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Permit
~$73 (industry estimate per Junk King).
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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