Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Miami Lakes
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Varies by neighborhood zone (every other week)
Yard Waste
Varies by neighborhood zone (bagged in trash cart or via bulky waste pickup)
Set Out Time
7:00 AM
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential waste and recycling collection in Miami Lakes is provided by the Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management and billed annually as a non-ad valorem assessment on your property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Annually (Included in Property Taxes)
Accepted Methods
Property Tax Bill (Online, Mail, Escrow/Mortgage)
Pro Tip / Discount
Special assistance collection is available at no extra charge for residents with disabilities who are unable to wheel their carts to the curb.
Green Cart Bin (Trash)
Bag all garbage securely before placing it in the green cart. Ensure the lid is fully closed. Place at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your designated service days, maintaining at least 3 feet of clearance from mailboxes, cars, and other carts.
Accepted Items
- ✓Regular household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Soiled paper
- ✓Small plastic wrappers and bags
Blue Cart Bin (Recycling)
Do not put plastic bags in the recycling cart. Place all approved recyclables loosely in the cart. Items must be reasonably clean and dry.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Clean plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Dry paper, newspaper, and magazines
- ✓Flattened cardboard
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags (of any kind)
- ✕Bagged recyclables
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Small amounts of yard waste may be placed inside the green garbage cart. Larger quantities must be scheduled as one of your two annual bulky waste pickups.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small tree branches (cut to fit inside the cart)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Two times per calendar year (By Appointment)
Placement
Place items curbside no earlier than 3 days prior to your appointment, and no later than 7:00 a.m. on the day of. Must have a 15-foot vertical overhead clearance and be 5 feet away from cars, mailboxes, and trees.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses (must be sealed in plastic)
- ✓ Yard trash (limbs under 5 feet long)
- ✓ Large household appliances (white goods)
- ✓ Rolled fencing (chain link/wood, under 5 feet high)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Electronics (TVs, computers)
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris (drywall, tile, concrete)
- ✕ Household chemical waste (paint, oil)
- ✕ Automotive parts (tires, batteries)
- ✕ Biological waste
The two 25-cubic-yard pickups are included in your annual solid waste assessment fee. If you exceed the volume limit or need additional pickups beyond your allotted two, you will be subject to a cubic yard fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Miami-Dade Solid Waste Management operates on almost all minor holidays. Garbage and recycling collections are NOT provided on MLK Jr. Day, Independence Day, or Christmas Day.
Yard Waste Exception
If your regular pickup day falls on one of the three observed holidays, your service will simply be skipped, and your garbage will be collected on your next regularly scheduled pickup day.
On unobserved holidays (like Thanksgiving or Labor Day), place your carts out as normal by 7:00 a.m.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June to NovemberWhen a tropical storm or hurricane warning is issued by Miami-Dade County, immediately stop all pruning and yard work. Do not place bulk items or yard debris at the curb, and secure your green and blue carts indoors or in a garage.
Post-Storm Recovery
As NeededAfter a severe storm, standard bulky waste rules are suspended. Do not mix your vegetative yard debris (trees, fronds) with structural debris (fencing, roofing). Wait for specific instructions from the county regarding emergency FEMA debris sweeps.
Spring Cleaning
March to MayThis is a popular time for scheduling one of your two annual bulky waste pickups. Remember that tree limbs in your bulk pile must be cut to less than five feet in length to be accepted by the collection claws.
Local Tips & Community Info
Got Aluminum Cans? Turn Them into Cash Around Miami Lakes!
Thinking about tossing those empty cans? Hold up! While Miami Lakes doesn't have its own dedicated bottle buyback center right within the town limits, you can head over to Miami-Dade County for redemption. Places like Scrap-It! Recycling in nearby Hialeah are often looking for aluminum, copper, and other metals. It's a great way to pocket a little cash and keep those materials out of the landfill. Just give them a quick call to check their current rates and what they accept before you load up the car.
Give Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Miami Lakes
Instead of tossing items that are still in good shape, consider donating them! For furniture, household goods, and even building materials, the Habitat for Humanity ReStore locations, like the one in Miami, are fantastic options. They sell these donated items to fund their home-building projects. You can also check out local thrift stores that support various community causes. It's a win-win: you declutter, and someone else gets a great deal while helping out a good cause.
Keeping Miami Lakes Spick and Span: Tackling Dumped Stuff
We all want our town to look its best, right? If you ever spot any illegally dumped trash or debris in Miami Lakes, don't just walk by. The City of Miami Lakes encourages residents to report it! You can usually do this by contacting the Public Works Department or using their online reporting system if they have one. This helps the city address the issue quickly and keep our neighborhoods clean and safe. Plus, sometimes Miami-Dade County hosts special household hazardous waste collection days, so keep an eye out for those announcements to properly dispose of things like paint or old electronics.
Drop-off Facilities
West Dade Home Chemical Collection Center
8801 NW 58 Street, Doral, FL 33178 (Gate B)
Materials Accepted
Golden Glades Trash and Recycling Center
140 NW 160th St, Miami, FL 33169
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Miami Lakes have a weekly bulk trash pickup day?
No. Because Miami Lakes operates under Miami-Dade County's solid waste program, residents do not have a recurring monthly or weekly bulk day. Instead, you are entitled to two scheduled bulky waste pickups of 25 cubic yards each per calendar year. You must call 311 or use the county's online portal to schedule an appointment.
What is the new rule for throwing away mattresses in Miami Lakes?
Miami-Dade County now mandates that all mattresses placed at the curb for bulky waste collection must be completely encased in a plastic mattress bag or sleeve. The plastic covering must be securely sealed with heavy-duty tape (like duct tape) to prevent the spread of bed bugs. Box springs do not require encasement.
Where should I take old paint or pool chemicals since they aren't allowed in the trash?
Household hazardous waste cannot go in your green cart or your bulk pile. Miami Lakes residents can take items like wet paint, solvents, and pesticides to the West Dade Home Chemical Collection Center located at 8801 NW 58 Street in Doral, which is open Wednesday through Sunday.
Will my garbage be picked up on Thanksgiving Day in Miami Lakes?
Yes. Miami-Dade County Solid Waste Management operates normal routes on Thanksgiving Day. The only three holidays where collection is completely suspended are Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day (July 4th), and Christmas Day.