Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Nocatee
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Varies by neighborhood zone
Yard Waste
Varies by neighborhood zone
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside solid waste, recycling, and yard waste services are billed once per year as a non-ad valorem assessment on your St. Johns County property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Annual (Included in Property Taxes)
Accepted Methods
Property Tax Bill, Online, Mail, Escrow, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Low-income homesteaded property owners meeting Federal Poverty Level criteria can apply for a Solid Waste Tax Exemption through the St. Johns County Social Services Division.
Personal Trash Can or Secured Plastic Bags Bin (Trash)
All household garbage must be placed into trash cans or securely tied plastic bags to prevent wind or animal scattering. No single can or bag may exceed 50 pounds.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Small, non-hazardous household items
Blue (County-provided recycling cart) Bin (Recycling)
Items must be placed loosely (unbagged) into the recycling cart. Labels and caps do not need to be removed, but all containers must be empty, clean, and dry.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean and flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper (junk mail, magazines, newspapers)
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Ceramics and mirrors
- ✕Garden hoses and wires (tanglers)
- ✕Lithium-ion batteries
Yard Waste Bin
Yard waste must be bagged, bundled, or put in a 32-gallon max personal container. Do not exceed 50 lbs per container/bundle. Loose branches must be stacked neatly and cannot exceed 6 feet in length.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Twigs and small sticks
- ✓Branches and shrubs
- ✓Palm fronds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on regular garbage collection day
Placement
Place bulk items at the curb by 6:00 a.m. Ensure the items do not block the street, storm drains, or mailboxes, and keep them 3 to 5 feet from the roadway edge.
Accepted
- ✓ Couches and sectionals
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Household furniture
- ✓ Other large household goods
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Whole trees and land clearing debris
- ✕ Special waste like tires (without fee payment)
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
Standard bulky waste is picked up for free. Appliances (white goods) can also be collected curbside, but you must first contact the Solid Waste Division to schedule the pickup.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
St. Johns County suspends all garbage, yard waste, and recycling collections on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Collections typically resume and slide by one day for the remainder of the holiday week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste follows the exact same holiday suspension and shift schedule as standard household garbage and recycling.
Holidays not listed (such as Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Independence Day) do not affect the collection schedule. Put your bins out on your normal day unless otherwise alerted by the Solid Waste Division.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June to NovemberDuring active storm threats, St. Johns County may suspend collections to keep high-profile vehicles off the roads. Residents are urged not to do major tree pruning right before a storm hits, as uncollected yard debris can become dangerous projectiles in high winds.
Spring Cleaning
March to MaySpring is a popular time for landscaping overhauls. Keep in mind that whole trees, landscape timbers, fencing, and land-clearing debris do not qualify as curbside yard waste and will be left behind by the contracted haulers.
Winter Holidays
Late December to JanuaryDue to increased online shopping, cardboard volume surges during the holidays. Nocatee residents can take overflow flattened boxes to the Cardboard Recycling Drop-Off Centers located at the Tillman Ridge or Stratton Road Transfer Stations to clear out their garages quickly.
Local Tips & Community Info
Cash for Cans? Find Out Where Nocatee Folks Can Turn Scrap into Spending Money!
While Nocatee's blue bins handle a lot, did you know you can get a few bucks back for certain recyclables? Right here in St. Johns County, keep an eye out for local scrap metal yards. Places that deal in metals often pay for aluminum and other metals beyond what your curbside recycling takes. Also, check if any smaller businesses in the broader Jacksonville area might offer cash for specific items like old car batteries or scrap copper. It's a great way to turn junk into a little extra pocket money while helping the environment!
Giving Your Old Stuff a Second Life: Nocatee's Donation Hotspots!
Got furniture, clothes, or household goods that are still in good shape but you just don't need anymore? Instead of tossing them, think about donating! For residents in and around Nocatee, the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Jacksonville is a fantastic option. They take all sorts of home goods and building materials, and the money goes to a great cause. You can also often find local churches or community centers that accept donations, especially clothing and non-perishable food items. It feels good to help out a neighbor and keep usable things out of the landfill.
Keeping Nocatee Beautiful: What to Do About Piles of Unwanted Junk
Seeing trash dumped where it shouldn't be is a bummer for everyone in Nocatee. If you ever spot illegal dumping, the best thing to do is report it. For St. Johns County, you can typically report this to the County's Public Works or Code Enforcement departments. They have ways to track down and clean up these messes. Sometimes, the county also organizes special collection days for items like electronics or hazardous waste that can't go in your regular bins, so keep an ear out for those announcements. Helping keep our community clean is a team effort!
Drop-off Facilities
Tillman Ridge Transfer Station
3005 Allen Nease Rd, Elkton, FL 32033
Materials Accepted
Stratton Road Transfer Station
250 North Stratton Rd, St. Augustine, FL 32095
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides the residential garbage pickup for Nocatee?
Since Nocatee is primarily located within unincorporated St. Johns County, residential curbside collection is overseen by the St. Johns County Solid Waste Division. As of August 2024, the county's sole contracted residential hauler is FCC Environmental Services.
Can I leave a couch or mattress on the curb in Nocatee?
Yes. St. Johns County allows you to place large, bulky household items—including couches, sectionals, mattresses, and furniture—right at the curb next to your regular garbage on your normally scheduled collection day. No special phone call is required unless it is an appliance.
How large can yard branches be for curbside pickup?
Branches, shrubs, and limbs can be placed at the curb as long as they are stacked neatly, do not exceed 6 feet in length, and weigh no more than 50 pounds per piece. Whole trees and land-clearing debris are strictly prohibited.
Do I need to remove labels and caps from my recyclables?
No, you do not need to remove labels or plastic caps prior to recycling in St. Johns County. However, you must ensure that all items are empty, rinsed clean, and completely dry before placing them loosely into your blue recycling cart.