After helping thousands of customers with skip hire across the South East, we know that permit confusion causes more headaches than anything else.
If you’re hiring a skip and placing it on council land (road, verge, or any public highway area), you need a skip permit from the local council.
But, if the skip stays fully on private land (driveway or within your property boundary), you normally don’t need a permit.
Typical Permit Timeline
| Permit Req. | Permit Not Req. |
|---|---|
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Public Road / Highway (Any council-maintained roadway) |
Private Driveway (Must be fully contained within your property boundary) |
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Pavements / Footpaths (Including partial pavement placements) |
Gardens / Backyards (With clear vehicle access) |
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Grass Verges (Council-owned land beside roads) |
Construction Sites (Fully private land with no public access) |
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Parking Bays / Yellow Lines (Requires a permit and possibly a separate suspension) |
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Necessary: Many councils do not allow the placement of skips on pavements/footways. If you’re unsure, select “Public Highway” and provide the exact location so we can advise you before delivery.
While the general rule (road = permit) is universal, specific regulations regarding traffic management, lighting, and duration vary by local authority.
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Council
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Avg. Fee
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Period
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Bay Suspension
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Lead time
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Notes
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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£55- £90
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7-14 days
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£50 per bay, per day
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Usually 2–5 working days
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Use when the skip touches the public road/footway.
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£55-£95+
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7-14 days
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Varies by district/borough (examples: Tunbridge Wells £100 setup + £10 per 6m bay/day, Dartford £100 per bay/week admin
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Usually 2–5 working days
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Skip permit is KCC; parking suspensions are usually the local parking authority.
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£55-£110
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7-14 days
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Varies by borough/parking authority
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Usually 2–5 working days
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Good for your Guildford coverage.
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£60-£105
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7-14 days
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Varies by parking authority (example: Worthing CPZ £40 per bay + daily charges
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Min 5 working days’ notice
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WSCC states it’s the skip operator’s responsibility to obtain the licence.
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£57-£105
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7-14 days
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Average £51–£59/day per space (days 1–5) depending on zone
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Varies
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If it’s a parking bay / yellow line, you’ll need suspension/dispensation too.
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£53-£103
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7-14 days
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Varies by borough/parking authority
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Allow ~2 working days
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Good “London borough pricing varies” proof without listing 20 boroughs.
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Last checked: DEC 2025. Councils can change fees without notice.
To apply, councils typically need:
No council hassle, No application errors, Full compliance, and No hidden fees. Need a skip with permit included? 0800 260 5989 or book online.
We'll help choose the best spot that meets council rules and minimizes disruption.
Same-day submission to the council with all required documents.
Receive email/SMS updates, including approval and permit details.
Our team delivers your skip with all required safety markings and lighting.
Permit fees are set by the council and vary by area and duration. You’ll see the permit fee added to your final total when placement is selected during booking.
No. Permits are specifically for the public highway. Private land, such as your driveway or garden, does not usually require a permit.
It varies by council. Many permits cover 7–14 days, while some councils issue monthly permits. If you need longer, you may need an extension or a new permit depending on the local authority.
Yes, absolutely. Since many councils only allow registered skip operators (like us) to apply, we manage the entire application process for you as part of our service.
A skip permit allows a skip to occupy the highway. A parking suspension/dispensation may be required separately if the skip needs to sit in a controlled bay, pay-and-display space, or restricted parking area. Tell us during booking so we can advise.
