Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Oakleaf Plantation
Trash Day
Trash is collected once weekly Monday through Friday depending on neighborhood zone (Oakleaf Plantation parcels are primarily scheduled for Monday pickup).
Recycling
Curbside recycling collection is discontinued; residents can bring cardboard and recyclables to county Environmental Convenience Centers or Rosemary Hill Solid Waste Facility.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected once weekly on the same day as your scheduled household trash pickup.
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential collection fees are billed once a year as a non-ad valorem solid waste assessment included on your Clay County property tax notice.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Property Tax Escrow, Online, Mail, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Hardship fee exemptions are available for qualified low-income homeowners and 100% disabled veterans or surviving spouses.
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
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.
Local Tips & Community Info
Got Cans and Bottles? Pocket Some Cash Around Oakleaf!
Did you know you can get a little money back for your empty drink containers right here in the Oakleaf area? Florida has a state program for beverage containers, and while we don't have a specific buyback center listed directly in Oakleaf Plantation itself, it's worth checking out places in nearby Jacksonville. Many scrap metal yards also accept aluminum cans for recycling and will give you cash. Keep an eye out for local events or even roadside recycling drives that pop up – sometimes you can find opportunities to turn those recyclables into a few extra bucks without even leaving your neighborhood!
Giving Your Good Stuff a Second Life in Our Community
Before you toss out items that are still in decent shape, think about giving them a new home! In and around Oakleaf Plantation, there are several places that would love to take your gently used clothing, furniture, or household goods. Organizations like Habitat for Humanity ReStores in Jacksonville are fantastic options for donating usable building materials, furniture, and home décor. You might also find local thrift shops or charities that accept clothing and smaller household items. It's a great way to declutter your home while helping out neighbors and keeping perfectly good items out of the landfill.
Keeping Oakleaf Clean: What to Do About Tossed Trash
While we're all focused on our regular trash and recycling schedules, it's also important to keep our neighborhood looking its best. If you ever spot illegal dumping – someone leaving trash or unwanted items in unauthorized spots – the best thing to do is report it. In Clay County, where Oakleaf Plantation is located, you can usually report such issues to the county's code enforcement or public works department. They have specific procedures for handling and cleaning up these messes. Keeping an eye out and reporting these problems helps us all maintain a cleaner, more beautiful Oakleaf Plantation for everyone to enjoy.
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.