Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Coral Terrace
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone (twice weekly)
Recycling
Every other week on scheduled collection day
Yard Waste
Included in green waste cart / Bulky waste pickup twice per year by appointment
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential trash and recycling services are managed by Miami-Dade County and billed annually as a non-ad valorem assessment on your property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Annual (Included in Property Taxes)
Accepted Methods
Property Tax Bill, Online, Mail, Phone
Pro Tip / Discount
No specific discounts listed. Free special assistance collection service is available for residents with disabilities or mobility impairments by calling 311.
Green Cart (96-Gallon) Bin (Trash)
Place your green waste cart at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your designated pickup days. Ensure carts are positioned within 3 feet of the curb and at least 5 feet away from mailboxes, parked cars, and trees. Lids must close completely.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste and kitchen scraps
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
- ✓Small household items
Blue Cart (Every Other Week) Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be clean, dry, and loose. Never place items inside plastic bags. Set out the blue cart on your scheduled alternate-week collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and office paper
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans, metal bottles
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, tubs, and fast-food cups
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film (return to retail stores)
- ✕Styrofoam and foam products
- ✕Electronics and batteries
- ✕Glass cookware, mirrors, or window glass
- ✕Hoses, wires, and construction debris
Yard Waste Bin
Yard trimmings should be placed neatly in a pile on the swale or contained. Do not mix regular household garbage with vegetative debris. Major land-clearing waste must be taken directly to a Trash and Recycling Center.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Palm fronds
- ✓Shrub and tree trimmings
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
2 Free Pickups Per Calendar Year (By Appointment)
Placement
Place bulky items on the swale in front of your property only after securing your scheduled pickup date. Keep piles away from utility poles, overhead wires, water meters, and parked cars.
Accepted
- ✓ Household furniture (sofas, mattresses, tables)
- ✓ Large household appliances (white goods like refrigerators and washers)
- ✓ Yard trimmings and tree branches too large for regular containment
- ✓ Scrap metal
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous chemicals, paints, and oils
- ✕ Commercial construction or demolition debris
- ✕ Automotive engines and heavy vehicle parts
- ✕ Unbundled loose trash
Your first two bulky waste pickups each calendar year are fully covered by your solid waste fees. Exceeding the 25-cubic-yard limit or requesting extra pickups outside your allotment incurs additional special collection charges.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Miami-Dade County DSWM operates collections on most holidays, with exceptions typically limited to Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day depending on annual county updates. Check the Miami-Dade 311 app or website for specific route adjustments.
Yard Waste Exception
Bulky waste and specialized yard waste services are suspended on recognized county holidays and resume on the next normal working day.
When a collection day falls on an observed holiday without service, look for county announcements regarding make-up collection schedules.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season Preparation
June to NovemberWhen a tropical storm or hurricane watch is declared for South Florida, immediately secure your green and blue carts indoors. Do not stage large bulky items or massive tree trimmings on the swale, as high winds can turn loose debris into dangerous projectiles.
Post-Holiday Cleanup & Tree Recycling
December to JanuaryFollowing the winter holidays, Miami-Dade County arranges special collection and drop-off programs to recycle clean, decoration-free Christmas trees into valuable landscape mulch. Check local county notices for specific staging instructions.
Spring Landscaping Surge
March to MaySpring yard cleanups generate high volumes of vegetative waste. Utilize your local Snapper Creek Trash and Recycling Center if your yard trimmings exceed standard collection guidelines, keeping neighborhood swales clear and passable.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turn Your Cans and Bottles into Cash Near Coral Terrace!
Looking to make a few bucks while keeping Coral Terrace clean? While Florida doesn't have a statewide bottle deposit law, you can still cash in on recyclables! Check out local scrap metal yards around Miami-Dade County. Places like Metalico Miami or similar facilities often buy aluminum cans, copper, and other metals. It's a great way to get a little extra cash and keep valuable materials out of the landfill. For other recyclables, see if any community recycling drives pop up – sometimes they focus on specific items for fundraising.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a New Home in Coral Terrace
Got items in good shape that you're decluttering? Instead of tossing them, consider donating! Miami-Dade County has several fantastic options. Check out Habitat for Humanity ReStores – they often have locations nearby where they accept furniture, appliances, and building materials. Also, local thrift stores like the Goodwill or Salvation Army are always looking for clothing, household goods, and books. It's a win-win: you clear space, and someone else gets a great deal while supporting a good cause.
Keeping Coral Terrace Litter-Free: Reporting & Community Action
Want to help keep our Coral Terrace neighborhood looking its best? If you ever spot illegal dumping, you can report it to Miami-Dade County's Department of Solid Waste Management. They have a process for handling these situations. Keep an eye out for community clean-up events too! Often, neighborhood associations or local environmental groups organize these. Participating is a fantastic way to meet neighbors and make a visible difference right here where we live.
Drop-off Facilities
Snapper Creek Trash and Recycling Center
2200 SW 117 Avenue, Miami, FL 33165
Materials Accepted
West-Dade Home Chemical Collection Center
8801 NW 58th Street, Doral, FL 33178
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who manages garbage and recycling collection in Coral Terrace?
Because Coral Terrace is an unincorporated community, your waste services are managed directly by the Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM).
How often is my trash and recycling picked up?
Most residential properties in unincorporated Miami-Dade County receive automated green-cart garbage collection twice a week. Single-stream blue-cart recycling is collected every other week.
How do I schedule a pickup for old furniture or appliances?
You are entitled to two free bulky waste pickups per calendar year. You must schedule your pickup date in advance online through the Miami-Dade County website or by calling 311 before placing items on your swale.
Where can I drop off extra trash or construction debris myself?
You can bring household refuse, yard waste, and up to 3 cubic yards of construction debris for free to the nearest county facility, which is the Snapper Creek Trash and Recycling Center at 2200 SW 117 Avenue.