Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Kendale Lakes
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Every other week (varies by zone)
Yard Waste
Included in regular trash or by scheduled bulky pickup
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Solid waste and recycling collection fees are charged as an annual non-ad valorem assessment directly on your Miami-Dade County property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Annual (Included in Property Taxes)
Accepted Methods
Property Taxes, Online, Mail, In Person
Green Cart Bin (Trash)
Bag all household garbage and yard waste before placing them in the cart. Place within 3 feet of the street and at least 5 feet from mailboxes or cars by 7 a.m. The wheels must face your home.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Bagged grass clippings
- ✓Bagged leaves and yard trimmings
Blue Cart Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables; place them loose in the blue cart. Keep the cart lid completely closed.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cleaned aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs (#1 and #2)
- ✓Newspapers, magazines, and junk mail
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Office paper and cereal boxes
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Glass bottles (often rejected or treated separately in some zones)
- ✕Food-contaminated pizza boxes
- ✕Batteries and electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Small yard clippings must be bagged and placed inside the green waste cart. Larger branches and limbs require scheduling a bulky waste pickup.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings (bagged)
- ✓Leaves (bagged)
- ✓Small twigs (bagged)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
2 pickups per calendar year (up to 25 cubic yards each)
Placement
Place items curbside no earlier than 3 days prior and no later than 7 a.m. on the day of your appointment. Maintain a 15-foot vertical clearance from trees or wires.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and rolled carpets
- ✓ Mattresses (MUST be completely sealed in a plastic bag/sleeve)
- ✓ Large tree limbs (up to 5 feet long)
- ✓ Appliances (refrigerators, washers, etc.)
- ✓ Wooden fencing (up to 3 cubic yards)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Contractor generated debris
- ✕ Automobile parts and tires
- ✕ Hazardous waste and paint
- ✕ Dirt, rock, or concrete
- ✕ Tree removal/land clearing debris
The two annual pickups are included in your tax bill. Exceeding your cubic yard limit or setting items out without an appointment can result in civil violation fines up to $100 or additional cubic-yard billing.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste collection is suspended only on these three holidays. For all other holidays (including Thanksgiving and New Year's Day), collection occurs on a normal schedule.
Yard Waste Exception
Not applicable as yard waste is combined with standard garbage; however, bulk pickups are not scheduled on these three holidays.
If your normal collection day falls on one of the three observed holidays, service will resume on your next regularly scheduled pickup day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June - NovemberDuring a hurricane watch or warning, suspend all yard trimming and do not place bulky waste at the curb. Secure your green and blue carts in a garage or tightly against your home to prevent them from becoming windborne.
Post-Holiday Cleanup
JanuaryThe county offers specialized Christmas tree recycling drop-offs at nearby Trash and Recycling Centers. Do not place whole trees inside your green cart or at the curb without scheduling it as part of your bulky waste allotment.
Spring Refresh
March - MaySpring is the most popular time to use the 25-cubic-yard bulky waste appointments. Wait times for pickups can increase during these months, so schedule your 311 appointment at least a week before you plan to haul items to the curb.
Local Tips & Community Info
Kendale Lakes: Where Your Empty Cans Turn Into Cash!
While Kendale Lakes doesn't have dedicated recycling buyback centers right in town, you can definitely cash in on your recyclables by heading a bit east! Many scrap metal yards in the greater Miami area happily take aluminum cans, copper, and other metals. Also, Florida has a state-wide bottle and can redemption program – keep an eye out for redemption centers on your drives. You might be surprised how much those plastic bottles and aluminum cans add up!
Give Your Good Stuff a Second Life in Kendale Lakes
Instead of tossing perfectly good items, think about donating them in the Kendale Lakes area! There are several fantastic options. Consider checking out the Habitat for Humanity ReStore on SW 107th Avenue; they always need furniture, appliances, and building materials. Local thrift stores like the ones operated by Goodwill are also great places to drop off clothing, housewares, and books. Your unwanted items can help out neighbors and fund important community programs.
Keeping Kendale Lakes Clean: Dealing with Dumpers & Special Hauls
Let's keep Kendale Lakes looking its best! If you spot illegal dumping, which is unfortunately a problem in many areas, your best bet is to report it to Miami-Dade County's Waste Management division. They have hotlines and online forms for reporting. While specific hazardous waste collection days might not be advertised for Kendale Lakes specifically, Miami-Dade County usually holds these events periodically. It's worth checking the county's official website for announcements about when and where you can safely dispose of things like old paint, batteries, and electronics.
Drop-off Facilities
Snapper Creek Trash and Recycling Center
2200 SW 117th Ave, Miami, FL 33175
Materials Accepted
West Dade Home Chemical Collection Center
8801 NW 58th St, Doral, FL 33178
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I schedule a bulky waste pickup in Kendale Lakes?
Since Kendale Lakes is serviced by Miami-Dade County, you can schedule your bulk pickup by calling 311, dialing 305-468-5900, or using the county's online Solid Waste bulky appointment portal. You get two 25-cubic-yard pickups per year.
Why didn't they pick up my mattress from the curb?
Miami-Dade County enforces a strict mattress rule to protect workers from bedbugs. Any mattress placed at the curb for bulky pickup must be completely fully encased in a plastic mattress bag or sleeve and sealed shut with weather-resistant tape. Unsealed mattresses will be left behind and can result in a $100 fine.
Do I need to separate my lawn clippings from my regular trash?
No. In the automated green cart system, Miami-Dade actually requires you to bag your grass clippings, leaves, and small yard trimmings and place them directly into your green garbage cart alongside your regular bagged household trash.
Will my trash be picked up on Thanksgiving Day?
Yes. Miami-Dade County Solid Waste only takes three days off per year: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day (July 4th), and Christmas Day. On Thanksgiving, New Year's Day, and all other holidays, you should place your carts out by 7 a.m. as usual.