Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Dunwoody
Georgia municipal collections typically run weekly. Your exact service day is determined by your local county or city zoning schedule.
State Mandate
EPD laws restrict yard trimmings from being mixed with general household garbage.
Green County-Issued Cart (95-gallon) Bin (Trash)
Place at the curb by 7:00 AM on collection day. All garbage must be securely bagged inside the cart. No loose trash, liquids, or hazardous materials.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Bagged trash
Blue Cart (35-gallon or 65-gallon) Bin (Recycling)
Place items loose in the bin (do not use plastic bags). Flatten all cardboard boxes. Take glass to the Brook Run Park drop-off location.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean #1 & #2 plastic bottles and containers
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Mixed paper
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Glass
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Plastics #3 through #7
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Food waste
Yard Waste Bin
Place in biodegradable paper bags or a maximum 40-gallon reusable container. Branches must be bundled, max 25 lbs per piece. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Small branches (max 4 feet long)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On-demand (By request)
Placement
Place items at the curb away from mailboxes and utilities. Refrigerators and freezers must be completely empty with the doors secured or removed for safety. Submit the request online or via phone only after items are on the curb.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (couches, chairs, tables, dressers)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers)
- ✓ Toilets and bathroom fixtures
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris (concrete, wood fencing)
- ✕ Hazardous materials
- ✕ Large tree parts over 3-inch diameter (unless special fee paid)
- ✕ Automotive tires (without fee)
Standard household bulky items are collected free of charge. Special collections like commingled piles, large tree parts, or evictions incur minimum fees starting at $100.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a county-observed holiday falls on a weekday, collection for that day and the remainder of the week is delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard trimmings are collected on the same delayed schedule as garbage and recycling during holiday weeks.
For instance, if a holiday lands on a Monday, Monday routes are serviced Tuesday, Tuesday on Wednesday, and so forth, with Friday routes completed on Saturday.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Glass Out of the Blue Cart
Glass shatters easily during transit and contaminates bales of paper and cardboard. Always keep glass out of your curbside bin and drop it off at the Brook Run Park recycling container instead.
Avoid Plastic Bags Entirely
Never bag your recyclables, and do not use plastic bags for yard waste. Plastic bags jam the sorting machinery at DeKalb County facilities and ruin compost batches, meaning your waste will simply be left at the curb.
Say No to Plastics #3 Through #7
DeKalb County's recycling facility only processes #1 and #2 plastic containers (like water bottles and milk jugs). Yogurt cups, clamshell containers, and other higher-numbered plastics belong in the green garbage cart.
Seasonal Information
Autumn
October to DecemberDuring fall leaf cleanup, ensure all leaves are placed strictly in paper compostable bags or dedicated reusable cans. Do not mix any household trash or construction debris into your yard waste piles.
Winter
December to FebruaryIn the event of severe North Georgia storms or ice, DeKalb Sanitation may temporarily suspend service for safety. Collections will automatically resume on the next safely navigable business day.
Post-Holiday
JanuaryBulky boxes from holidays must be broken down and flattened. Up to 10 flattened boxes are collected for free with recycling; unflattened boxes or quantities over 10 require a special collection fee.
About Dunwoody Waste Management
DeKalb County Sanitation Manages Dunwoody Waste
The City of Dunwoody does not operate its own independent trash fleet. Instead, all residential garbage, recycling, and yard waste services are managed directly by the DeKalb County Sanitation Division. Residents are provided with a standard 95-gallon green roll cart for household trash, which is collected once a week. Because the county handles a massive service area, adhering closely to their specific guidelines ensures timely and efficient neighborhood cleanups.
Proper Cart Placement and Timing Guidelines
To guarantee your bins are serviced without delay, DeKalb County requires all carts to be placed at the curb no earlier than 7:00 PM the night before and no later than 7:00 AM on your scheduled collection day. Ensure there is plenty of clearance around the bins, keeping them well away from mailboxes, parked cars, and utility poles so the automated trucks can reach them. All bins must be rolled back onto your property within 24 hours after pickup.
Curbside Recycling Rules & Glass Drop-Off Locations
Dunwoody residents participate in DeKalb County's single-stream recycling program, utilizing a 35-gallon or 65-gallon blue cart. While mixed paper, flattened cardboard, and #1 and #2 plastics are eagerly accepted curbside, glass is strictly prohibited in the blue bins. To recycle glass, residents must use the designated drop-off container located within Dunwoody at Brook Run Park on North Peachtree Road.
Managing Yard Trimmings in Dunwoody
Yard trimmings are conveniently collected on the exact same day as your standard trash. Residents must use biodegradable paper bags or reusable metal or plastic containers (up to 40 gallons) for leaves and grass clippings. If you have branches, they must be cut to a maximum of four feet in length and bundled neatly, with no single piece or bundle weighing more than 25 pounds.
Drop-off Facilities
Brook Run Park Glass Recycling
4770 N Peachtree Rd, Dunwoody, GA 30338
Materials Accepted
Seminole Road Landfill
4203 Clevemont Road, Ellenwood, GA 30294
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles trash pickup in Dunwoody, GA?
The City of Dunwoody partners with the DeKalb County Sanitation Division to manage all residential solid waste, recycling, and yard trimmings services for the community.
Why wasn't my glass picked up in my recycling bin?
DeKalb County no longer accepts glass in its curbside single-stream recycling program. Dunwoody residents must take their glass to a specialized drop-off container, such as the one located at Brook Run Park.
How do I get rid of an old refrigerator in Dunwoody?
DeKalb County offers on-demand bulky item pickup for appliances. You must completely empty the refrigerator, remove the doors for safety, place it at the curb, and then contact the Sanitation Division at (404) 294-2900 to officially schedule the collection.
Can I use plastic bags for my leaves and grass?
No, DeKalb County strictly prohibits the use of plastic bags for yard debris. You must use biodegradable paper bags or a reusable metal or plastic container (up to 40 gallons) to ensure your yard waste is collected.