Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Oakleaf Plantation
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.
Standard County-Issued Cart (Colors May Vary) Bin (Trash)
Place carts at the curb by 6:00 a.m. with the lid opening facing the street. Maintain a 3-foot radius around the cart. Any bags placed outside the cart MUST have an official Clay County Overflow sticker attached.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Soiled paper
N/A (Program Suspended) Bin (Recycling)
Do not put recycling bins at the curb. Curbside recycling has been suspended in Clay County due to extreme processing costs. Residents can drop off cardboard at the Rosemary Hill Solid Waste Facility.
Accepted Items
- ✓None at curbside (Cardboard accepted at drop-off facilities only)
Do NOT Include
- ✕All items (The curbside recycling program was discontinued by Clay County)
Yard Waste Bin
Limit of 3 cubic yards per week. Collected on the same day as garbage. Small debris must be in bags or cans (under 50 lbs). Piles exceeding the limit will be tagged and left at the curb.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs
- ✓Tree branches (under 4 feet long and 4 inches thick)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once per month (By Appointment Only)
Placement
Do not place your approved bulk items at the curb more than one day (24 hours) prior to the scheduled collection day provided by FCC Environmental.
Accepted
- ✓ Refrigerators, stoves, and toilets
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Couches and indoor/outdoor furniture
- ✓ Televisions
- ✓ Disassembled swing sets (no concrete)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and remodeling debris (tile, fencing, boards)
- ✕ Car parts and gas engines
- ✕ Pianos and organs
- ✕ Pool tables and ping-pong tables
- ✕ Hot tubs
One bulk pickup per month is free. Additional pickups, or collections exceeding the three-cubic-yard limit, are available for a supplementary fee negotiated directly with FCC Environmental.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, all collection services (garbage and yard waste) for the remainder of that week will be delayed by exactly one day. If the holiday falls on a weekend, the schedule is not affected.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as regular garbage collection.
FCC Environmental Services works on all other minor holidays (e.g., Labor Day, Veterans Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day). Place your bins out as normal on these unlisted holidays.
Observed Holidays
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Stickers Required for Extra Bags
Never place an untagged garbage bag next to your trash cart. The collection trucks are automated, and drivers will not pick up extra bags unless they display an official Clay County Overflow sticker.
No Construction Debris in Bulk Piles
If you are doing DIY home renovations in Oakleaf Plantation, you cannot use your monthly bulk pickup for the waste. Items like drywall, carpet, flooring, tile, cabinets, and concrete are strictly prohibited from curbside collection.
Dismantle Recreational Equipment
Before scheduling a bulk pickup for a basketball hoop or a backyard swing set, you must completely disassemble the item. Furthermore, all concrete bases must be broken off and removed, or FCC Environmental will reject the pickup.
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June to NovemberWhen a tropical storm or hurricane watch is active for Northeast Florida, immediately secure all waste carts in your garage. Do not place yard waste or bulk items at the curb if a storm is approaching, as they can become dangerous projectiles.
Spring Cleaning
March to MayDuring heavy pruning months, remember the three-cubic-yard rule for yard waste. If your pile exceeds this volume, the collection crew will tag the pile and leave it behind. You will either need to wait until the following week or pay an extra fee for removal.
Move-In / Move-Out
Year-RoundNew residents moving into Oakleaf Plantation can request a one-time 'Move-In Courtesy Pickup' for flattened boxes and bagged packing materials. However, FCC does not automatically collect move-out waste; you must coordinate and potentially pay for an additional collection.
About Oakleaf Plantation Waste Management
New Residential Waste Services in Oakleaf Plantation
As a master-planned community primarily located in unincorporated Clay County, Oakleaf Plantation recently transitioned to a new waste management contract with FCC Environmental Services. Residents are issued specific county garbage carts that must be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on their scheduled collection day. To ensure the automated trucks can service your home efficiently, carts must be positioned with the opening facing the roadway and maintain at least three feet of clearance from mailboxes, parked vehicles, trees, and other obstructions.
The Suspension of Curbside Recycling in Clay County
One of the most significant changes for Oakleaf Plantation residents is the elimination of the curbside recycling program. Following severe processing fee hikes in late 2023, the Clay County Board of County Commissioners voted against including curbside recycling in the new FCC Environmental contract to prevent a massive spike in resident utility bills. Currently, residents cannot place recyclables at the curb. Instead, environmentally conscious households are encouraged to drop off clean, flattened cardboard at designated Environmental Convenience Centers or the Rosemary Hill Solid Waste Facility.
Navigating Extra Trash and Overflow Stickers
A common challenge for busy households in Oakleaf Plantation is generating more garbage than the standard cart can hold. FCC Environmental enforces strict rules against loose bags placed next to the bin. If your cart is overflowing, you cannot simply leave extra bags on the grass. Residents must purchase official 'Clay County Overflow Stickers' and affix them to any additional bags placed outside the cart. Without these specialized tags, overflow trash will be marked as a violation and left behind by the collection crew.
Yard Waste Limits and Preparation Guidelines
Lush lawns and mature trees are a hallmark of Oakleaf Plantation, but keeping up with yard maintenance means understanding the county's vegetative waste limits. Yard waste is collected on the same day as your household garbage. Residents are permitted to set out a maximum of three cubic yards per week—roughly the volume of three washing machines. Smaller debris like leaves and grass clippings must be bagged or placed in secondary containers weighing under 50 pounds. Larger tree branches cannot exceed four feet in length or four inches in diameter.
On-Demand Bulk Waste Collection
Instead of waiting for a designated neighborhood bulk day, Oakleaf Plantation households can request one free bulk waste pickup per month. This service is strictly by appointment; residents must call FCC Environmental Services at 904-490-9996 to get on the route schedule. The monthly allowance covers up to three cubic yards of bulky materials or two large items, such as appliances or mattresses. To avoid community code enforcement fines, do not drag your bulk items to the curb more than 24 hours before your confirmed pickup appointment.
Drop-off Facilities
Rosemary Hill Solid Waste Facility
3545 Rosemary Hill Rd, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
Materials Accepted
Clay County Environmental Convenience Centers (ECC)
Multiple Locations (Check County Website)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn't Oakleaf Plantation have curbside recycling bins anymore?
In late 2023, Clay County's recycling processor dramatically increased processing fees (from a $6/ton credit to an $85/ton charge). To prevent a steep rise in resident utility bills, the Board of County Commissioners voted to suspend curbside recycling. Residents must now take cardboard to designated county drop-off centers.
How do I throw away extra garbage that won't fit in my cart in Oakleaf Plantation?
If you have extra garbage, you cannot simply place a loose bag on the ground. You must purchase official 'Clay County Overflow Stickers' and place them on your extra bags. Automated collection trucks will only service overflow bags that have these specific stickers affixed.
How do I schedule a bulk trash pickup in Oakleaf Plantation?
Bulk waste is not collected on a set neighborhood schedule. Each household is entitled to one free bulk pickup per month (up to 3 cubic yards or 2 large items). You must schedule this collection by calling FCC Environmental Services directly at 904-490-9996 or using their online portal.
How much yard waste can I put on the curb each week?
Oakleaf Plantation residents can place up to three cubic yards of yard waste at the curb each week on their regular garbage day. This is roughly equivalent to the size of three washing machines. Tree branches must be cut to four feet or shorter, and smaller debris must be bagged or containerized.