GoodHandsMoving labor
Guide

Do you need a permit for a moving container in Pennsylvania?

Where a POD, dumpster or moving truck can go in 72 Pennsylvania cities, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Allentown, with the official source for every rule.

Updated October 27, 2026

A man seen from behind loads furniture and household items into the open back of a box truck parked on a city street

Renting a truck or a portable container (POD) for a move in Pennsylvania? Each city sets its own rules for containers, dumpsters, trucks and trailers on the street. This guide lists the move-day rules we found for 72 Pennsylvania cities. Every rule links to its official source and shows the date we checked it.

Rules, fees and lead times change. Use this guide to know what to ask. Then check the city's page before you book a container delivery or park a truck.

At a glance

Rules by city

Philadelphia area · Pittsburgh area · Lehigh Valley · Harrisburg, Lancaster and York · Reading · Scranton and Wilkes-Barre · Erie · Central Pennsylvania

Philadelphia area

Philadelphia

Key rule: In Philadelphia, the Streets Department issues Temporary No Parking (TNP) permits for moving trucks, storage containers and PODs, and you must apply at least four business days before you need the space.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Philadelphia's Department of Streets issues Temporary No Parking (TNP) permits for moving trucks, storage containers or PODs, and temporary dumpsters.

    Source: Apply for a Temporary No Parking (TNP) permit, City of Philadelphia, Department of Streets. Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A Temporary No Parking permit must be applied for at least four business days before it is needed.

    Source: Apply for a Temporary No Parking (TNP) permit, City of Philadelphia, Department of Streets. Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A moving-truck permit costs $50 per 40 feet of space per day in Center City or University City, and $25 per 40 feet per day elsewhere in the city.

    Source: Apply for a Temporary No Parking (TNP) permit, City of Philadelphia, Department of Streets. Checked October 20, 2026.

All 10 Philadelphia rules · Moving labor in Philadelphia

Abington Township

Key rule: In Abington Township, a dumpster or portable storage unit needs a free permit from the Township Code Enforcement Department before it is placed, and it may stay up to 30 days including delivery and removal days.

All 10 Abington Township rules · Moving labor in Abington Township

Bensalem Township

Key rule: In Bensalem Township, loading or unloading a commercial vehicle in a residential district is unlawful except for normal retail deliveries or for moving the contents of a home.

All 8 Bensalem Township rules · Moving labor in Bensalem Township

Bristol Township

Key rule: In Bristol Township, personal storage containers such as PODs or U-Boxes, roll-off dumpsters and bag-style dumpsters may not occupy any part of a public right-of-way, including the street and the sidewalk.

All 7 Bristol Township rules · Moving labor in Bristol Township

Cheltenham Township

Key rule: In Cheltenham Township, placing a dumpster or temporary storage container in the street or other public right-of-way costs $400 per dumpster for 15 days, plus $75 for each additional day up to 60 days.

All 9 Cheltenham Township rules · Moving labor in Cheltenham Township

Chester

Key rule: In Chester, a parked truck or trailer must leave at least 15 feet of the roadway clear for traffic, and a trailer may only be stopped or parked on a street for up to two hours.

All 8 Chester rules · Moving labor in Chester

Falls Township

Key rule: In Falls Township, a dumpster or portable storage unit such as a PODS needs a permit from the Code Enforcement Department before it is placed, and there is no permit fee for placement of 30 days or less.

All 10 Falls Township rules · Moving labor in Falls Township

Haverford Township

Key rule: In Haverford Township, putting a dumpster or pod in the street takes a Public Works permit, which costs $80 for the first day and $10 for each additional day.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A permit from the Public Works Department is required to put a dumpster or pod in the street, and applications are requested by email.

    Source: Public Works, Haverford Township, Public Works Department. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    The street permit fee for a dumpster or pod is $80 for the first day and $10 for each additional day.

    Source: Public Works, Haverford Township, Public Works Department. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Motor homes (as defined in the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code), boats and boat trailers may not be parked within the public right-of-way of any Township highway.

    Source: § 175-23 Parking of trailers, house trailers, motor homes, boats and boat trailers., Township of Haverford, PA, Code Chapter 175. Checked October 21, 2026.

All 10 Haverford Township rules · Moving labor in Haverford Township

Horsham Township

Key rule: In Horsham Township, trucks over 1.5 tons' capacity, cargo-moving vehicles, trailers and motor homes may not be parked on any public street, except while delivering goods or rendering services without impeding traffic.

  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Horsham's street-parking restriction covers trucks over 1.5 tons' capacity, tractor-trailers, cargo-moving vehicles, trailers and motor homes.

    Source: § 217-12 Parking of certain vehicles restricted, Township of Horsham, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    The same rule covers buses, trucks and commercial vehicles in Vehicle Code Classes Two and Three, and bars them from parking on any public street in the township.

    Source: § 217-12 Parking of certain vehicles restricted, Township of Horsham, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Those vehicles may park on a public street while delivering goods or rendering services in the normal course of business, as long as they don't impede traffic.

    Source: § 217-13 Exceptions, Township of Horsham, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.

All 10 Horsham Township rules · Moving labor in Horsham Township

Lower Makefield Township

Key rule: In Lower Makefield Township, leaving a vehicle parked in the right-of-way of any township road is unlawful from two hours after snow starts falling until 48 hours after it stops.

All 7 Lower Makefield Township rules · Moving labor in Lower Makefield Township

Lower Merion Township

Key rule: In Lower Merion Township, a dumpster may not be placed unless the Township has issued a permit for it and the fee has been paid.

All 9 Lower Merion Township rules · Moving labor in Lower Merion Township

Lower Providence Township

Key rule: In Lower Providence Township, parking a utility trailer or boat trailer on a township road requires a permit from the Lower Providence Township Police Department, good for at most seven consecutive days.

  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Boat trailers and utility trailers may not park on township highways without a permit from the Lower Providence Township Police Department.

    Source: § 138-25.1 Parking of recreational vehicles, Township of Lower Providence, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Each trailer parking permit under this section allows at most seven consecutive days of parking.

    Source: § 138-25.1 Parking of recreational vehicles, Township of Lower Providence, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    No more than four of these permits are issued per vehicle each year.

    Source: § 138-25.1 Parking of recreational vehicles, Township of Lower Providence, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.

All 9 Lower Providence Township rules · Moving labor in Lower Providence Township

Middletown Township

Key rule: In Middletown Township, a portable storage unit needs a Township permit before it is placed, and it must sit in the driveway at the furthest accessible point from the street.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Placing a portable home storage unit (PHSU) requires a permit from the Middletown Township Department of Licenses and Inspections.

    Source: § 425-202 Permit required; application; insurance; fee., Township of Middletown (Bucks County), PA, Code. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A PHSU permit application must include a certificate of at least $100,000 in general liability insurance from the company supplying the unit.

    Source: § 425-202 Permit required; application; insurance; fee., Township of Middletown (Bucks County), PA, Code. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    An initial PHSU permit may be granted for 30 days by the Code Enforcement Officer.

    Source: § 425-203 Duration., Township of Middletown (Bucks County), PA, Code. Checked October 21, 2026.

All 10 Middletown Township rules · Moving labor in Middletown Township

Montgomery Township

Key rule: In Montgomery Township, trucks, vans and vehicle combinations over 14,000 pounds, trailers, RVs and boat trailers may not park on township roads between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m., though vehicles actively being loaded or unloaded are excluded.

  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Montgomery Township bars certain vehicle types from parking on any township road between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.

    Source: § 222-26 Parking of certain vehicles within Township limits, Township of Montgomery, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    That overnight ban covers any truck, van or vehicle combination over 14,000 pounds by gross weight, registered gross weight or GVWR, or registered Class 6 or higher.

    Source: § 222-26 Parking of certain vehicles within Township limits, Township of Montgomery, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    The overnight ban also lists any trailer or semi-trailer, mobile home, recreational vehicle or trailer, and boat or boat trailer.

    Source: § 222-26 Parking of certain vehicles within Township limits, Township of Montgomery, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.

All 9 Montgomery Township rules · Moving labor in Montgomery Township

Norristown

Key rule: In Norristown, obstructing the street or sidewalk with any material, thing or vehicle is unlawful unless Municipal Council permits the object by resolution after a written application.

All 10 Norristown rules · Moving labor in Norristown

Northampton Township

Key rule: In Northampton Township, commercial vehicles over 22 feet long and/or 12,000 pounds may not park on a Township street except for service and delivery to the residence.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    The code makes it unlawful to place obstructions such as dumpsters, trailers or pods that are deemed a hazard within any Township street, sidewalk or other public way.

    Source: § 21-114 Obstructions; Overhanging Vegetation., Township of Northampton (Bucks County), PA, Code. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    An obstruction in a public way must be removed promptly when the Zoning/Code Enforcement Director or the Police Department gives notice.

    Source: § 21-114 Obstructions; Overhanging Vegetation., Township of Northampton (Bucks County), PA, Code. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Commercial vehicles may not be parked on a Township street except for service and delivery to the residence.

    Source: § 21-114 Obstructions; Overhanging Vegetation., Township of Northampton (Bucks County), PA, Code. Checked October 21, 2026.

All 8 Northampton Township rules · Moving labor in Northampton Township

Radnor Township

Key rule: In Radnor Township, temporary "No Parking" signs are requested from the Police Department's Parking Department, and the township fee schedule lists a $25 flat fee for seven days.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Temporary No Parking signs are requested from the Radnor Police Parking Department by phone or through its online signage portal.

    Source: Frequently Asked Questions (Parking & Auxiliary Services), Radnor Township Police Department, Parking & Auxiliary Services. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    The township fee schedule lists a $25 flat fee, covering seven days, for placing temporary No Parking signs.

    Source: Chapter 162: Fees, § 162-6 Consolidated Fee Schedule, Township of Radnor, PA, Code (eCode360). Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating over 15,000 pounds may not be parked or stored on any street or residential property in the township's AC and R-1 through R-5 districts.

    Source: Chapter 272: Vehicles, Parking and Storage of, § 272-3, Township of Radnor, PA, Code (eCode360). Checked October 21, 2026.

All 9 Radnor Township rules · Moving labor in Radnor Township

Ridley Township

Key rule: In Ridley Township, a portable storage container needs a township permit ($25 for 30 days), and it may not be placed in the street or front yard; it must sit in the driveway at the point farthest from the street.

All 10 Ridley Township rules · Moving labor in Ridley Township

Springfield Township

Key rule: In Springfield Township, a dumpster or open-top container on a public street needs a township permit, issued only for the actual period of use and for no more than 15 days.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Anyone who maintains or uses a dumpster or open-top container on a public street must apply for a permit.

    Source: § 120-32 Permit, Township of Springfield (Delaware County), PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    The dumpster permit covers only the actual period of use and no more than 15 days from issuance.

    Source: § 120-33 Expiration of permit, Township of Springfield (Delaware County), PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A dumpster or open-top container may not be placed on a public street unless it has reflectors or fluorescent material on all four sides.

    Source: § 120-34 Rules and regulations, Township of Springfield (Delaware County), PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.

All 10 Springfield Township rules · Moving labor in Springfield Township

Tredyffrin Township

Key rule: In Tredyffrin Township, commercial vehicles, vehicles longer than 22.5 feet, trailers and roll-off containers may not park or stop on a public street for more than one hour except while loading, unloading or providing requested service, and may not park there overnight.

All 9 Tredyffrin Township rules · Moving labor in Tredyffrin Township

Upper Darby

Key rule: In Upper Darby, a portable storage container or dumpster on a public street needs a permit from the Department of Licenses and Inspection first, and the permit runs only for the actual period of use, up to 30 days.

All 10 Upper Darby rules · Moving labor in Upper Darby

Upper Dublin Township

Key rule: In Upper Dublin Township, a portable storage unit used to move household goods may stay on a residential lot for up to 14 days, and on a property without a driveway it may be placed in the street only with a Public Works Department permit.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    In residential districts, a portable storage unit may be placed on a lot for up to 14 days when it is used for moving household goods.

    Source: § 255-30.2 Portable storage units, Township of Upper Dublin, PA (Code of Ordinances, American Legal Publishing). Checked October 22, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A portable storage unit can stay up to 90 days with a zoning permit from the Code Enforcement Department.

    Source: § 255-30.2 Portable storage units, Township of Upper Dublin, PA (Code of Ordinances, American Legal Publishing). Checked October 22, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    On properties with driveways, the unit must be at least 10 feet from the sidewalk, if there is one, or from the edge of the street.

    Source: § 255-30.2 Portable storage units, Township of Upper Dublin, PA (Code of Ordinances, American Legal Publishing). Checked October 22, 2026.

All 10 Upper Dublin Township rules · Moving labor in Upper Dublin Township

Upper Merion Township

Key rule: In Upper Merion Township, a portable storage unit may stay on the street no more than seven calendar days unless the Police Department Traffic Safety Unit approves an extension.

All 10 Upper Merion Township rules · Moving labor in Upper Merion Township

Upper Moreland Township

Key rule: In Upper Moreland Township, a township permit is required before a portable storage unit or dumpster is placed on any lot or public street, and one may not stay on a public street for more than five days unless code enforcement and police allow it.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Before a portable storage unit, dumpster or construction trailer is placed on any lot or public street in the township, a permit must be obtained.

    Source: § 240-2 Permit required; application; fees, Township of Upper Moreland, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    An initial permit for a portable storage unit or a construction or demolition dumpster is for a maximum of 60 days.

    Source: § 240-2 Permit required; application; fees, Township of Upper Moreland, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    The permit must be signed by a township code official and prominently displayed on the unit.

    Source: § 240-2 Permit required; application; fees, Township of Upper Moreland, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.

All 10 Upper Moreland Township rules · Moving labor in Upper Moreland Township

Upper Providence Township

Key rule: In Upper Providence Township, the code's noise rules list the creation of loud and excessive noise in connection with loading or unloading any vehicle.

All 7 Upper Providence Township rules · Moving labor in Upper Providence Township

Warminster Township

Key rule: In Warminster Township, parking any motor vehicle on any road or street is unlawful once the Township Manager has declared a snow emergency, until the declaration is rescinded.

All 9 Warminster Township rules · Moving labor in Warminster Township

Warrington Township

Key rule: In Warrington Township, whenever snow falls to a depth of 2 inches or more, parking on township streets is prohibited, with one-side-only parking allowed for residents who have no garage or driveway.

All 9 Warrington Township rules · Moving labor in Warrington Township

West Chester

Key rule: In West Chester, an oversized vehicle (10,000 pounds GVW or more) or an unattached trailer may not be parked on a borough street without prior approval from the Borough Parking Department, except while it is loading or unloading.

All 9 West Chester rules · Moving labor in West Chester

Pittsburgh area

Pittsburgh

Key rule: In Pittsburgh, holding on-street parking spaces for a moving truck or moving container takes a DOMI Moving Permit, which runs two days for a truck and two weeks for a container.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Pittsburgh requires a Moving Permit to temporarily take up one or more on-street parking spaces for a move.

    Source: Moving Permit Information Sheet, City of Pittsburgh, Department of Mobility and Infrastructure. Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A Moving Permit for a moving truck is valid for two days, and one for a moving container is valid for two weeks.

    Source: Moving Permit Information Sheet, City of Pittsburgh, Department of Mobility and Infrastructure. Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    The Moving Permit fee for a moving truck is $50 per truck for a maximum of two days.

    Source: Moving Permit Information Sheet, City of Pittsburgh, Department of Mobility and Infrastructure. Checked October 20, 2026.

All 10 Pittsburgh rules · Moving labor in Pittsburgh

Bethel Park

Key rule: In Bethel Park, the municipal code treats a vehicle parked in one place on a street for more than 72 hours without the Municipality's approval as stored, and storing a vehicle on a street is prohibited.

All 7 Bethel Park rules · Moving labor in Bethel Park

Cranberry Township

Key rule: In Cranberry Township, on-street parking is allowed unless a sign prohibits it, and permission to park where it is otherwise prohibited can be requested from the township.

All 10 Cranberry Township rules · Moving labor in Cranberry Township

Greensburg

Key rule: In Greensburg, trucks, trailers and other commercial vehicles may not park on residential streets except while actually loading or unloading, though trucks within 11,000 pounds, 7 1/2 feet wide, 8 feet high and 20 feet long are exempt.

All 10 Greensburg rules · Moving labor in Greensburg

Hempfield Township

Key rule: In Hempfield Township, personal property being moved out of a home may sit on the abutting sidewalk for no more than three hours in total for loading or unloading, as long as pedestrians can still pass.

All 8 Hempfield Township rules · Moving labor in Hempfield Township

McCandless

Key rule: In McCandless, portable storage units, dumpsters and construction trailers may not be placed in the roadway at any time.

All 9 McCandless rules · Moving labor in McCandless

McKeesport

Key rule: In McKeesport, the zoning ordinance bars keeping or parking a general utility trailer in a residential district outside an enclosed building for more than three continuous weeks.

All 8 McKeesport rules · Moving labor in McKeesport

Monroeville

Key rule: In Monroeville, placing a portable storage unit or dumpster on a property, street, sidewalk or driveway takes a permit from the Municipal Planning and Zoning Department, and the property owner must file the application.

All 9 Monroeville rules · Moving labor in Monroeville

Moon Township

Key rule: In Moon Township, a portable storage unit may not be placed within a street right-of-way, and it may not stay in a residential zoning district for more than 14 consecutive days.

All 10 Moon Township rules · Moving labor in Moon Township

Mt. Lebanon

Key rule: In Mt. Lebanon, parking on any street is prohibited between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. unless you have overnight permission or a permit, and residents are limited to 20 overnight requests per license plate each year.

All 10 Mt. Lebanon rules · Moving labor in Mt. Lebanon

North Huntingdon Township

Key rule: In North Huntingdon Township, moving vans are exempt from the gross weight limits the township sets on designated streets, including the six-ton limit on many listed streets.

All 9 North Huntingdon Township rules · Moving labor in North Huntingdon Township

Penn Hills

Key rule: In Penn Hills, a portable storage container must be registered with the Department of Code Enforcement for a one-time $25 fee before it is placed, and it may stay for at most 14 days.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Before a portable storage container is placed on a residential property, the date and location must be registered with the Department of Code Enforcement.

    Source: § 1278.06 Space and Yards., Municipality of Penn Hills, PA, Codified Ordinances. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    The code defines portable storage containers as leased units for temporarily storing personal property, including for moving household materials.

    Source: § 1278.06 Space and Yards., Municipality of Penn Hills, PA, Codified Ordinances. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Registering a portable storage container costs a one-time fee of $25.

    Source: § 1278.06 Space and Yards., Municipality of Penn Hills, PA, Codified Ordinances. Checked October 21, 2026.

All 10 Penn Hills rules · Moving labor in Penn Hills

Plum

Key rule: In Plum, utility, commercial and living trailers, mobile homes and motorized RVs may not be stored in any front or side yard.

All 9 Plum rules · Moving labor in Plum

Ross Township

Key rule: In Ross Township, placing a portable storage unit or dumpster on a property requires a permit from the Ross Township Zoning Officer, and in a residential district it may stay no more than 14 consecutive days.

All 10 Ross Township rules · Moving labor in Ross Township

Shaler Township

Key rule: In Shaler Township, a resident may keep one PODS-type portable storage unit on private residential property for 30 days without a permit when it is used to help with moving into or out of the home.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A resident may have one PODS-type portable storage unit on private property in a residential district for 30 days without a permit.

    Source: § 225-92 Limitations and regulations for dumpsters and PODS®, Township of Shaler, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    That permit-free period applies when the unit is used to help with moving into or out of the home, or another lawful use not involving construction or a catastrophe.

    Source: § 225-92 Limitations and regulations for dumpsters and PODS®, Township of Shaler, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A resident may not have a PODS-type unit for more than 60 days a year in total, with or without a permit, except after a disaster or catastrophe.

    Source: § 225-92 Limitations and regulations for dumpsters and PODS®, Township of Shaler, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.

All 10 Shaler Township rules · Moving labor in Shaler Township

Lehigh Valley

Allentown

Key rule: In Allentown, putting a temporary obstruction such as a dumpster in the street right-of-way needs a use permit from the Director of Community and Economic Development, and any dumpster in the cartway must be marked with reflective tape.

All 10 Allentown rules · Moving labor in Allentown

Bethlehem

Key rule: In Bethlehem, the city code requires a $20 permit from the City Treasurer before household goods are moved in bulk, and that permit also exempts the moving vehicle from the city's truck-parking limits.

All 10 Bethlehem rules · Moving labor in Bethlehem

Easton

Key rule: In Easton, moving household goods into, out of or within the city needs a $25 moving permit from the Director of Finance, and a portable storage container used for the move needs its own Police Department permit, applied for at least five days before delivery.

All 10 Easton rules · Moving labor in Easton

Lower Macungie Township

Key rule: In Lower Macungie Township, moving personal property in bulk into, out of or within the township requires a moving permit from the township, which is issued without charge.

All 9 Lower Macungie Township rules · Moving labor in Lower Macungie Township

Upper Macungie Township

Key rule: In Upper Macungie Township, a dumpster or portable storage container such as a POD may not be placed on a township street without a township permit, which lasts no more than 30 days.

All 10 Upper Macungie Township rules · Moving labor in Upper Macungie Township

Whitehall Township

Key rule: In Whitehall Township, moving household goods in bulk requires a permit from the Township Treasurer, and anyone in the moving business must verify that the permit was issued before the move.

All 10 Whitehall Township rules · Moving labor in Whitehall Township

Harrisburg, Lancaster and York

Harrisburg

Key rule: In Harrisburg, a dumpster, trailer or PODS-style storage container placed on your property or on the street next to it needs a special city permit, which costs $50 and is valid for 30 days.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Harrisburg requires a special permit before a temporary disposal or storage unit is placed on a property or on the street next to it.

    Source: Chapter 8-309: Temporary Disposal and Storage Unit Regulations, City of Harrisburg, Codified Ordinances (eCode360). Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Under Harrisburg's code, temporary disposal or storage units include dumpsters, trailers and portable on-demand storage (PODS) containers.

    Source: Chapter 8-309: Temporary Disposal and Storage Unit Regulations, City of Harrisburg, Codified Ordinances (eCode360). Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A temporary disposal or storage unit permit application is filed in triplicate with a $50 fee, which is not returned if the application is revoked.

    Source: Chapter 8-309: Temporary Disposal and Storage Unit Regulations, City of Harrisburg, Codified Ordinances (eCode360). Checked October 20, 2026.

All 10 Harrisburg rules · Moving labor in Harrisburg

Derry Township

Key rule: In Derry Township, it is unlawful to park or store boats or trailers, defined as any vehicle designed to be towed by a motor vehicle, on any street or highway in the township.

All 10 Derry Township rules · Moving labor in Derry Township

East Hempfield Township

Key rule: In East Hempfield Township, the noise code's list of prohibited noise disturbances covers loading, unloading or other handling of boxes, crates and containers between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.

  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    The parking code makes it a violation to park a vehicle over 10,000 pounds registered weight in a residential area, except for the time needed to make deliveries.

    Source: § 180-2 Violations, Township of East Hempfield, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    The zoning code permits storing or parking a commercial truck on a residential lot or a public right-of-way for no more than five consecutive business days.

    Source: § 270-4.7 Outdoor storage, Township of East Hempfield, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    For that zoning rule, commercial trucks include those over 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight, counting the truck plus its payload.

    Source: § 270-4.7 Outdoor storage, Township of East Hempfield, PA, Code of Ordinances. Checked October 24, 2026.

All 10 East Hempfield Township rules · Moving labor in East Hempfield Township

Hampden Township

Key rule: In Hampden Township, no one may occupy, open or excavate in a township street without first getting a permit from the township.

All 8 Hampden Township rules · Moving labor in Hampden Township

Lancaster

Key rule: In Lancaster, a permit is required to place any dumpster or other container in a city right-of-way, and the Bureau of Engineering's permit is valid for 90 days and cannot be renewed.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Lancaster requires a permit to place any dumpster or other container in a city right-of-way.

    Source: Chapter 285, Article V: Residential and Market Area Parking Permits (§ 285-45 Dumpster permits required), City of Lancaster, Code of Ordinances (eCode360). Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Lancaster's dumpster or container permit is valid for 90 days and cannot be renewed; a new permit is needed after that.

    Source: Dumpster Permit Application (rev. 01.2023), City of Lancaster, Department of Public Works, Bureau of Engineering. Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A permitted container or dumpster may not be placed within 20 feet of a fire hydrant or within 25 feet of an intersection, driveway or alley.

    Source: Dumpster Permit Application (rev. 01.2023), City of Lancaster, Department of Public Works, Bureau of Engineering. Checked October 20, 2026.

All 10 Lancaster rules · Moving labor in Lancaster

Lebanon

Key rule: In Lebanon, a dumpster in the public right-of-way needs a Department of Public Works permit, issued for no more than 30 calendar days, and a ten-yard container costs $2 a day for the first 30 days.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Lebanon requires a permit for each dumpster placed in any public right-of-way in the city.

    Source: Article 911: Dumpsters in a Public Right-Of-Way, City of Lebanon, Codified Ordinances (eCode360). Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    The dumpster owner, lessee or an agent applies to the Department of Public Works for the permit, which must be displayed conspicuously on the premises.

    Source: Article 911: Dumpsters in a Public Right-Of-Way, City of Lebanon, Codified Ordinances (eCode360). Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A right-of-way dumpster permit is issued for no more than 30 calendar days at a time.

    Source: Article 911: Dumpsters in a Public Right-Of-Way, City of Lebanon, Codified Ordinances (eCode360). Checked October 20, 2026.

All 10 Lebanon rules · Moving labor in Lebanon

Lower Paxton Township

Key rule: In Lower Paxton Township, a camper, trailer, boat or any similar vehicle that is not self-propelled may not be parked or left standing on any public street at any time.

All 9 Lower Paxton Township rules · Moving labor in Lower Paxton Township

Manheim Township

Key rule: In Manheim Township, dumpsters and portable storage units belong on driveways, and one may go on a public street only with a $50 Police Department permit when no reasonable alternative location exists.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Dumpsters and portable storage units such as PODS are to be kept on driveways, and are allowed on a public street only temporarily when no reasonable alternative exists.

    Source: Dumpsters/Storage Units on Public Streets, Manheim Township Police Department. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Placing a dumpster or portable storage unit on a Township street requires a permit from the Manheim Township Police Department.

    Source: Dumpsters/Storage Units on Public Streets, Manheim Township Police Department. Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    The Police Department needs at least five business days to decide on a street-placement permit, and a denied unit may not be placed on the street.

    Source: Dumpsters/Storage Units on Public Streets, Manheim Township Police Department. Checked October 21, 2026.

All 10 Manheim Township rules · Moving labor in Manheim Township

Springettsbury Township

Key rule: In Springettsbury Township, placing a portable storage unit requires a township permit, the unit must sit out of the public right-of-way on a paved surface, and in a residential district it may stay no more than three consecutive days.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A permit is required before placing one or more portable storage units on a property you own, rent, occupy or control.

    Source: § 325-127 Portable storage containers, Township of Springettsbury, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Only one portable storage unit is allowed per site, and it may be no larger than 8 feet wide, 16 feet long and 8 feet high.

    Source: § 325-127 Portable storage containers, Township of Springettsbury, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    In a residential district, a portable storage unit may stay no more than three consecutive days.

    Source: § 325-127 Portable storage containers, Township of Springettsbury, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.

All 9 Springettsbury Township rules · Moving labor in Springettsbury Township

Susquehanna Township

Key rule: In Susquehanna Township, a dumpster, collection bin or other nonmotorized vehicle may not be left on a township street without a township permit and reflectors or safety devices in place.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    A dumpster, collection bin or other nonmotorized vehicle may not be left on a township street without a township permit.

    Source: § 15-405 Parking Prohibited by Type of Vehicle, Township of Susquehanna, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Reflectors or safety devices must also be placed so vehicles don't collide with the dumpster, bin or vehicle.

    Source: § 15-405 Parking Prohibited by Type of Vehicle, Township of Susquehanna, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Trucks, truck-tractors or combinations taller than 9 feet, longer than 30 feet or heavier than 20,000 pounds may not be parked on township streets.

    Source: § 15-405 Parking Prohibited by Type of Vehicle, Township of Susquehanna, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.

All 9 Susquehanna Township rules · Moving labor in Susquehanna Township

Swatara Township

Key rule: In Swatara Township, it is unlawful to park, place or leave any object other than a self-propelled motor vehicle in the paved cartway of a township street, alley or way.

  • Containers, trucks and the street

    Swatara Township's code makes it unlawful to park, place or allow to remain any object other than a motor vehicle in the cartway of a township street, alley or way.

    Source: § 249-29 Obstructing of cartways prohibited, Township of Swatara, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    For this rule, the cartway is the paved or improved part of a street, alley or way, and a motor vehicle is one that is self-propelled.

    Source: § 249-28 Definitions, Township of Swatara, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    The township may remove and impound any nonmotorized object or vehicle found in the cartway of its streets or alleys.

    Source: § 249-30 Authority to remove and impound, Township of Swatara, PA (Code of Ordinances, eCode360). Checked October 22, 2026.

All 9 Swatara Township rules · Moving labor in Swatara Township

York

Key rule: In York, the city code's ban on parking trailers and three-axle trucks on residential streets does not apply to any vehicle involved in moving household goods.

  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    York's code says nothing in its trailer and truck parking article prohibits parking any vehicle involved in moving household goods.

    Source: Codified Ordinances, Article 525: Trailers, City of York, Codified Ordinances. Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Trailers, semi-trailers and three-axle trucks may not stand or park on streets in York's residential zoning districts, including the single-family and mixed residential districts.

    Source: Codified Ordinances, Article 525: Trailers, City of York, Codified Ordinances. Checked October 20, 2026.
  • Containers, trucks and the street

    York requires a permit for dumpsters and dumpster bags placed in the public right-of-way, but not for those placed on private property.

    Source: Bureau of Permits and Inspections, City of York, Department of Economic and Community Development. Checked October 20, 2026.

All 9 York rules · Moving labor in York

Reading

Reading

Key rule: In Reading, a daily parking permit from the Reading Parking Authority gets no-parking signs posted to hold curb space, but it must be requested at least 24 hours ahead (by the preceding Thursday for a Monday).

All 10 Reading rules · Moving labor in Reading

Exeter Township

Key rule: In Exeter Township, no dumpster may be placed on any township road or road right-of-way.

All 10 Exeter Township rules · Moving labor in Exeter Township

Spring Township

Key rule: In Spring Township, from October 15 through April 15, any vehicle other than a passenger car, station wagon or truck registered under 9,000 pounds may not stay parked on a public street for more than 24 consecutive hours.

  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    From October 15 through April 15, any vehicle other than a passenger car, station wagon or truck registered under 9,000 pounds may not stay parked on a public street for more than 24 consecutive hours.

    Source: Article III: Parking Regulations - Township of Spring, PA, Township of Spring, Berks County (eCode360). Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    The seasonal 24-hour limit exempts passenger cars, station wagons and trucks with a registered gross weight under 9,000 pounds.

    Source: Article III: Parking Regulations - Township of Spring, PA, Township of Spring, Berks County (eCode360). Checked October 21, 2026.
  • Trucks, trailers and large vehicles

    Vehicles of 25,001 pounds gross weight or more may not park at any time at certain listed locations in the township.

    Source: Article III: Parking Regulations - Township of Spring, PA, Township of Spring, Berks County (eCode360). Checked October 21, 2026.

All 9 Spring Township rules · Moving labor in Spring Township

Scranton and Wilkes-Barre

Scranton

Key rule: In Scranton, trucks, trailers and other vehicles bigger than a car, van, SUV or pickup may not be left standing on public streets in residence districts, although vehicles actually making deliveries or rendering services at the adjacent property are exempt.

All 10 Scranton rules · Moving labor in Scranton

Hazleton

Key rule: In Hazleton, moving household goods in bulk into, out of or within the city when you change residence requires a moving permit from the License and Permits Office at City Hall.

All 10 Hazleton rules · Moving labor in Hazleton

Wilkes-Barre

Key rule: In Wilkes-Barre, a portable storage container (POD) or dumpster in the public right-of-way needs a $30 permit from the building inspection office, and a POD may stay for a maximum of five consecutive days.

All 10 Wilkes-Barre rules · Moving labor in Wilkes-Barre

Erie

Erie

Key rule: In Erie, from November 1 through March 31, streets in the inner City parking area follow posted odd-even parking, and a declared snow emergency puts odd-even parking in effect 24/7 and through the weekend.

All 10 Erie rules · Moving labor in Erie

Millcreek Township

Key rule: In Millcreek Township, a temporary storage facility may not be placed on a lot until the Zoning Officer issues a permit, and the permit covers no more than 45 days in a calendar year.

All 9 Millcreek Township rules · Moving labor in Millcreek Township

Central Pennsylvania

State College

Key rule: In State College, the borough code prohibits parking on all borough streets between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., so plan to move a rental truck off the street overnight unless the Parking Department grants an exception.

All 10 State College rules · Moving labor in State College

Altoona

Key rule: In Altoona, a trailer may not be parked on any city street or alley unless it is attached to a motor vehicle, and closing or materially blocking a street or alley requires 48 hours' notice to the Public Works Department and its approval.

All 10 Altoona rules · Moving labor in Altoona

Williamsport

Key rule: In Williamsport, a trailer may not be parked on any city street unless it is still attached to a vehicle that can pull it, and no vehicle may sit in one spot on a street for more than 72 hours.

All 9 Williamsport rules · Moving labor in Williamsport

What to ask before delivery day

  • Can the container go in my driveway, and does that need a permit here?
  • If it has to go in the street, who applies for the permit: me or the container company?
  • How long can it stay, and how far ahead do I need to apply?
  • Are there placement limits, such as distance from corners, driveways or hydrants?
  • Can a rental truck park on my street while we load, and for how long?
  • If it snows, will the street be plowed, and where can the truck stand?

Need help with loading and unloading?

A GoodHands crew loads and unloads your rental truck or container. Tell us about your move. We'll show how many helpers you need and for how long.

Get moving help