Top In the City of Chicago dumpsters may only be placed in the public way by haulers registered with the Department of Transportation, Public Way Permit Office in City Hall. Therefore, when a dumpster is required by a homeowner, company, or other agency, a dumpster hauler must be contacted for the desired service. Fees for dumpsters will be charged directly to the requesting party by the dumpster company and the city will subsequently bill the dumpster company through the permitting process.