Edgecombe County Solid Waste Department Permit Policy

Residents are now required to show a permit to be able to use one of our solid waste convenience sites. County residents in the unincorporated areas, as well as those in the Town of Leggett, who have paid their annual solid waste fee, will receive permits. The purpose is to have a more efficient way to determine who is eligible to use the County’s convenience sites.

Questions and Answers

When will this policy take effect?

-          The policy took effect January 1 2020.

 When will permits be mailed to citizens?

-          Permits will be mailed out by the end of December 2022 to ensure all citizens have time to receive their permits and contact our Solid Waste Department if they have not received them.

What if I haven't received my permit?

Be sure you've paid your solid waste fee. It is billed along with your property taxes. Permits were mailed to those who paid by the end of November '22.  Another mailing will go out in February for those who paid by the end of January. It is billed along with your property taxes. If you paid before the end of Nov. '22 and have not yet received them, it may be delayed in the mail. The previous permit can still be used until Jan. 31st. If you paid and haven't received them by Jan. 15th, visit our Collections Office in the County Administration Building located at 201 St. Andrew St in Tarboro.

Why is the Town of Leggett included with the unincorporated areas of the County?

-          The Town of Leggett does not provide solid waste pickup for its citizens, but instead has chosen to participate with the County. Therefore, Leggett citizens are billed with their property taxes the same solid waste fee as citizens in the unincorporated area.

 What will the permit look like?

-          The permit will be a Static-cling Sticker that should be installed on the inside of the front windshield on the driver's side. 

What is the expiration date for the permit?

-          The permit will be valid for 2 years, from January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Who will receive a permit?

-          Residents living in the unincorporated areas of Edgecombe County as well as residents of the town of Leggett who own a property with a residential dwelling and have paid their current Solid Waste Fee(s).

How many permits will residents receive?

-          Each qualifying property will receive three (3) permits

Can a citizen receive a replacement permit?

-          Yes, a replacement permit can be purchased for $5.00

 Can citizens living in incorporated areas purchase a permit?

-          Residents living in the incorporated areas of Edgecombe County (not including the Town of Leggett) may obtain a (1) permit by paying the Solid Waste fee(s) through the Edgecombe County Tax Collections Department.

What happens if a citizen buys a home after January 1?

-          Citizens moving into a dwelling that is current on payment of Edgecombe County Solid Waste fee(s) should work with the previous owner to obtain the permit placards. If this cannot be accommodated citizens may obtain two replacement permit placards at $5.00 each through the Edgecombe County Tax Collections Department but must provide proof of dwelling ownership, and the property must be current on payment of Edgecombe County Solid Waste fee(s).

What if a citizen builds a home after January 1?

-          Citizens moving into a newly constructed dwelling after January 1 may obtain a Solid Waste permit through the Edgecombe County Tax Collections Department by paying a pro-rated amount of the Edgecombe County Solid Waste fee(s) for the remainder of the calendar year.

What if a citizen rents a home?

-          Citizens who are tenants moving into a rented dwelling in the unincorporated areas of Edgecombe County (including the town of Leggett) should work with the owner (Landlord) to obtain the permit placards. If this cannot be accommodated, Citizens who are tenants moving into a rented dwelling in the unincorporated areas of Edgecombe County (including the town of Leggett) may obtain two replacement permits at $5.00 each through the Edgecombe County Tax Collections Department but must provide proof of residency in the form of a lease agreement or utility bill.

 

For more information, contact the Edgecombe County Solid Waste Department at:

(252) 827-4253