Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Aventura
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone (Twice weekly)
Recycling
Every other week (Day varies by neighborhood zone)
Yard Waste
Available via scheduled Bulky Waste Pickup (2 free collections per year) or green cart for small trimmings
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste and recycling collection is managed by Miami-Dade County and billed once per year as a non-ad valorem assessment on your annual property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, In-Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Special assistance curbside collection is available at no extra cost for residents with disabilities by calling 311. No rate discounts listed.
Green Cart Bin (Trash)
Place your green cart at the curb by 7:00 AM on collection day, at least 5 feet from obstacles, with the arrow facing the street. All trash must fit inside with the lid closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Styrofoam
Blue Cart Bin (Recycling)
Place all recyclables loose in the blue cart. Never bag your recyclables. Flatten all cardboard boxes so the cart lid can close fully.
Accepted Items
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and office paper
- ✓Clean cardboard boxes (flattened)
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastic bottles, tubs, and jugs
- ✓Glass bottles
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Pizza boxes
- ✕Styrofoam containers
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Small amounts of yard waste can be bagged and placed in the green garbage cart. Large yard debris piles must be scheduled as a bulky waste pickup.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Tree branches (up to 5 ft long)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Up to 2 scheduled pickups per calendar year
Placement
Place items within 10 feet of the street and 5 feet away from parked cars, mailboxes, and utility poles no more than 3 days prior to your confirmed appointment.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, cabinets)
- ✓ Rolled carpets
- ✓ Appliances (refrigerator doors must be removed)
- ✓ Mattresses (must be completely encased in plastic)
- ✓ Yard trash and tree limbs (under 5 feet long)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Microwaves and televisions
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Auto and boat parts
- ✕ Hazardous household chemicals
- ✕ Garbage and food waste
Bulk pickup is included in your annual non-ad valorem solid waste assessment fee. Piles exceeding your annual allowance require a fee or private hauling.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste will not be collected on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, Independence Day, and Christmas Day. On all other holidays, including Thanksgiving and Memorial Day, service runs as usual.
Yard Waste Exception
If your scheduled bulky waste pickup falls on one of the three observed holidays, no collection will occur, and you must schedule a new appointment date.
For missed holiday trash collections, service is typically provided on your next regularly scheduled collection day. Do not leave carts out on the observed holiday.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Ditch the Plastic Bags
Never place recyclables inside plastic grocery bags. The sorting facility in Miami-Dade County strictly prohibits plastic bags because they tangle in the machinery and halt operations. Place all items loosely into your blue cart.
No Greasy Pizza Boxes
While clean cardboard is highly encouraged, grease-stained pizza boxes ruin the recycling batch. Tear off the clean lid to recycle, and throw the greasy bottom half into your green garbage cart.
Keep Electronics Out
E-waste like old cables, cell phones, and lithium-ion batteries causes serious fire hazards in garbage trucks and at the landfill. Do not throw these in either of your curbside carts; take them to designated chemical or electronic drop-off centers.
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June to NovemberBefore a storm hits, refrain from cutting down trees or placing bulk piles at the curb. Wait until after the storm passes and the county authorizes post-storm debris collection.
Rainy Season
May to OctoberKeep the lids on your carts completely closed to prevent rainwater buildup. Waterlogged trash makes carts dangerously heavy for automated truck arms and creates a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
Holiday Season
December to JanuaryMiami-Dade County offers specialized Christmas tree recycling programs. Drop off clean, decoration-free trees at designated Trash and Recycling Centers so they can be chipped into free mulch for residents.
About Aventura Waste Management
Aventura Residential Waste Collection Details
While Aventura is famous for its luxury condominiums and high-rise living serviced by private haulers, single-family homeowners rely on the Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management for curbside pickup. The county provides automated green waste carts and blue recycling carts to keep the City of Excellence clean, organized, and running efficiently.
Maximizing Your Aventura Bulk Trash Allowance
Living in a lush tropical environment means frequent yard upkeep and seasonal cleanouts. Aventura single-family households receive two bulky waste pickups each calendar year, allowing up to 25 cubic yards per pickup. If you have a massive load of palm fronds or old furniture, you can combine these two allotments into one giant 50-cubic-yard pickup by scheduling it in advance via the county's 311 system.
Proper Cart Placement on Aventura Streets
To ensure swift and secure service along Aventura's residential roads, always place your green and blue carts at least five feet away from mailboxes, parked cars, utility poles, and storm drains. Carts must be set out by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day with the arrows pointing toward the street and a 15-foot overhead clearance for the automated mechanical truck arms.
Hurricane Prep and Waste Debris in South Florida
When a tropical storm or hurricane warning is issued for Miami-Dade County, all bulk waste scheduling is immediately suspended. Aventura residents should never place yard trimmings or large items at the curb during a storm watch, as high winds can turn bulk trash into hazardous projectiles and loose debris can severely block critical stormwater drainage systems.
Drop-off Facilities
North Dade Landfill / Trash and Recycling Center
21500 NW 47th Ave, Miami, FL 33055
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides residential trash collection in Aventura?
While many multi-family condo buildings and commercial properties use private haulers, single-family homes in Aventura receive curbside trash and recycling services directly through the Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management.
Can I leave extra garbage bags next to my green cart?
No, all household garbage must fit completely inside the green waste cart with the lid closed. If you regularly have excess trash, you can request an additional green cart from the county for an annual fee.
How do I dispose of an old mattress in Aventura?
You can schedule a bulky waste pickup for your mattress. However, Miami-Dade County strictly requires that all mattresses be fully encased in a plastic mattress bag or sleeve and sealed with weather-resistant tape before being placed at the curb. Failure to do so may result in a $100 fine.
Where can I safely throw away paint and pool chemicals?
Home chemicals such as paint, pesticides, and pool chemicals are strictly prohibited in your green and blue carts. They must be taken to a designated Miami-Dade Home Chemical Collection Center for safe, environmentally sound disposal.