Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Greenacres
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.
City-provided Cart (Typically Green) Bin (Trash)
All garbage must be entirely inside the city-provided can and placed within six feet of the traveled roadway by 7:00 a.m. Waste placed outside the can will not be collected. Do not mix yard waste with household trash.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged kitchen waste
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
Dual Bins: Yellow and Blue Bin (Recycling)
Sort materials correctly between the yellow and blue bins. Do not bag recyclables. To order replacement bins, call the Solid Waste Authority at 561-697-2700.
Accepted Items
- ✓Yellow Bin: Newspapers, drink boxes, paper bags, cardboard, office paper
- ✓Blue Bin: Milk and juice containers, steel/aluminum cans, glass bottles/jars (no lids), plastic containers
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Caps and lids from glass jars
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste must not commingle with standard garbage. Bags, containers, and bundled limbs must not exceed 50 pounds each. Stack neatly at the curb away from other waste. Commercial landscapers must remove their own debris.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings (bagged)
- ✓Leaves (bagged)
- ✓Tree limbs and palm fronds (cut to 6 ft or shorter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on a designated neighborhood collection day
Placement
Place items at the curb no earlier than the evening before and prior to 7:00 a.m. on your neighborhood's specific bulk day. Do not block roads or sidewalks.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and mattresses
- ✓ Refrigerators, washers, ranges (doors removed)
- ✓ Drywall and lumber (minor repair)
- ✓ Rolled carpeting (cut to 4ft lengths, max 50 lbs)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste and wet paint
- ✕ Contractor-generated construction debris
- ✕ Automotive parts and tires
- ✕ Land clearing debris (stumps, large logs)
Debris exceeding the 4-cubic-yard C&D limit will not be collected for free. Homeowners must contact Waste Management for a special fee quote, hire a private hauler, or transport it to the SWA landfill for a cash fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste Management suspends all solid waste, recycling, and bulk collections exclusively on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste follows the exact same holiday suspension rule. There are no make-up days for these specific holidays; service simply resumes on your next regularly scheduled day.
Collections operate normally Monday through Saturday on all other federal and state holidays.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Respect the Color Code
The dual-stream recycling system requires attention to detail. Paper and cardboard go exclusively in the yellow bin, while plastics, glass, and metals belong in the blue bin. Mixing these streams can result in your recycling being rejected at the curb.
Remove Lids from Glass
Before tossing your glass jars and bottles into the blue recycling bin, make sure you have removed all metal or plastic caps and lids. The sorting machinery cannot process glass containers properly if the lids are still attached.
Don't Bag Your Recyclables
Never place your separated recyclables inside a plastic garbage or grocery bag. All items in both the yellow and blue bins must remain completely loose so the automated sorting lines at the Solid Waste Authority can separate them safely.
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June - NovemberIn preparation for South Florida's hurricane season, avoid starting major tree pruning or home renovation projects once a storm watch is issued. High winds can turn stacked yard debris, bulk furniture, and empty refuse carts into dangerous projectiles.
Spring Refresh
March - MaySpring cleaning often means household hazardous waste. Items like old motor oil, paint, and electronics are strictly banned from curbside bins. These must be driven directly to a Solid Waste Authority Collection Facility.
Winter Holidays
November - DecemberThanksgiving and Christmas generate significant cardboard waste. Remember that all holiday boxes must be flattened and placed either inside or under your yellow recycling bin to prevent them from blowing into the street.
About Greenacres Waste Management
Automated Refuse Collection for Greenacres Residents
The City of Greenacres contracts its solid waste and recycling collection exclusively to Waste Management. Residential properties typically receive twice-a-week garbage collection depending on their specific neighborhood. It is a strict municipal requirement that all kitchen and household refuse be bagged and placed inside the designated city-provided garbage can. Crucially, bags placed on the ground next to the can or overflowing materials will be entirely ignored by the collection trucks. Make sure your bin is positioned within six feet of the roadway by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled days.
Navigating the Dual-Bin Recycling Program
Greenacres participates in Palm Beach County's dual-bin recycling system, utilizing yellow and blue bins provided by the Solid Waste Authority (SWA). The yellow bin is exclusively for paper products, including clean cardboard, newspapers, and drink boxes. The blue bin handles clean plastics, glass bottles, and metal cans. Unlike single-stream systems in other cities, this separation helps keep contamination low and processing efficient. Residents needing new bins must contact the SWA directly at 561-697-2700, not Waste Management.
Vegetative Waste Rules and HOA Responsibilities
Yard maintenance generates substantial waste in South Florida. Greenacres residents are permitted to place routine grass clippings and leaves at the curb, provided they are securely bagged or placed in containers weighing under 50 pounds. Tree limbs and palm fronds must be chopped into lengths of six feet or shorter and neatly stacked. Importantly, the city’s garbage service is not responsible for hauling away debris left by commercial landscapers; tree surgeons and lawn care companies must remove their own generated waste the same day they cut it. Additionally, HOAs using private landscapers for common areas must arrange private vegetative disposal.
Bulk and Minor C&D Debris Guidelines
Getting rid of large household items and minor remodeling debris in Greenacres is straightforward if you follow the rules. Furniture and large appliances are collected on your designated bulk pickup day—just ensure doors are removed from refrigerators and ovens for safety. The city also uniquely accepts up to four cubic yards of Construction and Demolition (C&D) debris per dwelling unit. This covers minor DIY projects, allowing materials like drywall, fencing, and rolled carpeting (cut to 4-foot lengths and under 50 lbs) to be collected curbside without extra fees.
Drop-off Facilities
SWA Household Hazardous Waste Facility
6161 N. Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33412
Materials Accepted
Solid Waste Authority (SWA) Landfill
6600 North Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who do I call if my garbage cart breaks in Greenacres?
If you need a new garbage container or your current one is damaged, you must contact Waste Management directly at 561-471-6110. The city's Public Works department does not replace the refuse carts.
Can my landscaper leave branches on the curb for the city to pick up?
No. According to Greenacres city ordinances, professional tree surgeons and lawn maintenance companies that are paid for their services are legally required to remove and dispose of all vegetative waste they generate on the same day. They are not allowed to pile it for the residential garbage service.
How do I get new yellow and blue recycling bins?
While Waste Management handles the actual collection and garbage carts, the recycling bins are provided by the county. To order new or replacement yellow and blue recycling bins, you must call the Solid Waste Authority (SWA) at 561-697-2700.
Will my trash be picked up on New Year's Day?
Yes. The only two holidays during which Waste Management suspends collection services in Greenacres are Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. On all other holidays, including New Year's Day and Memorial Day, you must have your garbage out by 7:00 a.m.