Dumpster Enclosure Permit

DUMPSTER ENCLOSURES PERMIT INSTRUCTIONS
North Miami’s Code of Ordinances requires all dumpsters to be enclosed. Each enclosure shall:
1) Be constructed on a concrete slab, asphalt surface or impervious pavers.
2) Have walls that are a minimum of 5 ft. and a maximum of 6ft. in height.
3) Shall be constructed of masonry (CBS wall); chain link fencing with vinyl slats (to assure opacity of the enclosure); wood fencing.
4) Have an access gate of sufficient size to remove the container from the enclosure. **Please note that the gate cannot open into a drive lane or across the sidewalk.
5) Have a working lock on the gate. The gate must be closed and secured at all times when the trash is not being emptied.
6) An impervious area shall be provided for the area between the enclosure and the street, alley or other public right of way from which the container will be serviced. The following attached examples A, B, and C, are of acceptable enclosure