Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Hallandale Beach
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.
Typically Green or Dark Cart Bin (Trash)
Place carts curbside before 7:00 AM but no more than 24 hours prior to collection. Do not place carts near mailboxes, fences, or parked cars. Carts must be removed after collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
Blue Cart Bin (Recycling)
All recyclable items must be placed loosely together in the blue cart. Do not bag recyclables. Place curbside by 7:00 AM away from the trash cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean, flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper (newspaper, mail, magazines)
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Yard debris
- ✕Glass (Verify with current WM guidelines as this often changes)
Yard Waste Bin
Accepted during the monthly bulk collection week. Trimmings and branches must be arranged in a neat and orderly manner curbside by 7:00 AM on your designated Monday.
Accepted Items
- ✓Tree trimmings
- ✓Branches
- ✓Palm fronds
- ✓Lumber
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once a month based on geographical zone
Placement
Must be placed in the swale by 7:00 AM on the scheduled Monday. Arrange items neatly. Do not place near mailboxes, fences, cars, or on vacant lots.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches, chairs, and household furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Appliances
- ✓ Tree trimmings, palm fronds, and branches
- ✓ Lumber and fencing
Not Accepted
- ✕ Batteries, oil, and paints
- ✕ Automotive and marine parts (engines, tires)
- ✕ Contractor/commercial construction debris
- ✕ Bio-hazardous waste
A maximum of 6 cubic yards is picked up for free. Any trash exceeding this amount will incur a fee. Multi-family units (5+ units) must request and pay a fee for bulk pickup.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste Management typically observes major holidays by delaying service by one day for the remainder of that week. However, WM actively communicates specific holiday schedule changes directly to customers and via their online portal.
Yard Waste Exception
Because bulk/yard waste is collected on a Monday-based zone system, a holiday falling on a Monday will likely shift that zone's collection to the following day. Always verify via the city's bulk flyer.
Residents should check the WM app or the Hallandale Beach Sanitation Department website during holiday weeks for the most accurate, real-time schedule adjustments.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Blue Bin
The most common recycling mistake is placing recyclables inside plastic garbage or grocery bags. WM's automated sorting machines cannot process these bags. All items in your blue cart must remain completely loose.
No Hazardous Liquids in Carts
Never throw household chemicals, wet paint, motor oil, or insecticides into your garbage or recycling carts. These are extremely dangerous and must be taken to a Broward County Drop-Off Center for safe disposal.
Flatten All Cardboard
To maximize space and ensure the automated truck arms can empty your recycling cart efficiently, all cardboard boxes must be completely broken down and flattened before being placed in the blue cart.
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June - NovemberDuring a tropical storm or hurricane watch, immediately stop all major yard pruning. Do not place bulk items or yard debris on the swale if high winds are expected, as they become severe safety hazards.
Fifth Week of the Month
Varies (e.g., January, March)Because the bulk schedule is based on a four-week zoned rotation, any month that contains a fifth Monday (such as January or March) will have a completely dormant week where no bulk collection occurs anywhere in the city.
Spring Cleaning
March - MayWhen tackling major landscaping or home cleanouts, remember the strict 6-cubic-yard limit for free bulk collection. If your pile is larger, you must be prepared to pay a fee or spread the disposal out over consecutive months.
About Hallandale Beach Waste Management
Collaborative Waste Services in Hallandale Beach
Hallandale Beach residents benefit from a dual system of waste management. While the City's Sanitation Department oversees the overarching solid waste program, the actual collection of residential trash and recycling is contracted out to Waste Management (WM). Single-family homes and accounts with four or fewer units are provided with standardized carts. It is critical that these carts be placed curbside by 7:00 AM on your scheduled collection day, but no earlier than 24 hours prior. Placing carts out too early or leaving them out after your street has been collected is a direct code violation.
Navigating the Zoned Monthly Bulk Trash Schedule
If you live in a property with four units or fewer, the city provides a highly structured monthly bulk trash and yard waste collection. Hallandale Beach is divided into four distinct geographical zones—Southwest, Southeast, Northwest, and Northeast. Your bulk collection occurs on the first, second, third, or fourth Monday of the month, respectively. Crucially, if a month happens to have a fifth Monday, there is absolutely no bulk collection during that fifth week. Debris must be placed on the swale by 7:00 AM on your designated Monday.
Strict Volume Limits for Free Bulk Collection
While the monthly bulk collection is a valuable free service, it comes with strict volume limits. Residents are allowed a maximum of 6 cubic yards (roughly the size of six standard washing machines) of bulk items and yard waste combined per month at no extra charge. If your pile exceeds this 6-cubic-yard limit, the city will assess a fee for the removal of the excess materials. Furthermore, once the collection truck makes its pass down your street during your scheduled week, it will not return until the following month, so punctuality is key.
Special Rules for Multi-Family Units and Vacant Lots
The free monthly bulk schedule is specifically designed for single-family homes and small residential accounts. If you live in a multi-family building with five or more units, you do not automatically receive the monthly bulk pickup. These larger accounts must formally request a bulk pickup through the Sanitation Department, and it will incur a fee. Additionally, the city strictly forbids the placement of bulk waste on vacant lots; such lots are entirely excluded from the monthly collection routes.
Accessing Broward County Drop-Off Centers
For times when you miss your monthly bulk pickup or have hazardous materials that are banned from curbside bins (like batteries, paints, and chemicals), Hallandale Beach residents have access to Broward County's drop-off network. The South Drop-Off Center is conveniently located nearby on W. Hallandale Beach Blvd. Residents can self-haul bulk trash, yard waste, and household hazardous waste to this facility, provided they can show valid proof of residency.
Drop-off Facilities
South Drop-Off Center (Broward County)
5601 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd., West Park, FL 33023
Materials Accepted
Hallandale Beach Residential Garbage Drop-Off
630 NW 2nd Street, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a month has five Mondays in Hallandale Beach?
The city's bulk trash schedule is strictly based on a four-week rotation (Zones 1-4). If a month has five weeks (five Mondays), there is absolutely no bulk or yard waste collection scheduled during that fifth week.
Can I put my bulk trash out on a vacant lot next to my house?
No. The Hallandale Beach Sanitation Department explicitly states that vacant lots are not included in the monthly bulk waste pick-up routes. You must place your bulk debris on the swale directly in front of your own property.
Is there a limit to how much bulk trash I can put out for free?
Yes. Residents with four or fewer units are allowed a maximum of 6 cubic yards of bulk and yard waste combined per month for free. If your pile exceeds 6 cubic yards, the city will charge you a fee for the extra removal.
Where can I safely dispose of old paint and car batteries?
Hazardous materials like paint, chemicals, and automotive batteries are strictly banned from curbside bulk collection. You must take these items to a Broward County Drop-Off Center, such as the South Drop-Off Center located on W. Hallandale Beach Blvd.