TL;DR
Maine requires a Non-Hazardous Waste Transporter License from DEP for each vehicle used to haul waste. Categories include A (special waste, scrap tires, C&D), B (MSW for vehicles over 10,001 lbs GVW), and C (septage). The biennial fee maximum is $2,000 per applicant. License decals must be displayed on the driver's side window.
What permits do I need to haul dumpsters in Maine?
Maine requires a Non-Hazardous Waste Transporter License from the Department of Environmental Protection under 38 MRS §1304(1-A) and 06-096 CMR Chapter 411.
License categories relevant to dumpster operators are Category A (special waste, scrap tires, C&D debris) and Category B (MSW for vehicles with GVW of 10,001 lbs or more). C&D debris requires a license for vehicles with GVW of 26,001 lbs or more.
The license decal must be displayed on the driver's side window of each vehicle.
What insurance do I need in Maine?
| Coverage Type | Minimum Required |
|---|---|
| Commercial Auto Liability | $750,000 CSL (FMCSA minimum) |
| Workers' Compensation | Required for all employers |
Official References
| Resource | Agency | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maine DEP Non-Hazardous Waste Transporter License | Maine Department of Environmental Protection | website |
| 06-096 CMR Chapter 411 — Transporter License | Maine DEP | regulation |