How do the unit types compare?
Five types cover almost every Florida job. The differences that matter are footprint, whether the site has to supply anything, and what the unit can be asked to do.
| Type | Ground footprint | Power | Water | Weekend price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | About 44 by 48 in | None | None | $150 to $300 |
| Deluxe flushing | About 44 by 48 in | None | Onboard fresh tank | $200 to $400 |
| ADA accessible | 62 by 62 in to 90 by 90 in | None | None | $230 to $350 |
| Hand wash station | 24 by 24 in to 48 by 24 in | None, foot pump | Onboard 15 to 30 gal | $109 to $175 |
| 2-station trailer | About 8 by 16 ft plus tow | 110V or generator | Hose or onboard tank | $750 to $1,500 |
The step that costs the most
Moving from any single unit to a trailer. It is the only step in the table that adds site requirements rather than just size, and power and water availability decide whether it is possible at all before budget does.
The step that costs the least
Standard to deluxe flushing. Roughly $50 to $100 more for a weekend, no new site requirement, and a flush and hand basin that change how the unit is received at a mid-tier event. It is the most under-used upgrade in the category.
How much ground does each one actually need?
More than the unit measures, in every case. A standard unit needs its 44 by 48 inches plus room for the door to swing outward and a service truck to reach it with a vacuum hose.
An accessible unit needs its larger footprint plus a compliant approach: stable, firm, slip resistant, at least 36 inches wide. A trailer needs its own length plus tow clearance, a route wide enough for the tow vehicle, and ground level enough for the unit to sit and drain.
Which type does your site need?
Work through it in this order and the answer usually falls out in a minute.
Start with the count, not the type
Florida Table PR II or Table PR I gives you a number. Get that first, because it sets your budget envelope and often rules the expensive options out on its own.
Then apply the accessible minimum
At least 5 percent of each cluster, minimum one. Those units are fixed and they book out first, so they come off the top of the order rather than the bottom.
Then upgrade what will be seen
Spend the remaining budget where guests or clients actually go. A bank of standard units for general attendance and one trailer for a wedding party or hospitality area serves the code count economically and puts the better experience where it registers.
The rules this page relies on, as published
Every claim above traces to one of these. Each block reproduces the requirement and links the primary source, so you can verify it rather than take our word for it.
What makes the inside of a unit accessible
The 2010 ADA Standards require a 60 inch diameter turning space or an equivalent T-shaped space inside a single-user toilet room, a rear grab bar at least 36 inches long and a side grab bar at least 42 inches long, both mounted 33 to 36 inches above the floor.
| Element | Published requirement | Section |
|---|---|---|
| Turning space | 60 inch diameter circle, or a T-shaped space with 36 inch arms and a 24 inch stem | 304 |
| Clear floor space at the water closet | 60 inches wide minimum by 56 inches deep minimum | 604.3.2 |
| Water closet centreline | 16 to 18 inches from the side wall | 604.2 |
| Rear grab bar | 36 inches long minimum, 33 to 36 inches high | 604.5 |
| Side grab bar | 42 inches long minimum, 33 to 36 inches high, no more than 12 inches from the rear wall | 604.5 |
| Wheelchair space clear of the door swing | 30 inches minimum by 48 inches minimum | 603.2.3 |
A standard unit is roughly 44 by 48 inches inside, which cannot contain a 60 inch turning circle. That single dimension is why an accessible unit is a different piece of equipment rather than a standard unit with a sticker on it.
Source: U.S. Access Board, guide to the 2010 ADA Standards, Chapter 6: Toilet Rooms. Verified 2026-08-21.
What Florida rule governs portable restrooms
Portable restrooms in Florida are governed by Florida Administrative Code 64E-6.0101, which defines a portable restroom as a transportable, self-contained static or flush-type toilet constructed to promote a sanitary environment at remote locations, building sites or special events.
Source: Florida Administrative Code 64E-6.0101: Portable Restrooms and Portable or Stationary Holding Tanks. Verified 2026-08-21.
Hand wash station ratio in Florida
Florida requires one hand wash facility for every ten portable restrooms at special events and at remote locations where food is served.
Source: Florida Administrative Code 64E-6.0101: Portable Restrooms and Portable or Stationary Holding Tanks. Verified 2026-08-21.
Maximum portable holding tank size in Florida
Florida limits a portable holding tank to 300 gallons total effective capacity.
Source: Florida Administrative Code 64E-6.0101: Portable Restrooms and Portable or Stationary Holding Tanks. Verified 2026-08-21.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a standard porta potty?
Roughly 44 by 48 inches on the ground and about 90 inches tall, on a 60 to 70 gallon sealed waste tank that holds approximately 250 to 300 uses between service visits.
What is the difference between a standard and a deluxe porta potty?
A deluxe unit adds a flushing mechanism, a hand basin, a mirror and better ventilation in the same ground footprint. In Florida it runs about $200 to $400 for a weekend against $150 to $300 for a standard unit.
How big is an ADA porta potty?
Between about 62 by 62 inches and 90 by 90 inches, with ground-level entry. The size is driven by the 2010 ADA Standards requirement for a 60 inch diameter turning space inside, which a standard unit cannot contain.
How many guests does a 2-station restroom trailer serve?
Roughly 100 to 150 guests over an evening event. Longer events, alcohol service and a single concentrated intermission all push that number down.
Do I need a hand wash station?
Florida requires one per ten portable restrooms at special events and at remote locations where food is served. Below that threshold it is optional, and at $109 to $175 it is the cheapest line on most event orders.
This guide is a plain-English summary of published regulations, not legal advice. Where your situation is unusual, confirm with your county health department or call (407) 537-0536 before you commit to an order.
Other Florida guides
- How Many Porta Potties Do I Need? Florida Requirements by Crew Size and Attendance
- Florida Portable Restroom Law: The Complete 2026 Guide to Rule 64E-6.0101
- OSHA Porta Potty Requirements for Construction Sites (1926.51 Explained)
- ADA Porta Potty Requirements: How Many Accessible Units You Actually Need
- How Often Should a Porta Potty Be Serviced? Florida Minimums and Real Capacity
- What Can and Cannot Go in a Porta Potty (and Why the Rule Is Not Negotiable)
- Do I Need a Permit for a Porta Potty in Florida?
- Porta Potty vs Restroom Trailer: Which One Does Your Florida Event Need?
- Porta Potty Rental for a Wedding: How Many, Which Type, and What It Costs
- Hurricane Season Sanitation Planning for Florida Job Sites and Properties
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