (TX Health & Safety Code Ch 361), whole tires (must be processed), liquid waste. NO statewide e-waste ban (some local programs). Limited state bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Cross-state metro.
385
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Pierre Public Works
Portal
pierre.sd.us permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: technically a micro area; included as SD State Capital reference. State Capitol restrictions.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
Severe winter limits ops.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
South Dakota bans: Lead-acid batteries, used oil, tires regulated. SDDANR. NO e-waste ban. Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
Smallest US state capital. Reference only.
386
Permit
$25-$75 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$25-$75 typical
Max days
Variable
Authority
Helena Public Works
Portal
helenamt.gov permit portal
Processing
3-5 business days
Special rules
Note: included as MT State Capital reference. State Capitol restrictions. Mountain weather.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
HOA-dependent
Special rules
Wildfire debris handling.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Montana: NO state landfill bans. Only US state without state-mandated landfill bans (federal RCRA hazardous waste only). DEQ Solid Waste Program.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs
Max fine
Variable
MT State Capital. Reference inclusion.
387
Permit
$50-$150 typical
+
Public right-of-way (street/curb)
Permit required
Yes
Cost
$50-$150 typical
Max days
Variable; severe winter restrictions
Authority
City and Borough of Juneau
Portal
juneau.org permit portal
Processing
5-10 business days
Special rules
Note: included as AK State Capital reference. No road access (ferry/plane only). Winter (Oct-April) severely limits ops. Glacier proximity.
Private property (driveway/yard)
Permit required
No
Cost
$0
Max days
Local-dependent
Special rules
All disposal waste must be barged/flown out. No road connection to rest of US.
Prohibited items & penalties
State landfill bans
Alaska bans: Federal RCRA-based (no specific state bans). 18 AAC 60. Class III rural landfills exempted (LDPFA 1996). Limited bans.
Common prohibited
Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs. Special handling for cold-weather items.
Max fine
Variable
AK State Capital. Only US state capital with no road access. Reference inclusion.