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RSSApply for a Landfill, Liquid Waste Facility, and/or Transfer Station Permit
Permit application requirements for landfills, liquid waste handling facilities and transfer stations are set forth in Rules and Regulations for Landfills, Liquid Waste Handling Facilities and Transfer Stations Operated within the City of Chicago.
For ease of use, this document has been divided into four sections:
- Landfill/Waste Handling Permit Application Instructions
- Landfill Facility Permit Requirements
- Liquid Waste Facility Permit Requirements
All permit applicants should read Landfill/Waste Handling Permit Application Instructions. The remaining files describe specific requirements for landfill facilities, liquid waste facilities and transfer stations. Read only those sections that apply to you.
Please note: prior to receiving an operating permit, applicants must meet the financial security requirements described in Section 11-4-370 of the Municipal Code of Chicago and in the document Regulations and Security Requirements.
To apply for a landfill, liquid waste facility, and/or transfer station permit:
- Prepare the required permit application. A permit application consists of a design report and operating plan prepared in accordance with applicable sections of Rules and Regulations for Landfills, Liquid Waste Handling Facilities and Transfer Stations.
- Attach a check or money order payable to the City of Chicago for the permit fee. Determine the fee amount.
- Mail the application and payment to:
Attn: Landfill, liquid waste, transfer facility permit
Chicago Department of Public Health
333 South State Street
Suite 200
Chicago IL 60604
4. A permit will be mailed to you when your application is approved and
applicable financial security requirements have been met. DOE permit staff
may contact you for additional information or to request a meeting prior to
approving a permit application.
For questions please call 312.745-3136.
Department Main Office
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