Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Cooper City
Florida residential routes generally operate Monday through Friday. Your specific household collection depends on your local county zoning map.
State Mandate
Do not mix yard trimmings with regular household garbage.
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Solid waste and recycling service fees are bundled with your monthly City of Cooper City utility bill.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, In-Person, Mail, Phone
Standard (Existing Carts) Bin (Trash)
All waste must be placed inside the cart with the lid completely closed. Carts must not weigh more than 150 lbs, and extra bags left on the ground will not be collected.
Accepted Items
- ✓Everyday household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Soiled paper products
Blue or Standard Recycling Cart Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables. Items must be placed loosely in the recycling cart. Rinse and dry out all food and liquid containers before tossing them in.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean plastic bottles and jugs (caps on)
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Clean cardboard (flattened)
- ✓Paper and mail
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam and packing peanuts
- ✕Food waste and liquids
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Electronic waste and batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Loose items like leaves or small limbs must be bagged and tied or bundled to prevent spillage. Large yard waste is serviced as part of your monthly bulk pickup.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Tree limbs
- ✓Palm fronds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once a month on your designated bulk day
Placement
Place bulk items curbside prior to 7:00 AM on your collection day, keeping the pile at least 3 feet away from mailboxes, trees, overhead wires, and carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and large household items
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Appliances (doors removed, Freon purged)
- ✓ Bagged leaves and bundled branches
Not Accepted
- ✕ Contractor-generated debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paint, oil, chemicals)
- ✕ Unpurged Freon appliances
- ✕ Construction and remodeling debris
The first 6 cubic yards are free. Any volume over this limit is charged a fee of $16.54 per cubic yard by the City.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Christmas Day (December 25th) is the ONLY day that waste services are suspended in Cooper City. If your service day falls on Christmas, your items will be collected on your next regularly scheduled collection day.
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk and yard waste schedules are completely unaffected by all other federal holidays.
Trash, recycling, and bulk services operate on a normal schedule for every other holiday, including Thanksgiving, New Year's Day, and Memorial Day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Post-Holiday Cleanup
Late December - JanuaryFor three weeks following Christmas Day, Coastal Waste will collect live Christmas trees at the curb [1.1.2]. Trees must be completely bare; all ornaments, tinsel, lights, and stands must be removed.
Hurricane Season
June - NovemberDuring tropical storm warnings in Broward County, stop trimming trees immediately. Do not place any bulk waste or yard debris at the curb if a storm is approaching, as high winds can turn them into dangerous projectiles or block drainage systems.
Spring Landscaping
March - MayWhile undertaking major yard cleanups, remember that contractor-generated debris is strictly prohibited from curbside pickup. If you hire a professional landscaper, they must haul away their own branches and clippings.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Cans and Bottles into Cash in Cooper City?
While Cooper City doesn't have its own dedicated bottle buyback center right in town, you can take your empty cans and plastic bottles to redemption centers in nearby areas to get a little cash back. Broward County participates in Florida's Beverage Container Law, so those redeemable containers are worth a few cents each. Check out places like the recycling centers in Pembroke Pines or Hollywood, which are usually pretty close by and can help you turn that recyclables stash into some pocket money. It’s a great way to earn a little extra while doing right by the environment!
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a New Life in Cooper City!
Got items that are still perfectly good but you just don't need anymore? Instead of tossing them, think about donating! There are some fantastic local spots in and around Cooper City that would love to take your donations. Goodwill and Salvation Army have locations that accept clothing, household goods, and even furniture. For furniture and home goods, consider checking out a Habitat for Humanity ReStore in nearby Pembroke Pines or Davie – they help fund affordable housing projects and offer great deals for shoppers too. It’s a wonderful way to help others and keep usable items out of the landfill.
Keeping Cooper City Clean: Tackling Dumped Treasures and Spotting Clean-Up Days
We all want Cooper City to look its best! If you ever spot illegal dumping, which is leaving trash or bulky items where they don't belong, it's important to let the city know. You can typically report this to Cooper City's Solid Waste Management Department or Code Enforcement. They often have special collection days for things like electronics or hazardous waste, so keep an eye on city announcements for those events. Participating in local neighborhood clean-up events is also a fantastic way to pitch in and make a difference in our community!
Drop-off Facilities
Broward County Residential Drop-Off Center (South)
5601 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd., West Park, FL 33023
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to separate my bulk yard waste from my bulk trash?
No, Cooper City regulations uniquely allow residents to mix bulk yard waste and bulk trash in the same pile for their monthly collection, as long as the combined pile does not exceed the 6-cubic-yard limit.
What happens if I have more than 6 cubic yards of bulk waste?
If your pile is deemed out of compliance for size, you will receive a courtesy notice. The city charges a fee of $16.54 per cubic yard for any debris placed over the initial 6-cubic-yard limit.
Why didn't the hauler take the extra garbage bags next to my cart?
Coastal Waste requires all household garbage to fit entirely inside the roll cart with the lid completely closed. Materials left on the ground next to the cart will not be collected.
Are trash pickup days delayed for Thanksgiving or New Year's?
No. Christmas Day (December 25th) is the only holiday where waste collection services are suspended in Cooper City. Service operates normally on all other holidays.