Skip operator's permit

A permit is required if you wish to place a builder's skip on any part of the highway and only skip supply companies can apply.

Skip operator's permit conditions

Skips on highways must not contain inflammable, explosive or noxious materials or anything likely to cause nuisance to highway users.

The content of the skip must be covered (damped-down) to prevent dust or spillage on the highway.

The skip must not:

  • be overloaded and must be removed when full
  • interfere with access to neighbouring properties

If the council requests that a skip is moved or removed, the skip supply company must comply within 24 hours (immediately if the skip is causing an obstruction, nuisance or hazard).

Once an application for a skip permit has been submitted and the approval process started then no refunds will be made.

Where parking restrictions apply, applicants must obtain any necessary exemption from Parking Services prior to completing the application.

The is a summary of the type of conditions that the council imposes on the granting of the skip licence. The full terms and conditions are displayed during the application process or you can download the skip operator's permit terms and conditions (PDF, 63 KB)