Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Melbourne
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
Trash and recycling services are billed alongside municipal water and sewer utilities on your monthly city statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In Person
Cart with Green Lid (96, 64, or 35-gallon) Bin (Trash)
Carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on the day of collection, but not before 5:00 p.m. the day prior. Face the front of the cart toward the street so the automated side arm can collect it.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Bagged trash
Cart with Yellow Lid Bin (Recycling)
Recycling is collected city-wide every Wednesday. All items must be placed loosely inside the cart without plastic bags. Ensure boxes are flattened to save space.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paperboard
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- ✓Paper and to-go cups
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Cords, wires, and tanglers
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in rigid plastic or metal cans (max 40 gallons, max 50 lbs). No plastic or paper bags allowed. Branches must be cut to 4 feet or less. Do not use city trash or recycling carts.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Twigs and branches
- ✓Palm fronds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By appointment only
Placement
Once scheduled, place items at the curb away from low-hanging trees, power lines, and fire hydrants.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Large household junk
- ✓ Oversized brush (via clam truck)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Contractor-generated debris
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Auto parts
Standard residential bulk pickup is typically included, but you must contact WM (321-723-4455) or the ECO Division (321-608-5080) prior to setting items out to avoid code violations.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste Management suspends residential collection on these five specific holidays.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and bulk collections follow the same holiday delay protocol as regular household garbage.
If your normal collection day falls on an observed holiday, you will not be serviced that day. Instead, your waste will simply be collected on your next regularly scheduled service day.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June to NovemberIf a named tropical storm or hurricane is approaching Brevard County, cease all major tree pruning immediately. Secure your empty carts indoors or behind your home's building line, and never place bulk items curbside during a watch or warning.
Summer Rainy Season
May to OctoberFrequent thunderstorms can wash lightweight debris into the stormwater system. Ensure yard waste piles are never placed over storm drains, water meters, or in street gutters, which can cause localized flooding.
Post-Holiday Cleanup
Late December to JanuaryBreak down all holiday shipping boxes so they fit entirely inside your yellow-lidded recycling cart. Remember that shiny foil wrapping paper and heavily dyed ribbons are not recyclable and must go in the green-lidded trash cart.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turn Your Toss-Offs into Cash in Melbourne!
Thinking about cashing in on those recyclables? While Melbourne doesn't have a dedicated local buyback center for cans and bottles right in the heart of the city, remember Florida does have a state-wide program for bottle and can redemption. Keep an eye out for those redemption centers in nearby areas or larger retail stores that might participate. For metals and other scrap, a quick search for "scrap metal yards Melbourne FL" will point you towards places like Space Coast Metals Recycling. They're often happy to take old appliances, scrap metal, and more, giving you a little something back for your efforts.
Give Your Good Stuff a Second Life in Brevard!
Instead of tossing out items that still have plenty of life left, consider donating them! Melbourne has some fantastic options. The Habitat for Humanity ReStore on Sarno Road is a great spot for furniture, home goods, and building materials. You can also check out local thrift stores like the Viera Thrift Store or the American Thrift Store in Melbourne, which support various charitable causes. It feels good knowing your pre-loved items are helping out neighbors in our community.
Keeping Melbourne Beautiful: Community Cleanups & What to Do with Nasty Stuff
Want to pitch in and help keep our city tidy? Look for announcements from the City of Melbourne or local environmental groups about upcoming community cleanup events. These are super popular and a fun way to make a real difference! If you've got anything that feels a bit too hazardous for your regular bin – think old paint, batteries, or electronics – keep an eye on the Brevard County Solid Waste Disposal District website. They often have special collection days for household hazardous waste, ensuring it's disposed of safely and doesn't end up where it shouldn't. And if you ever see illegal dumping, reporting it to the city is really important so they can take care of it.
Drop-off Facilities
Sarno Landfill / Transfer Station & Household Hazardous Waste
3379 Sarno Road, Melbourne, FL 32934
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Why wasn't my bagged yard waste picked up in Melbourne?
The City of Melbourne has a strict rule against bagging yard waste in either plastic or paper bags. All small yard debris must be placed in rigid plastic or metal containers (up to 40 gallons and 50 lbs), and larger branches must be cut to four feet and stacked neatly.
How do I throw away large furniture or appliances?
Bulk items that do not fit in your green-lidded garbage cart will not be picked up automatically. You must schedule a bulk collection in advance by calling Waste Management at 321-723-4455 or the City's ECO Division at 321-608-5080.
What happens if my trash day falls on a holiday?
Waste Management observes Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. If your trash or recycling day falls on one of these holidays, your service is skipped and will resume on your next regularly scheduled collection day.
Where can I safely dispose of old paint and electronics?
Brevard County residents can take household hazardous waste (like paint, fertilizers, and solvents) as well as electronics directly to the Sarno Landfill/Transfer Station located at 3379 Sarno Road in Melbourne, open Monday through Saturday.