TL;DR
Pennsylvania requires Act 90 Waste Transportation Safety Authorization for all waste transport vehicles over 17,000 lbs GVW (trucks) or 10,000 lbs GVW (trailers). Fees: $100/truck, $50/truck tractor, $50/trailer, renewed annually. Philadelphia requires separate Dumpster Licenses with RFID medallions for each container.
What permits do I need to haul dumpsters in Pennsylvania?
Act 90 Waste Transportation Safety Authorization
Pennsylvania requires Act 90 authorization for all vehicles regularly used to transport municipal or residual waste: trucks over 17,000 lbs GVW and trailers over 10,000 lbs GVW. Fees are $100 per truck, $50 per truck tractor, and $50 per trailer. Stickers and cab cards are issued upon approval.
Hazardous waste transporter license
A separate license is required with a $500 new fee ($250 renewal) plus a minimum $10,000 collateral bond under 25 Pa. Code Chapter 263a.
Philadelphia
Philadelphia requires Dumpster Licenses through Licenses and Inspections. Each dumpster needs an RFID medallion. Public ROW dumpsters require pre-approval from the Department of Streets per Philadelphia Code §10-722.
Act 90 Waste Transportation Safety
62 Pa. C.S. Chapter 49All vehicles regularly used to transport municipal or residual waste must be authorized under Act 90. This includes roll-off trucks, hook-lift trucks, and trailers meeting the weight thresholds.
What insurance do I need in Pennsylvania?
| Coverage Type | Minimum Required |
|---|---|
| Commercial Auto Liability | $750,000 CSL (FMCSA minimum) |
| Hazardous Waste Collateral Bond | $10,000 minimum |
| Workers' Compensation | Required for all employers |
Official References
| Resource | Agency | Type |
|---|---|---|
| PA DEP Act 90 Waste Transportation Safety Program | Pennsylvania DEP | website |
| PA DEP Hazardous Waste Transporter License | Pennsylvania DEP | website |
| Philadelphia Dumpster License | City of Philadelphia | website |