How To Know If Your Skip Needs A Council Permit
You will need to take into account the size of the skip, as well as where the skip is going to be located. If it is going to be located on a road or public highway, you may need a skip permit. For example, if you are planning to place a builder’s skip in any part o f a public highway, a permit will probably be required to avoid getting a fine or being prosecuted.
Therefore it is important to check with your local council in this regard, as most Councils have their own standards and regulations, as well as charges. It is also important to note that permits from different Councils have different expiry dates.
When you apply you should take this into account in order to arrange a preferable day when it would be best for you to have the pick up done. If you are planning to hire the skip for a longer period of time, you will be required to fill in another application form, and probably pay a surcharge.
If A Permit Is Required
If you are not sure which council you will need to contact, you can go to “Find your Local Authority”, which will be of assistance. Certain Councils mainly in London will require you to obtain a permit directly from them yourself. If this is the case, some councils will allow you to fill in a form on their website, right a letter to them, or you may be able to visit their local council office. However most councils generally require the skip hiring company to apply for the permit themselves.
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