San Diego permit, plain and simple
43% of homes are detached houses. Have a driveway? Put it there and the street permit usually doesn't apply.
| Permit | Traffic Control Permit for a Storage Container or Dumpster (Information Bulletin 718) |
|---|---|
| Issued by | City of San Diego Development Services Department |
| Fee | $176.57 per month dumpster fee + $87.68 flat processing fee; $20 per meter per day if meters are blocked |
| Rules | Required for any dumpster in the right-of-way including sidewalk. Not in front of red/white/blue curbs. 15 ft from hydrants, 25 ft from alley or curb return. No-parking signs 72 hours ahead. |
Official sources
These pages were read in October 2026. Confirm the fee with the city or your hauler before you book; fees change.