Household Recycling Centres (HRCs)

If the interior of your vehicle is permanently fitted out with fixtures, equipment and living arrangements such as a bed/chairs and kitchenette, you do not require a permit. If the interior fixtures/equipment in the "living area" have been removed to create a load carrying space, you will require a permit.

Yes, if there is a permanent bulkhead or partition separating the vehicle's seats from the load-carrying area, you will need a permit.

You will receive your electronic permit by email within two working days of applying. Once you have received your electronic permit you will be able to start using it straight away.

If you change your address or your vehicle, you must inform the council by using the online Waste customer feedback (opens new window) form. You will not be charged for updates to existing permits.

No. The sites are not licensed to accept any commercial waste. If your business disposes of waste through the kerbside collection service or through a Household Recycling Centre, you are committing an offence.

The trailer should be measured between both ends of the trailer bed.  This does not include the tow bar.

Yes. If you do not have a valid permit or you become abusive towards site staff you may be asked to leave the site.

If you are borrowing a vehicle from a family member or friend, you should bring the permit registered to the vehicle you are borrowing. If the vehicle does not have a permit, you can register for one in your own name. Only one permit will be issued per vehicle.

If you are using a works vehicle, bring a letter from the business loaning you the van, stating your name and the dates you are borrowing it​​​​ and proof of your Wiltshire address.

If you are hiring a vehicle, bring your hire agreement and proof of your Wiltshire address.

You should ensure that you are insured to drive the vehicle for this purpose.

You can change your vehicle details or address by emailing recyclingcentres@wiltshire.gov.uk (opens new window).

You can contact us by emailing recyclingcentres@wiltshire.gov.uk (opens new window) and we will reissue a replacement permit.

No. Each group will be issued one permit only.

You can cancel the permit at any time however we will not provide a refund.