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🏛️ CITY RULE & WAIT
Private Driveway Placement: No Denver DOTI permit is required when your roll-off container fits 100% on your private driveway or private parking pad off the alley without encroaching into the public alley, sidewalk, or street.
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⚠️ FINE / REJECTION TRIGGER
Street ROW & Overage Trigger: Placing a roll-off dumpster in any Denver public street, alley, or right-of-way requires a DOTI Street Occupancy Permit submitted online via E-Permits along with a DOTI Street Occupancy Request Worksheet and a Traffic Control Plan (TCP). Allow 5 business days for local residential streets (10 days for collectors/arterials; Cherry Creek North requires attending the CCN BID coordination meeting). Unpermitted ROW occupancy carries a $500 non-compliance fine. Landfill scale rate: DADS Landfill commercial/self-haul gate rate ~$55–$85/ton; Cherry Creek Recycling & Compost Drop-Off is free for Denver residents (recycling & compost only, no landfill trash or C&D).
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⚡ SAME-DAY PAID OPTION
20-Yard Roll-Off (6–8 pickup loads): $405–$565 for 7–10 days, or book a 2-person LoadUp crew for 1–3 loads with zero permit hassle.
Roll-Off Dumpster Rental in Denver, CO: 10, 20 & 30 Yard Costs, Tonnage Fees & Permit Guide
In Denver, CO, a 7- to 10-day roll-off dumpster rental costs $330–$450 for a 10-yard bin, $405–$565 for a 20-yard bin, and $485–$675 for a 30-yard bin—driven by Denver Arapahoe Disposal Site (DADS Landfill) tipping rates (~$55–$85/ton) and Denver DOTI Right-of-Way Street Occupancy Permit rules.
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10, 15, 20, 30 & 40 Yard Dumpster Rental Prices & Capacity Matrix in Denver, CO
Roll-off container pricing in Denver (Denver County) is bundled as a flat 7- to 10-day rental rate that includes delivery, pickup, and a preset weight allowance. Use the size and cost matrix below to match your project volume and avoid per-ton overage charges:
| Dumpster Size | Dimensions (L × W × H) | Capacity (Pickup Loads) | Included Weight Limit | 7–10 Day Flat Rate in Denver | Overage Fee ($/Ton) | Best Project Fit in Denver | Local Hauler Quote |
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| 10 Yard | 12' L × 8' W × 3.5' H | 3–4 pickup truck loads (~10 cu yd) | 1–2 tons (2,000–4,000 lbs) | $330–$450 | $65–$85/ton | Garage/basement cleanouts, single bathroom remodel, heavy brick or concrete patio removal | Compare 3 Quotes → |
| 15 Yard | 14' L × 8' W × 4.5' H | 4.5–6 pickup truck loads (~15 cu yd) | 2–2.5 tons (4,000–5,000 lbs) | $365–$505 | $65–$85/ton | Compact detached-garage pads in Wash Park, Highlands, Platt Park, Congress Park & Baker | Compare 3 Quotes → |
| 20 Yard★ Most Popular | 22' L × 8' W × 4.5' H | 6–8 pickup truck loads (~20 cu yd) | 2–3 tons (4,000–6,000 lbs) | $405–$565 | $65–$85/ton | #1 Denver residential size: full kitchen remodel, hail-damage roof replacement, basement finish demo | Compare 3 Quotes → |
| 30 Yard | 22' L × 8' W × 6' H | 9–12 pickup truck loads (~30 cu yd) | 3–4 tons (6,000–8,000 lbs) | $485–$675 | $65–$85/ton | Whole-home estate cleanouts and pop-top additions in Cherry Creek, Hilltop, Park Hill, Stapleton/Central Park & Green Valley Ranch | Compare 3 Quotes → |
| 40 Yard | 22' L × 8' W × 8' H | 12–16 pickup truck loads (~40 cu yd) | 4–5 tons (8,000–10,000 lbs) | $580–$790 | $65–$85/ton | Commercial RiNo/LoDo buildouts, multifamily renovations, and full scrape-and-rebuild demolition | Compare 3 Quotes → |
Rates reflect 2026 local hauler quotes across Denver and Denver County and underlying municipal landfill tipping fees [2]. Heavy debris (concrete, brick, dirt, asphalt shingles) can exceed weight allowances before the bin looks full.
Denver County Landfill Tipping Fees & Per-Ton Overage Rules for Denver Dumpsters
Primary Disposal Facility: Denver Arapahoe Disposal Site (DADS Landfill) & Cherry Creek Recycling and Compost Drop-Off (DADS Landfill: 3500 S Gun Club Rd, Aurora, CO 80018 | Cherry Creek Drop-Off: 7400 Cherry Creek S Dr (near 7301 E Jewell Ave), Denver, CO 80231) [2]
- Official Landfill / Transfer Station Rate: DADS Landfill commercial/self-haul gate rate ~$55–$85/ton; Cherry Creek Recycling & Compost Drop-Off is free for Denver residents (recycling & compost only, no landfill trash or C&D) [2]
- Typical Private Roll-Off Overage Rate: $65 to $85 per ton above your container’s included weight limit
- Most City and County of Denver municipal and private roll-off waste is hauled to the Denver Arapahoe Disposal Site (DADS Landfill at 3500 S Gun Club Rd, Aurora, CO 80018), operated in partnership with Waste Management.
- Denver DOTI’s Large Item Pickup (LIP) collects up to 5 household furniture items and 10 bags on your scheduled cycle, but strictly prohibits construction materials (concrete, brick, drywall, lumber, fencing, pallets) and appliances.
- Under Colorado’s Electronic Recycling Jobs Act (SB 12-133), televisions, computers, and monitors are banned from landfill disposal and cannot be placed inside roll-off dumpsters.
How Tonnage Overages Work: Denver roll-off quotes include 2 to 4 tons of disposal weight. Exceeding your tonnage cap with heavy Front Range hail-damaged asphalt shingles, brick, or plaster triggers overage charges of $65–$85/ton.
Denver, CO Street Permit Rules, Right-of-Way Regulations & HOA Driveway Guidelines
Municipal Permit Authority: City and County of Denver Department of Transportation & Infrastructure (DOTI) — Right-of-Way Services (Street Occupancy Permits) [3]
- Private Driveway Placement (No City Permit Needed): No Denver DOTI permit is required when your roll-off container fits 100% on your private driveway or private parking pad off the alley without encroaching into the public alley, sidewalk, or street.
- Public Street / Right-of-Way Permit Requirements: Placing a roll-off dumpster in any Denver public street, alley, or right-of-way requires a DOTI Street Occupancy Permit submitted online via E-Permits along with a DOTI Street Occupancy Request Worksheet and a Traffic Control Plan (TCP). Allow 5 business days for local residential streets (10 days for collectors/arterials; Cherry Creek North requires attending the CCN BID coordination meeting). Unpermitted ROW occupancy carries a $500 non-compliance fine.
- Local HOA & Subdivision Restrictions in Denver: HOAs in Central Park (Stapleton), Green Valley Ranch, Lowry, and Cherry Creek North enforce strict street/alley staging rules and limit private pad containers to 7–14 days.
- Driveway Protection & Delivery Clearance Tips: Many historic Denver neighborhoods (Wash Park, Highlands, Capitol Hill, Baker) have narrow 12- to 16-foot rear alleys where roll-off trucks cannot make a 90-degree turn onto a short garage apron. If you lack a long driveway and want to avoid DOTI’s 5-day Street Occupancy Permit + TCP process, book a full-service junk hauling crew instead.
Items Prohibited in Denver Roll-Off Dumpsters (Where to Dispose of Them Instead)
Because every roll-off load in Denver is inspected at Denver Arapahoe Disposal Site (DADS Landfill) & Cherry Creek Recycling and Compost Drop-Off under state and municipal solid-waste rules [2], haulers strictly prohibit or surcharge the following items inside a mixed roll-off container:
- Construction Materials & Appliances in Denver Large Item Pickup (LIP): Denver Solid Waste LIP explicitly rejects construction debris (concrete, bricks, drywall, fencing, pallets) and all appliances—requiring a roll-off dumpster or private appliance/junk hauler.
- Electronics & TVs (Banned by Colorado State Law SB 12-133): Illegal to place in Colorado landfills or roll-off containers; use certified Denver e-waste recyclers or book LoadUp in-home TV removal.
- Unwrapped Mattresses, Tires & Hazardous Waste: Mattresses require special handling fees at DADS Landfill (and must be wrapped in plastic for LIP); tires, paint, and chemicals are banned from roll-offs.
Have prohibited bulky items? Check our specialty disposal & in-home pickup guides: Appliance Removal · Carpet & Flooring Removal · Construction & Remodeling Debris Removal · Couch Removal · Freezer Removal · Hot Tub Removal · Mattress Removal · Piano & Organ Removal · Pool Table Removal · Recliner Removal · Refrigerator & Freezer Removal · Shed Removal · Trampoline Removal · Treadmill & Exercise Equipment Removal · TV & Electronics (E-Waste) Removal · Washer & Dryer Removal · Water Heater Removal · Mattress Disposal in Denver, CO
Roll-Off Dumpster Rental vs. Full-Service Junk Hauling in Denver, CO
Not sure whether to rent a driveway dumpster or hire a 2-person hauling crew in Denver? Compare total cost, labor, permits, and turnaround time side by side:
| Comparison Factor | 10–30 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster in Denver | Full-Service Junk Hauling (LoadUp) in Denver | Best Choice |
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| Ideal Project Volume | 4 to 15+ pickup loads (pop-top remodel, basement gut, hail roof tear-off, estate cleanout) | 1 to 3 pickup loads (appliances, mattresses, furniture, or when narrow Denver alleys prevent a roll-off) | Dumpster for 4+ loads; LoadUp for 1–3 loads |
| Typical Total Cost in Denver, CO | $330–$565 flat rate for 10–20 yd bin (plus $65–$85/ton overage above weight cap) | From $70–$85 for single items; upfront itemized pricing with 2-person indoor lifting | Junk Hauling for small/medium loads |
| Denver DOTI Street Occupancy Permit & $500 Fine Risk | Street/alley placement requires a DOTI E-Permits Street Occupancy Permit + Traffic Control Plan (5-day review; $500 fine if unpermitted) | Crew loads in 30 minutes and leaves—zero DOTI Street Occupancy Permit or TCP needed | Full-Service Junk Hauling |
2026 Cost Comparison & Instant Quote Table
| Disposal / Hauling Option | Published 2026 Price | Action / Official Source |
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| 10 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster Rental in Denver, CO (7–10 days, 1–2 tons included) 7–10 Day Driveway Bin | $330–$450 | Compare 3 Quotes → [4] |
| 20 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster Rental in Denver, CO (7–10 days, 2–3 tons included) 7–10 Day Driveway Bin | $405–$565 | Compare 3 Quotes → [4] |
| 30 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster Rental in Denver, CO (7–10 days, 3–4 tons included) 7–10 Day Driveway Bin | $485–$675 | Compare 3 Quotes → [4] |
| Denver Solid Waste Large Item Pickup (up to 5 large items + 10 bags, no C&D or appliances) | Included with Denver Solid Waste service | 🏛️ Verify City Rule [1] |
| Cherry Creek Recycling & Compost Drop-Off (7400 Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver residents) | Free (recycling & compost only) | 🏛️ Verify City Rule [2] |
| LoadUp full-service in-home junk, appliance & furniture removal in Denver, CO 2-Person Insured Crew | from $70–$85 | Check Upfront Price → [5] |
Municipal fees and rules as published by official city/county sources on the verification date; commercial quotes include upfront online pricing via LoadUp and Bark US (affiliate disclosure).
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6-State Regional Municipal Bulk Pickup, Landfill Tipping Fee & Roll-Off Dumpster Hubs (TX, NC, FL, GA, CO, AZ)
Explore verified municipal solid-waste ordinances, county landfill per-ton tipping fees, right-of-way street permit authorities, and city-specific item guides across our 6 covered states:
Texas (Dallas County, Travis County & Harris County)
Landfill Scale Rate: $38–$68/ton commercial scale rate (Free resident drop-off at McCommas Bluff & 6 Houston Depositories)
20-Yd Dumpster Rate: $385–$555 (7–10 day flat rate)
North Carolina (Mecklenburg County, Wake County, Durham County & Orange County)
Landfill Scale Rate: $37/ton (Wake County South Wake Landfill) to $60/ton (Mecklenburg Foxhole) & $65/ton (Durham Transfer Station)
20-Yd Dumpster Rate: $380–$545 (7–10 day flat rate)
- Apex, NC Bulk Pickup · Apex Dumpster Guide
- Cary, NC Bulk Pickup · Cary Dumpster Guide · Appliance Removal in Cary, NC
- Charlotte, NC Bulk Pickup · Charlotte Dumpster Guide · Mattress Disposal in Charlotte, NC
- Durham, NC Bulk Pickup · Durham Dumpster Guide
- Raleigh, NC Bulk Pickup · Raleigh Dumpster Guide · Mattress Disposal in Raleigh, NC
- Research Triangle Park (RTP), NC Bulk Pickup · Research Triangle Park (RTP) Dumpster Guide
Florida (Hillsborough County & Orange County)
Landfill Scale Rate: $38.70/ton C&D & $43.60/ton MSW (Orange County Landfill) to $55–$75/ton (Tampa McKay Bay Scale House)
20-Yd Dumpster Rate: $380–$545 (7–10 day flat rate)
Georgia (Fulton County & DeKalb County)
Landfill Scale Rate: $45–$62/ton at DeKalb Seminole Rd & Fulton Chadwick Rd Landfills ($20/mattress at Live Thrive CHaRM)
20-Yd Dumpster Rate: $390–$550 (7–10 day flat rate)
Colorado (City and County of Denver & Arapahoe County)
Landfill Scale Rate: $55–$85/ton at Denver Arapahoe Disposal Site (DADS Landfill; Cherry Creek Drop-Off free for recycling/compost)
20-Yd Dumpster Rate: $405–$565 (7–10 day flat rate)
Arizona (Maricopa County)
Landfill Scale Rate: $55.00/ton ($40 min) at Phoenix 27th Ave & North Gateway Transfer Stations (1 ton/month free for Phoenix utility customers)
20-Yd Dumpster Rate: $385–$540 private (or $165/pull + $55/ton via City myPHX311)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 20 yard dumpster rental cost in Denver, CO?
A 20 yard roll-off dumpster in Denver, CO typically costs $405 to $565 for a 7- to 10-day rental period, including delivery, pickup, and 2 to 3 tons of weight allowance. Overweight loads are billed at $65 to $85 per additional ton.
Do I need a permit to put a dumpster on the street or in an alley in Denver?
Yes. Placing a roll-off dumpster in a Denver public street, alley, or right-of-way requires a DOTI Street Occupancy Permit submitted via E-Permits along with a Street Occupancy Request Worksheet and Traffic Control Plan (5 business days review for local streets; $500 non-compliance fee for unpermitted occupancy). Private driveway placement requires no city permit.
Does Denver Large Item Pickup take remodeling debris or appliances?
No. Denver Solid Waste Management’s Large Item Pickup (LIP) strictly excludes construction and demolition materials (concrete, brick, drywall, lumber, fencing, pallets), appliances, and electronics.
Can I take construction debris to the Cherry Creek Drop-Off on Cherry Creek South Drive?
No. The Cherry Creek Recycling and Compost Drop-Off (7400 Cherry Creek S Dr) only accepts household recyclables and yard compost from Denver residents in personal vehicles; construction debris and landfill trash must go to DADS Landfill (3500 S Gun Club Rd) or be hauled via a roll-off dumpster or junk removal service.
Need a 10, 15, 20, or 30 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster in Denver, CO?
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Only have 1–3 pickup loads or don't want a dumpster in your driveway?
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Sources
- City and County of Denver (DOTI): Large Item Pickup (LIP) Guidelines (accessed 2026-10-24)
- City and County of Denver: Cherry Creek Recycling and Compost Drop-off (accessed 2026-10-24)
- City and County of Denver (DOTI): Right-of-Way Street Occupancy Permits (accessed 2026-10-24)
- Bark US: Local Roll-Off Dumpster Rental Quotes in Denver, CO (accessed 2026-10-24)
- LoadUp: Upfront Junk Removal & Hauling Pricing in Denver, CO (accessed 2026-10-24)
- Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE): Solid Waste & Electronic Waste Landfills Regulation (accessed 2026-10-24)
Last checked 2026-10-24.