City of Minneapolis, MN Ask 311, 14 May 2019

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From YouTube: Ask 311: How do I get a street use permit?

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Do you have a home renovation project coming up and need to place a dumpster or storage container in the street in front of your house? You'll need to get a permit from the city. How do I get a street use? Permit? A street use permit is required when placing a dumpster or storage container in the street or public right-of-way residents cannot apply for a street use permit on their own. Only licensed contractors can obtain them.

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3-1-1 can refer you to a list of approved, wrecking contractors, solid waste contractors and storage container companies who can secure street use permits license. Contractors can apply for street use permits online by fax mail or by walking into the development review customer service center. No dumpster or containers should be placed in the public right-of-way until a permit has been obtained.

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Contractors will need to obtain an obstruction permit from the Public Works Department if access to the street or sidewalk will be restricted. The city requires 72 business hours, advance notice. If parking meters need to be hooded or if streets need to be posted with temporary, no parking signs, the approval process may take one to two business days. Permits are not required if you want to place a dumpster or storage container in your driveway for other questions and information about city services, call 3-1-1 or visit the city web site.