When you don't need a permit
The overwhelming majority of Colorado Springs dumpster rentals never touch a permit. If the bin lands on your private driveway, side yard, back yard, business parking lot, or any surface owned by you or the property, no permit is required.
When you DO need a permit
Colorado Springs requires a Right-of-Way (ROW) Occupancy Permit any time a roll-off sits on public property — that includes the street, an alley, or a sidewalk. This comes up most often in Old Colorado City, Downtown, and Manitou Springs where narrow lots don't leave driveway room.
- Bin on a public street or alley — permit required
- Bin blocking a sidewalk — permit + ADA-compliant walkway plan
- Bin in a historic overlay district — may require additional review
How to pull the permit
All American Dumpster can share the bin dimensions and swap dates you'll need on the application. We can't pull the permit on your behalf — the property owner or general contractor has to submit it.
- Apply through Colorado Springs Traffic Engineering (coloradosprings.gov)
- Cost: $30–$60 depending on placement duration and location
- Lead time: usually 24–72 hours
- Required info: exact address, bin dimensions, dates, and traffic control plan
HOA rules matter too
Even on private property, HOAs in Briargate, Wolf Ranch, Cordera, Flying Horse, and other Colorado Springs communities often have their own placement and duration rules. Check your HOA docs before you order — some cap dumpsters at 3 or 7 days.