TL;DR
Minnesota mandates local licensing: under Minn. Stat. §115A.93, no person may collect mixed municipal solid waste for hire without a license from the jurisdiction where the waste is collected. Minneapolis requires a Garbage/Solid Waste Hauler license.
What permits do I need to haul dumpsters in Minnesota?
Under Minn. Stat. §115A.93, hauling mixed MSW for hire requires a license from the local jurisdiction.[1] Minneapolis requires a Garbage/Solid Waste Hauler license per Chapter 225.[2] Hennepin County Ordinance #17 establishes regional licensing across 7 metro counties.[3]
What insurance do I need in Minnesota?
| Coverage Type | Minimum Required |
|---|---|
| Commercial Auto Liability | $750,000 CSL (FMCSA minimum) |
| Workers' Compensation | Required for all employers |
Official References
| # | Resource | Agency | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minn. Stat. §115A.93 — Solid Waste Collector Licensing | Minnesota Legislature | statute |
| 2 | Minneapolis Garbage/Solid Waste Hauler License | City of Minneapolis | website |
| 3 | Hennepin County Solid Waste Ordinances | Hennepin County | regulation |