D.C. street permit: the details
Only 11% of homes are detached houses, so many D.C. projects have no driveway to use. Plan on the street permit.
| Permit | Public Space Permit - construction debris receptacle (dumpster) |
|---|---|
| Issued by | DDOT Public Space Regulation (TOPS) |
| Fee | $50 application fee + debris receptacle $75/month months 1-3; months 4-5 $100 (non-residential) / $125 (residential); 6+ months $150 / $200 |
| Rules | Public Inconvenience Fee per sq ft per day after a one-time 30-day grace period (e.g. $0.030-$0.040 first travel lane); caps per block per 30 days |
Official sources
Read from these pages in October 2026. Fees change, often at the start of the city’s fiscal year; confirm before you book.