Houston permit, plain and simple
42% of homes are detached houses. If yours has a driveway, the container can usually go there and skip the city permit.
| Permit | Combustible Waste Storage (Dumpster) Permit SWM1001; street ROW permit not confirmed |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Houston Solid Waste Management Dept (CWS permit); street ROW: not confirmed |
| Fee | 1-yr: $201.40 (1 dumpster) / $302.12 (2+); 2-yr: $369.24 / $570.68; 3-yr: $537.08 / $839.24 (CPI-adjusted annually) |
| Rules | Applies to businesses, apartment complexes, and commercial properties: dumpsters/roll-offs >50 cu ft, or any commercial dumpster kept >60 days; compactors exempt. |
Official sources
Read from these pages in October 2026. Fees change, often at the start of the city’s fiscal year; confirm before you book.