Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for North Miami
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.
Dark Green Bin (Trash)
All household garbage must be securely bagged before being placed inside the dark green cart. The lid must close completely. Place the cart within 4 feet of the curb with the handle facing your home.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food scraps
- ✓Plastic wrappers and non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Small yard waste (if it fits inside)
Olive Green Bin (Recycling)
Empty all bottles and remove their caps before placing items loosely into the olive green cart. Never bag your recyclables. Ensure the lid arrows point toward the street.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean paper and flattened cardboard
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum, steel, and tin cans
- ✓Rigid plastic containers
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and films
- ✕Extension cords and hangers
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Pizza boxes and food-soiled paper
- ✕Toys and electronics
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
Place yard waste curbside alongside your weekly bulk trash. The combined pile of bulk and yard waste must not exceed 8 cubic yards. Contractor-generated tree trimmings are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Yard waste trimmed directly by the property owner
- ✓Tree branches
- ✓Leaves and palm fronds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once a week on your designated bulk collection day.
Placement
Place bulk items curbside no earlier than 24 hours before your scheduled pick-up. Keep the pile at least 4 feet away from your garbage carts, parked vehicles, mailboxes, and utility poles.
Accepted
- ✓ Household appliances
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Yard waste trimmed directly by the property owner
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris (drywall, concrete, lumber)
- ✕ Contractor-generated tree trimmings
- ✕ Hazardous waste and wet paint
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Electronic waste
Placing prohibited items like contractor debris or exceeding the 8-cubic-yard limit may result in code compliance citations or require you to hire a private hauling service at your own expense.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Waste Pro USA provides collection services on all holidays throughout the year with the single exception of Christmas Day (December 25).
Yard Waste Exception
If your designated bulk and yard waste collection day lands on Christmas Day, you must wait until your next scheduled pickup day for service.
For any collections missed due to the Christmas holiday, services will automatically resume on the next normal, scheduled pickup day for your specific zone.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Olive Bin
Never toss loose plastic grocery bags or bag your recyclables in North Miami. Thin plastic films tangle around the sorting gears at the recycling facility, causing severe equipment damage and contaminating clean batches.
The Clean Cardboard Rule
While flattened cardboard boxes are highly encouraged in your recycling cart, grease-stained pizza boxes or food-soiled takeout containers are strictly prohibited. Food residue ruins the paper recycling process.
Empty, Rinse, and Uncap
Before placing any rigid plastic, aluminum, or glass beverage containers into your recycling bin, make sure they are completely empty and thoroughly rinsed out. You must also remove and discard any plastic bottle caps in your regular trash.
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June to NovemberIf a tropical storm or hurricane warning is issued by the National Weather Service, immediately stop placing bulk waste or automated carts at the curb. Store all solid waste securely on your property until Waste Pro operations officially resume.
Winter Holidays
DecemberWaste Pro USA operates on all major holidays except for Christmas Day. If your normal garbage, recycling, or bulk service falls on December 25th, it will be skipped and collected on your next regularly scheduled service day.
Spring Landscaping
March to MayWhen doing major spring pruning, remember that your combined weekly bulk and yard waste limit is 8 cubic yards. Ensure all branches are trimmed to a manageable size, and never mix in professional contractor debris, as the city will reject it.
About North Miami Waste Management
Automated Sanitation with Waste Pro USA
Since 2012, Waste Pro USA has partnered with the City of North Miami to manage all residential solid waste for over 10,000 households. The city's comprehensive service plan provides residents with twice-weekly garbage pick-up, once-a-week recycling, and weekly bulk debris removal. Single-family homes and small multi-family properties utilize a fully automated cart system, relying on city-issued dark green bins for general refuse and olive green ones for clean recyclables.
Expansive Weekly Bulk and Yard Waste Allowances
Unlike many neighboring South Florida municipalities that limit bulk collection to once a month, North Miami offers a highly accommodating weekly bulk and yard waste pickup limit of up to 8 cubic yards per household. This allowance easily supports the disposal of mattresses, old furniture, and household appliances. However, the city strictly mandates that any yard clippings or branches must be trimmed by the property owner; commercially generated tree trimmings or construction lumber will result in a non-collection tag.
Strict Hurricane Preparedness Directives
Given Miami-Dade County's vulnerability to severe tropical weather, North Miami enforces clear operational protocols for impending storms. Once a tropical storm watch or hurricane warning is formally issued for the area, all curbside waste collection immediately ceases. Residents are legally required to retract all carts and loose bulk debris from the public right-of-way and store them safely indoors or securely against their home to prevent them from becoming dangerous wind-borne projectiles.
Proper Management of Household Hazardous Materials
Standard automated sanitation trucks cannot safely process flammable chemicals, oil-based paints, or heavy electronics. Consequently, North Miami strictly prohibits these items in curbside carts and bulk piles. To properly dispose of these hazards, locals are encouraged to utilize the designated Miami-Dade Home Chemical Collection Centers, such as the West Dade facility on NW 58th Street, which accepts everything from pool solvents to unbroken fluorescent light bulbs free of charge for residents.
Cart Placement and Code Compliance Expectations
To maintain neighborhood aesthetics and ensure unobstructed street access, North Miami code compliance enforces strict timing for bin placements. Your dark green and olive green carts should be wheeled to the curb no earlier than 24 hours prior to your scheduled collection and must be returned to your property within 24 hours after service. Furthermore, containers must be positioned at least four feet away from mailboxes, parked cars, or bulk piles with the handle facing directly toward the residence.
Drop-off Facilities
Miami-Dade County Home Chemical Collection Center (West Dade)
8831 NW 58th Street, Miami, FL 33178
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is responsible for residential garbage collection in North Miami?
Waste Pro USA is the official franchised hauler for the City of North Miami. They provide automated pickup services for all single-family and small multi-family residences, handling garbage, recycling, and bulk trash.
What should I do if my North Miami sanitation cart is cracked or missing?
If your dark green garbage cart or olive green recycling cart is damaged or stolen, you can request a replacement by contacting the North Miami Neighborhood Services Department at 305-895-9832. Be aware that replacement carts may be subject to a fee depending on the circumstances.
How much bulk waste am I allowed to throw away each week?
Residents are permitted up to 8 cubic yards of bulk waste and homeowner-trimmed yard debris per week. To estimate this, multiply your pile's length, width, and height in feet, then divide by 27.
When can I put my trash and recycling carts out on the street?
City ordinances require you to place your carts at the curb no earlier than 24 hours prior to your scheduled collection day. You must also remove the carts from the curb within 24 hours after Waste Pro has serviced them.