10
Permit
$40-$60 typical (industry confirmed).
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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