Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Oak Ridge
Trash Day
Garbage is collected once per week (Monday through Friday) depending on your neighborhood route. Residents can check their specific collection day via the Orange County address lookup tool.
Recycling
Recycling is collected once per week on an assigned weekday, scheduled separately from garbage pickup.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected once per week on the same designated day as your recycling collection.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside solid waste and recycling collection services for unincorporated Orange County residents are billed annually as a non-ad valorem assessment on your property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, Escrow / Mortgage, In-Person
Green Lid Bin (Trash)
Place garbage inside the green-lidded cart. Ensure the lid is fully closed and the cart is placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. with the handle facing the house.
Accepted Items
- ✓General household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Small amounts of roofing material (under 300 lbs in cart)
Blue Lid Bin (Recycling)
Follow the 'Think 5' rule. All recyclables must be completely empty, clean, and dry. Do not bag your recyclables; place them loosely in the blue-lidded cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs (labeled #1-#5)
- ✓Metal cans (tin, steel, aluminum)
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (lids removed)
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film
- ✕Food and liquids
- ✕Hazardous waste
- ✕Foam or polystyrene
- ✕Small appliances and electronics
- ✕Ceramics or mirrors
- ✕Tires
Yard Waste Bin
Use personal waterproof cans (50 gallons or less) or bags weighing under 60 pounds. Limbs must be cut to 3 feet or less and bundled. Limit of 3 cubic yards per week.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Tree and shrub trimmings
- ✓Palm fronds
- ✓Live Christmas trees (cut in half if over 6 feet)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your scheduled garbage collection day
Placement
Place items neatly at the curb between 6:00 p.m. the night before and 6:00 a.m. on your collection day, leaving at least 3 feet of space around roll carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Appliances (without Freon)
- ✓ Televisions
- ✓ Passenger car tires (up to 4)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Freon-containing devices (refrigerators, freezers)
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Items that easily fit in the green cart
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
This service is included in your annual solid waste assessment with no extra fees for eligible items within the volume limit.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When Thanksgiving or Christmas falls on a regular scheduled day, collection moves one day forward for the rest of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collections also shift by one day if the holiday impacts your normal collection schedule.
No other holidays affect the collection schedule in unincorporated Orange County.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer / Hurricane Season
June - NovemberDuring severe storm warnings, residents must secure their blue and green roll carts indoors or in a garage. Do not place yard waste at the curb if a hurricane is actively approaching to avoid creating flying debris.
Winter / Holidays
December - JanuaryLive Christmas trees are accepted on your scheduled yard waste day. Strip off all lights, ornaments, and the stand, and cut trees larger than six feet in half before bringing them to the curb.
Spring
March - MaySpring cleaning often generates bulk waste. Remember that you are limited to 3 cubic yards (about the size of a small pickup load) per week. Place bulk items neatly out on your normal garbage day.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Cans and Bottles into Cash in Oak Ridge?
Did you know you can get a few bucks back for certain drink containers right here in Florida? While Oak Ridge itself might not have a dedicated buyback center on every corner, keep an eye out for state-sponsored redemption centers. These spots are great for returning your aluminum cans and plastic bottles that have the redemption symbol on them. It's a good way to offset some of those everyday expenses while doing a little good for the environment. You can often find these centers in larger towns nearby, so it's worth a short drive if you've got a good collection saved up.
Giving Gently Used Stuff a New Home in Oak Ridge
Got furniture, clothes, or household items that are still in good shape but you just don't need anymore? Instead of tossing them, consider donating! The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center in nearby Ocala is a fantastic place to drop off usable goods. They help support vital programs in the community, so your old treasures can make a real difference for someone else. It's a win-win: declutter your home and help out your neighbors!
Keeping Oak Ridge Clean: Tackling Clutter and Nasty Dumping
Let's keep our beautiful Oak Ridge looking its best! While there aren't specific city-run hazardous waste collection days advertised for Oak Ridge, if you find yourself with old paint, electronics, or chemicals, keep an eye on Marion County's waste management website for any special collection events. They often host these throughout the year. If you ever see illegal dumping happening – those piles of trash left where they shouldn't be – don't hesitate to report it. Usually, you can do this directly through the county's public works department or code enforcement. It helps protect our local environment for everyone.
Drop-off Facilities
Orange County Landfill
5901 Young Pine Road, Orlando, FL 32829
Materials Accepted
Porter Transfer Station
1326 Good Homes Road, Orlando, FL 32818
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I leave extra garbage bags next to my green cart if it gets full?
No, all household garbage must fit completely inside your green lid roll cart with the lid closed. Materials left outside or stacked on top of the cart will not be collected by the automated trucks. If you consistently have overflow, you can request an additional cart from Orange County by calling 407-836-6601.
What should I do if my collection is missed in Oak Ridge?
If your carts were properly placed by 6:00 a.m. but were not emptied, you should report the missed pickup by emailing [email protected] or calling the Solid Waste Hotline before 11:00 a.m. Most issues reported before 11:00 a.m. are resolved on the same day.
Are old tires included in the weekly bulk trash pickup?
Yes, Orange County allows the disposal of up to four passenger car tires per household as part of your weekly large item collection. Place them neatly at the curb alongside your other bulky items on your regular garbage collection day.
How do I properly position my carts on collection day?
Place your blue and green roll carts within three feet of the curb, ensuring the handles face your house and the arrows on the lids point toward the street. You must leave at least three feet of clearance between the carts, mailboxes, parked cars, and bulk waste.