TL;DR
Vermont requires a Waste Transporter Permit from DEC for any person transporting solid waste for compensation under 10 V.S.A. §6607a. No small-vehicle exemption. Act 148 requires haulers to offer recycling collection.
What permits do I need to haul dumpsters in Vermont?
Vermont requires a Commercial Hauler Permit under 10 V.S.A. §6607a.[1] The only exemption is for incidental hauling of 4 cubic yards or less. The 5-year underlying permit is renewed annually (due May 1; permit year July 1–June 30).[1]
Vermont's Universal Recycling Law (Act 148) requires all MSW haulers to offer collection of mandated recyclables and food residuals.[1]
What insurance do I need in Vermont?
| Coverage Type | Minimum Required |
|---|---|
| Commercial Auto Liability | $750,000 CSL (FMCSA minimum) |
| Workers' Compensation | Required for all employers |
Official References
| # | Resource | Agency | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VT DEC Haulers — Commercial Hauler Permit | Vermont DEC | website |