Waste and Recycling

Do I require an HWRC household permit?


Any householder wishing to use a commercial type vehicle to access an HWRC in Hampshire needs a free permit to allow them to enter the site. The table below will help you decide if you need to apply for a permit or not.


YES

NO

Householders who use a commercial vehicle for their domestic purposes. The definition of this is a vehicle that has no rear windows and/or no rear seats, and/or an open back.

Householders who own a domestic car.

Householders who have hired a commercial vehicle for a period longer than two days.

Householders who have hired a commercial vehicle for a period of two days or less.

Householders wishing to use a trailer measuring between 1.8m and 3m in length.

Householders wishing to use a trailer measuring less than 1.8m x 1.2m (approx 6 x 4ft) carrying capacity.

Blue badge holders.


Please note that a Vehicle Acceptance Policy now applies at all Hampshire HWRCs.

You can apply for a permit online, or by calling Hantsdirect on 0845 603 5634.