1. Solid Waste Collection & Transportation License
(door-to-door waste collection, private waste operators)
Required Documents
- Application Form (Corporation format)
- Aadhaar Card / ID Proof
- Address Proof
- Vehicle RC Book (if using vehicle)
- Pollution Under Control (PUC Certificate)
- Agreement with Corporation / Ward Office
- Employee List (with ID proof)
- Undertaking for waste handling compliance
- Fee receipt
Application Process
- Visit Ward Office / Health Section
- Collect or download application form
- Fill details (operator, vehicle, route area)
- Attach documents
- Submit to Health Inspector
- Site/vehicle inspection
- Approval by Health Officer
- Pay license fee
- License issued
2. Septic Tank Cleaning (Vacuum Truck) License
Required Documents
- Application Form
- Aadhaar & Address Proof
- Vehicle RC (vacuum tanker)
- Fitness Certificate
- Pollution Certificate
- Driver License (Heavy Vehicle)
- Safety Equipment Details
- Disposal Agreement (approved dumping point)
- Insurance copy
Application Process
- Apply at Corporation Health Department
- Submit vehicle & operator details
- Attach all documents
- Vehicle inspection by officials
- Verify disposal method compliance
- Approval from Health Officer
- Fee payment
- License issued
3. Public Toilet / Pay & Use Toilet License
Required Documents
- Application Form
- Ownership Proof / Lease Agreement
- Building Plan Approval
- Water Connection Certificate
- Electricity Connection Proof
- Sanitation Plan (cleaning schedule)
- Staff details
- Waste disposal arrangement
Application Process
- Submit application to Engineering/Health Wing
- Attach building & facility documents
- Site inspection
- Hygiene compliance check
- Approval by Corporation
- Fee payment
- License issued
4. Biomedical Waste Handling (Small Clinics / Units)
Required Documents
- Application Form
- Clinic Registration Certificate
- Agreement with authorized waste agency
- Staff training proof
- Waste segregation plan
- Authorization from Pollution Control Board
Application Process
- Apply via Corporation + PCB
- Submit required documents
- Inspection of facility
- Verify waste handling system
- Approval
- License issued
5. Drain Cleaning / Sewer Maintenance Contractor License
Required Documents
- Application Form
- Contractor Registration Certificate
- ID Proof & Address Proof
- Equipment list (machines/tools)
- Safety compliance certificate
- Employee details
- Experience certificate (if required)
Application Process
- Apply at Engineering Department
- Submit contractor details
- Attach documents
- Technical verification
- Approval by Corporation Engineer
- Registration & license issue
6. Waste Processing / Recycling Unit License
Required Documents
- Application Form
- Land Ownership / Lease Proof
- Site Plan & Layout
- Consent from Pollution Control Board
- Environmental Clearance (if applicable)
- Machinery details
- Fire Safety Certificate
Application Process
- Submit application to Corporation
- Apply simultaneously to PCB
- Site inspection
- Environmental verification
- Approval
- License issued
7. Street Cleaning / Facility Management License
Required Documents
- Application Form
- Company Registration Certificate
- GST Registration
- Employee list
- Equipment details
- Past experience proof
- Agreement draft
Application Process
- Apply through Corporation tender / direct registration
- Submit company profile
- Technical evaluation
- Approval / contract allocation
- License issued
COMMON APPLICATION METHODS
Option 1: Online (If Available)
- Visit Kerala Local Self Government portal
- Register/login
- Select service: Sanitation License
- Upload documents
- Pay fee online
- Track status
Option 2: Offline (Most Common)
- Visit Ward Office / Corporation Main Office
- Go to Health / Engineering Section
- Collect application form
- Fill manually
- Attach documents
- Submit file
- Inspection conducted
- Approval → Fee payment → License issue
Fees (Approximate)
- Small operators: ₹500 – ₹5,000
- Vehicles: ₹2,000 – ₹10,000
- Commercial units: ₹5,000 – ₹50,000
(Varies by service type)
Important Compliance Rules
- Follow Kerala Municipal Act
- Waste must be disposed only at authorized sites
- Use protective gear for workers
- No illegal dumping
- Renewal required yearly
Pro Tips
- Always get Health Inspector approval first
- Keep vehicle + safety compliance ready
- Maintain proper records & logbook
- Renewal before expiry avoids penalty