Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Meadow Woods
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
Curbside solid waste collection fees for Meadow Woods are billed annually as a non-ad valorem assessment on your Orange County property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Property Tax Bill, Mail, Online, Phone
Green lid cart Bin (Trash)
Garbage items must be bagged and tied before placing them in the cart. The cart lid must close fully. Do not exceed the 300-pound weight limit. Place the cart 3 feet from mailboxes, cars, and other carts.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Styrofoam and foam packing peanuts
- ✓Plastic wrappers and non-recyclable bags
Blue lid cart Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag recyclables; items must be placed loose in the cart. Ensure all containers are empty and dry to prevent contaminating the paper products.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, tubs, and clear to-go cups
- ✓Metal cans (tin, aluminum, steel)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Flattened corrugated cardboard
- ✓Paper (newspaper, magazines, milk/juice cartons, paper to-go cups)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags, air pillows, and bubble wrap
- ✕Food-soiled materials or dirty diapers
- ✕Tanglers (string lights, hoses)
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Batteries and electronics
Yard Waste Bin
Limit of 3 cubic yards per week. Must use personal 50-gallon (or smaller) cans with handles, bags, or bundles. Bundles and branches must be 3 feet long or less. Max weight is 60 pounds per container/bundle.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Tree limbs and palm fronds
- ✓Small stumps
- ✓Live Christmas trees
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (on your standard garbage collection day)
Placement
Place large items within 3 feet of the curb and ensure they are at least 3 feet away from your roll carts, mailboxes, and parked vehicles.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Non-Freon appliances (stoves, washers, dryers)
- ✓ Televisions
- ✓ Up to four (4) passenger car tires
Not Accepted
- ✕ Freon-containing devices (refrigerators, freezers, AC units)
- ✕ Items small enough to fit inside the green garbage cart
- ✕ Hazardous waste or liquid paints
- ✕ Contractor-generated debris
The weekly 3-cubic-yard limit is included in your annual property tax solid waste assessment. Large amounts exceeding the limit must be dropped off at the Orange County Landfill for a fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Orange County only observes Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day as collection holidays. When these holidays fall on a regular scheduled day, collection moves forward by one day for the rest of the week (e.g., Thursday shifts to Friday).
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and large item collections follow the exact same holiday shift as regular garbage and recycling routes.
There are no service delays for holidays falling on a Saturday or Sunday, and collection occurs normally on all other holidays (like New Year's Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day).
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June - NovemberWhen a tropical storm or hurricane watch is issued for Orange County, immediately halt all major tree trimming. Do not place yard waste or large bulky items at the curb, as high winds turn these into severe safety hazards.
Winter Holidays
November - JanuaryLive Christmas trees are collected on your regular yard waste day. Ensure you remove all stands, lights, and ornaments. If your tree is over six feet tall, you must cut it in half before placing it at the curb.
Spring Cleaning
March - MayAs you clean out garages and sheds, remember that household hazardous waste—such as paint, oil, pool chemicals, and propane tanks—can cause truck fires and are strictly banned from curbside carts. Take them to the county landfill.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Tossed Bottles into Bucks in the Orlando Area
While Meadow Woods itself might not have a specific bottle buyback center, just a short drive into the wider Orlando area opens up some opportunities! Keep an eye out for redemption centers that accept cans and plastic bottles for a small cash reward. Often, these places are happy to take larger quantities, so it's a great way to make a little extra change while being good to the environment. If you've got a bigger haul of scrap metal or old appliances you're looking to get rid of, check out local scrap yards in the greater Orlando vicinity – they can often pay you for those bulky items that don't fit into your regular trash.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a New Home Near Meadow Woods
Before you toss items that are still in good shape, think about donating them! Several places in the greater Orlando area welcome your contributions. You could drop off clothing, housewares, and furniture at a local Goodwill or Salvation Army. For building materials, furniture, and home décor, a Habitat for Humanity ReStore is a fantastic option and truly supports local building projects. Checking their websites will give you the most up-to-date info on what they accept and their drop-off hours.
Keeping Meadow Woods Spick-and-Span: Community Clean-Up Efforts
Orange County, where Meadow Woods is located, often has community clean-up events that pop up throughout the year, aiming to beautify parks and neighborhoods. While there aren't specific recurring events listed for Meadow Woods itself, keep an eye on the Orange County Solid Waste Management website or local community boards for announcements. If you ever witness illegal dumping, it's really important to report it. The county usually has a hotline or online form for this. Reporting helps keep our shared spaces clean and discourages others from doing the same.
Drop-off Facilities
Orange County Landfill
5901 Young Pine Road, Orlando, FL 32829
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Orange County pick up an old refrigerator in Meadow Woods?
No. Freon-containing devices such as refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners are strictly prohibited from the curbside large item collection program. You must transport them to the Orange County Landfill or hire a private hauler.
Does my trash pickup schedule change for New Year's Day?
No. Orange County Utilities only observes two holidays a year: Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. On New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day, your trash will be picked up on its normal schedule.
How long can my tree branches be for yard waste collection?
To ensure safe and efficient collection, Orange County requires that all cut limbs, stumps, and bundles be kept to a maximum length of three (3) feet. Additionally, no single bundle or personal can may weigh more than 60 pounds.
Can I put paper coffee cups in my blue recycling cart?
Yes! Orange County recently expanded its 'Think 5' recycling program and now officially accepts empty and dry clear plastic to-go cups and paper to-go cups in the blue-lidded recycling carts. (Note: Straws and styrofoam cups are still banned).