Construction Dumpsters

The Town regulates these very closely, but they can be accommodated in most cases for renovations of existing buildings.  Construction dumpsters are only appropriate sites that either have a valid Building Permit, or one has been applied for, from the Codes Division.  They should:

• Be located to the side or the rear of the site (to the maximum extent practicable);
• Be located on the same site, or in the same development, as the related construction;
• Not be located within a floodplain or otherwise obstruct drainage flow;
• Not be placed within fifteen (15) feet of a fire hydrant or within a required landscaping area;
• Be located outside of any required tree protection fencing and the drip line of existing trees;
• Be removed promptly after the CO is issued or the work has been completed; and
• Be located in a place where the delivery or pickup vehicle can access the dumpster via a permanent temporary gravel construction driveway.

Dumpsters - Permanent

If you need a new dumpster or trash can for your solid waste needs, the locations should be shown on a plan submitted to the Town and the should be screened.  Contact the Planning Division at (901) 457-2360 for more information.

Construction Trailers

Construction trailers may be permitted on a construction site associated for which a valid Building Permit has been issued, or applied for, from the Codes Division.  Construction trailers shall be removed from a construction site prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, or if the building permit becomes otherwise void.  Construction trailers should also:

• Be located to the side or the rear of the site (to the maximum extent practicable);
• Be located on the same site, or in the same development, as the related construction;
• Located outside of any required tree protection fencing and the drip line of existing trees;
• not be used for sales, leasing, residential uses, or hiring for the principal use under construction.

For more information or questions on construction dumpsters, please contact the Building & Codes Department at (901) 457-2310 or by This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .