Skip licences frequently asked questions

Skip licences
How do I obtain a permit to deposit a skip on the highway? 

Skip hire
Am I allowed to place a skip on the pavement?
Are there things I should not put in the skip?
Where can my skip be dropped?
How long is a skip allowed to remain on the highway?  
How long can a full skip stay on the highway?
Are transport containers allowed on the highway?
What are the loading requirements for skips?
Can you tell me who owns a skip?


Skip licences
How do I obtain a permit to deposit a skip on the highway?
To apply for a skip licence contact Ealing Customer Services. Skip licenses are normally processed within 24 hours.

Skip hire
Am I allowed to place a skip on the pavement?
No, except by special permission from an inspector who is satisfied there is no danger to pedestrians or risk of damage to the footway.

Are there things I should not put in the skip?
To comply with environmental legislation you should not put asbestos, batteries, tyres and fridge freezers, chemicals and paint inside a skip. 

Where can my skip be dropped?
Skips can be dropped on private property such as your drive or on the road outside your house. Skips can also be dropped at businesses, offices or factories.

How long is a skip allowed to remain on the highway?
Skip licences are issued for a period of one calendar month from the date specified on it and can remain on the highway provided it complies with the conditions.  

How long can a full skip stay on the highway?
It must be removed within two days. If you know who the skip belongs to please provide us with the details by completing the online form or contacting customer service on (020) 8825 6333.

Are transport containers allowed on the highway?
No, transport containers are not allowed because of their size.  

What are the loading requirements for skips?
You should ensure that the waste is not higher than the skip and it is secure and safe.

Can you tell me who owns a skip?
Most skip hire companies will have the details of the owner's name and telephone number on the skip. If the skip is unmarked we may have the licence details. To report the problem contact Ealing Customer Services.