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If you are hiring a skip, the skip hire company must follow conditions and regulations and have a skip hire permit in place before delivering it to you.
Skip hire companies must adhere to specific conditions and regulations and obtain a skip hire permit before delivering a skip to you. The Knowsley Council does not provide skip hire services.
Placing a skip on any public highway, including paths, pavements, verges, or roads in Knowsley, requires a permit. Only registered skip operators can apply for permits on behalf of their customers. Individuals cannot apply for permits directly.
Permits are not required for placing skips on driveways, private land, or gardens.
Permits ensure that skips do not disrupt traffic, are positioned safely, and are properly signed, lighted, and guarded in accordance with relevant regulations.
If you hire a skip, confirm with the skip company that they have obtained the necessary permit. Failure to do so may result in the skip's removal.
You must register your details with us if you want to operate a skip. You can’t apply for skip permits until you’re a registered skip operator.
You will be required to provide the following information when you apply:
To register as a skip operator, call 0151 443 3034 or email skips@knowsley.gov.uk.
Once registered as a skip operator, you can apply for skip permits using the online application form below.
Permit applications are typically processed within two working days.
Refrain from placing skips until you receive approval from the highway authority.
Each permit is valid for one to seven days.
Only one skip is permitted per site at a time, except under exceptional circumstances.
Each Permit 1 – 7 days £24 (subject to annual review)
Penalty for no Skip Permit £105 (plus Skip Permit Charge for days on highway, as above)