Weekly permits only
Hull City Council issues skip permits one week at a time, at £36 a week, and only to contractors on its approved list. Processing can take up to three working days, so give your supplier plenty of notice. A skip that breaks the permit conditions costs the operator £216, which is why reputable suppliers handle the paperwork carefully.
What a long job costs
Because each permit lasts a week, a skip on the road for a month-long renovation needs four or five permits, depending on the dates. Factor that into your budget, or ask about a skip on private land, which needs no permit.
Terraces off the main roads
Behind the main road frontages, areas like Anlaby Road and Hessle Road have tight terraced streets and courts with little room for a lorry. When you enquire, describe the access: some streets suit a smaller skip on a smaller vehicle, or a wait and load collection.
Hull has no Clean Air Zone. The skip permit guide covers lighting and marking rules.