What we do not licence within skips licensing
Changes to applications
We will be using a new system for managing licensing applications, which will be in place in the next few weeks. This will mean that the way you apply for a licence will change, you will need to log in to make and manage your application.
This change does not affect skips and highways licensing.
We do not licence roll-on, roll-off storage containers or skips on a red route.
Roll-on, roll-off storage containers
Roll-on, roll-off storage containers are not allowed because they do not meet the Builders Skip (Markings) Regulations 1984.
They are bigger than the maximum measurements of a skip allowed on the highway in Wandsworth.
The maximum permitted skip size is 12 cubic yards (9.2 cubic metres). The use of a grab lorry is not permitted to empty the contents of a skip.
Skips on a red route
Contact Transport for London (TfL) to place something on a red route.
- Email: centrallicensing@tlf.gov.uk
- Telephone: 0845 600 1703
With the exception of Hoarding and Fencing Licences, you must get a licence or permission from TfL for all other items to be placed on a Red Route.