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Seattle dumpster quotes, and what the city requires
Tell us the size and the ZIP code. We pass your request to roll-off companies that serve Seattle, and they quote you directly. 15 roll-off and junk-removal companies list an address in Seattle itself.
Seattle street permit, in short
Street Use Permit - ROW Simple (container/dumpster), from SDOT Street Use.
Fee: 2025 schedule: ROW Simple Issuance $209; ROW Complex $754; No Permit/No Job Start $366
Read from the city's own pages, October 2026. Full rules and sources.
Common questions
Do I need a permit if the dumpster sits in my driveway?
Usually not. Seattle's permit covers dumpsters on the street, sidewalk or other public space. On your own driveway or lot, the city permit generally doesn't apply, though HOA rules might.
Who applies for the street permit?
Container at least 10 ft from driveways and hydrants, 30 ft from intersections; metered spaces require reimbursing lost parking revenue; load zones need adjacent owner consent
How big a dumpster do I need?
A 10-yard holds about 3 pickup loads; a 20-yard about 6 to 8; a 30-yard 9 to 12. Heavy debris like concrete, dirt or roofing fills the weight limit before the space. Size guide.
Where Seattle trash goes
18 landfills, transfer stations and drop-off centers within about 15 miles, from a public map. See the list.
Dumpster sizes
| Size | About this big | Holds | Typical weight allowance | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yard | 12 × 8 × 3.5 ft | 3 pickup loads | 1–2 tons | Small bathroom, one-room cleanout |
| 15 yard | 16 × 7.5 × 4 ft | 4–5 pickup loads | 2–3 tons | Basement cleanout, mid-size roof |
| 20 yard | 22 × 8 × 4.5 ft | 6–8 pickup loads | 2–4 tons | Kitchen remodel, garage cleanout |
| 30 yard | 22 × 8 × 6 ft | 9–12 pickup loads | 4–5 tons | Whole-home cleanout, big remodel |
| 40 yard | 22 × 8 × 8 ft | 12–16 pickup loads | 5–8 tons | Demolition, new construction |
Sizes and loads are typical industry figures; each company's exact dimensions and weight limits vary.