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Skip Permit & Skip Licence Guide
Skip Permit prices – Before you place a skip on any public highway or road (including a pavement), you need to have a skip permit from the local council. Skip permits exist to control how many skips are placed on the road because they take up space and can impact parking and traffic flow. Not having a skip permit is unlawful, you can be liable to a fine, and the skip could be removed at any time. There is no requirement for a permit if you put a skip on private land, such as your driveway, field or private road.
| Region | Charge |
| Blackburn 7 Day Permit with Darwen Council | £100 |
| Bolton 7 Day | £15 |
| Bolton 14 Day | £30 |
| Bolton 28 Day | £60 |
| Bury 28 Day | £35 |
| Lancashire 28 Day | £45 |
| Salford 28 Day | £30 |
| Sefton 7 Day | £25 |
| Sefton 14 Day | £50 |
| Wigan 28 Day | £60 |
More on Skip Hire Permits
A skip permit is required before placing a skip on any public road or highway, including sidewalks. This permit, obtained from the local council, regulates the placement of skips on roads due to space constraints and potential impacts on parking and traffic. Failure to obtain a skip permit is against the law and may result in fines or skip removal. Notably, no skip permit is needed for placing a skip on private property like your driveway, field, or private road..
Skip hire companies usually handle skip permit applications, although some councils may require the person paying for the skip to apply directly.
Typically, skip hire permits are valid for one to two weeks, as determined by the local council. Many councils allow for permit extensions, subject to an additional fee. It’s advisable to contact them in advance if an extension is needed. Failure to adhere to the permit’s timeframe could lead to fines.
Skip permit costs vary based on your location in the UK, averaging around £30. When the skip provider arranges the permit, they include its cost in the overall hire charge and may add a small administrative fee. A comparison of skip permit prices across covered areas is provided in the above table.
Typically, it takes a few days for a council to process a skip permit application. This processing time should be factored in when scheduling your skip order and planning for waste disposal. Waiting times depend on the council’s efficiency and workload.
While a permit from the council for placing a skip on your driveway is unnecessary, you may require consent from your landlord or any co-occupants of the driveway, as stipulated in your lease agreement. Convincing them to share the skip may be an option if permission is reluctant.
Enforcement officers routinely verify skip permits. If an unlicensed skip is discovered on the road, fines may be imposed. Typically, the penalty is directed to the skip company, but if the council mandates customers to arrange permits and the customer confirms compliance, the fine might be passed to the customer. Ensuring your permit aligns with your skip hire period is vital to avoid complications.
