FREE CURBSIDE BULK WASTE COLLECTION

Atlanta City Manager Danica Porter said that free bulk waste curbside collection is scheduled in Atlanta from May 19th through May 23rd. “Bulk waste will be collected at the same time as our customer’s polycart is serviced, so make sure everything’s out curbside before the trash trucks arrive”, Danica said. She added, “We have a limit of 3 cubic yards of bulk waste this year, which is about the size of a pickup bed.”

“This is a great opportunity to make the community more attractive, get rid of unwanted junk and save money and time by avoiding trips to the landfill”, Porter said.

Acceptable items include household furniture, outdoor furniture, clothing, green waste (properly bagged), sticks and limbs that are bundled not exceeding four feet.

There are some limitations. Pick-up will be limited to 3 cubic yards, which is about the size of a pick-up bed. The City will not accept white good or appliances, electronic waste, TV’s, tires, paints, oil, batteries or other hazardous waste. The City also reserves the right the refuse any item deemed to pose a health or safety risk. Unacceptable items will be left at the curb.