You need a permit to deposit your household waste at any of Gateshead's Household Waste and Recycling Centres if you use:
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a van;
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pick-up;
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or tow a trailer.
Car users will be unaffected by this scheme.
Permits will only be issued to Gateshead and Sunderland residents.
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A single permit is required per site visit, although you may request up to 5 permits per application.
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Permits are valid for a 28 day period starting from the date you specify.
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Applications that meet necessary requirements will have permits issued within three working days of receipt.
Applying for a permit
You can apply for a permit by using one of the following methods:
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Apply online.
(Permits cannot be directly printed online, but are sent through the postal service. Most applications received before 12 noon will be put in the post first class on the same day)
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Download an application form on the right-hand side, complete and return to the address listed.
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Telephone 0191 433 7000 to complete an application form over the phone
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Pick up an application form at the following locations (applications must still be posted to the listed address for processing):
Incomplete applications may result in a delay or refusal of permission. It is strongly advised that a daytime telephone number is supplied to enable faster processing in the event of any queries with your application.
Permits will be issued within three working days of receipt of applications that meet necessary requirements. A seperate permit will be required for every load deposited at a site - but you can apply for more than one permit at a time up to a maximum of five per application. The permits are now valid for a 28 day period, starting on the date you specify.
Fly tipping of rubbish is illegal. It carries a maximum penalty £20,000 and / or 2 years imprisonment.