If you wish to site a skip on the highway the company supplying the skip will need to seek permision on your behalf. Unless the firm is registered as a skip hire contractor with the Council the application must be accompanied by a charge of £17.
To apply please
Complete our Application to place a Builders Skip on the Highway Online Form
phone 0191 211 6181 or 0191 211 6190 or download forms and guidance (pdf 44kb)
Skip Permit Terms and Conditions
Please allow 3 to 5 working days for your application to be processed, if your application is refused you can appeal via the Magistrates Court.
A public register is kept which can be viewed by contacting the address below and arranging a convenient time.
Yes. This means that you will be able to act as though your application is granted if you have not heard by the end of the target completion period which is 5 days from the date of submission of all correct and relevant information.
Building Control Section
Civic Centre
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 8PD
Phone: 0191 211 6181 or 0191 211 6190