Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Allen Park
Michigan residential pickups occur weekly. Please check your local township or city map for your exact neighborhood collection day.
State Mandate
Keep yard clippings out of landfills. Return deposit bottles separately.
Black Bin (Trash)
All trash must be placed inside the provided 96-gallon black tote. Bins should be placed at the curb prior to the scheduled pickup day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓General non-hazardous refuse
Green Bin (Recycling)
Place all recyclables in the 64-gallon green wheeled cart for single-stream collection. No sorting is necessary. NO PLASTIC BAGS.
Accepted Items
- ✓Newspaper
- ✓Junk mail
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Magazines
- ✓Mixed paper
- ✓Empty metal and aerosol cans
- ✓Aluminum
- ✓Tin
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, tubs, and storage containers
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food-soiled materials
- ✕Hazardous waste
Yard Waste Bin
Place in 'Kraft' paper bags or marked 32-35 gallon cans (max 50 lbs) with a 'yard waste only' or 'compost' sticker. No plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Brush (bundled, max 18 inches diameter and 4 ft long)
- ✓Branches (max 2 inches diameter)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
On Demand / Scheduled
Placement
Bulk items must be bundled appropriately (not exceeding 4 feet or 50 lbs) and placed safely at the curb on the approved collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Bundled materials (max 4 ft / 50 lbs)
- ✓ Appliances (Freon units require certification and a $55 advance fee)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Tree trunks
- ✕ Stumps
- ✕ Unbundled branches
- ✕ Hazardous household waste
Appliances containing Freon will be charged a $55 per unit fee, paid in advance. Units must be stickered to prove Freon removal, and doors must be taken off refrigerators.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your service day is on or after a major holiday, that week, your service day will be delayed by one day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collection is paused during the winter season and does not resume until the first full week of April, unaffected by early spring holidays.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, the standard Monday through Friday collection schedule typically remains uninterrupted.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Recyclables Loose
Never use plastic trash bags to hold your recyclables. Bagged recyclables clog sorting machinery and will be treated as standard garbage by Allen Park collection crews.
Flatten Your Cardboard
Break down all boxes before tossing them into your green tote. This not only maximizes space but also prevents large pieces from getting wedged and blocking the automated truck arms.
Rinse Out Food Containers
Leftover food residue can contaminate an entire load of clean paper and plastic. Give your jars, bottles, and cans a quick rinse before pitching them into the recycling bin.
Seasonal Information
Spring/Summer
April to AugustWeekly compost and yard waste pickup begins during the first full week of April. Ensure all grass clippings are strictly in paper compost bags or labeled bins, as raking debris directly into Allen Park streets violates city ordinance.
Fall
September to DecemberAs the leaves drop, remember that yard waste service continues through the second week of December. Avoid overloading paper bags if they become wet from autumn rains, as the 50-pound weight limit is strictly enforced.
Winter
Late December to JanuaryFollowing the holidays, Priority Waste offers Christmas tree pickup for four weeks. If your tree exceeds 6 feet in height, you must cut it in half before placing it at the curb.
About Allen Park Waste Management
Reliable Residential Waste Collection in Allen Park, Michigan
Ensuring a clean and sustainable community is a top priority in Allen Park. The city partners directly with Priority Waste to deliver dependable weekly trash pickup. Residents receive a durable 96-gallon black tote for their household refuse, streamlining curb operations. By providing standardized carts, Allen Park aims to keep local neighborhoods tidy and minimize litter generated by windy weather or pests.
Streamlined Single-Stream Recycling Guidelines
Allen Park embraces an eco-friendly approach through an intuitive single-stream recycling program. Equipped with 64-gallon green totes, households can deposit all acceptable materials—such as cardboard, metal cans, and plastic jugs—without the hassle of separating them. However, it is crucial to keep recyclables loose; bagging your items in plastic bags will cause them to be rejected at the curb.
Comprehensive Yard Waste and Compost Services
From the first full week of April through the second week of December, Priority Waste handles Allen Park's seasonal yard debris. Grass clippings, leaves, and trimmings must be contained within marked 32-35 gallon cans or standard Kraft paper bags, capped at a 50-pound weight limit. If you have substantial brush, simply tie it into compact bundles so that crews can swiftly manage the removal without holding up the route.
Managing Large Items and Bulk Trash Disposal
Sometimes standard bins just aren't enough for home cleanouts or large-scale decluttering. Allen Park residents can dispose of bulk items up to 50 pounds, but there is a vital prerequisite: you must contact Priority Waste ahead of your scheduled service day to arrange a pickup. Keep in mind that appliances containing Freon require an advance fee and proper safety stickering before the truck will take them away.
Handling Service Delays During Wayne County Holidays
Keeping track of pickup schedule shifts is simple in Allen Park. Priority Waste observes six major federal holidays, leading to a standard one-day delay for any service day that falls on or after the holiday within that week. Whether it's the Fourth of July or Thanksgiving, residents should plan accordingly and always have their bins properly positioned at the curb by early morning.
Drop-off Facilities
Allen Park Department of Public Service (DPS) Office
15915 Southfield Rd, Allen Park, MI 48101
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to sort my recycling in Allen Park?
No, Allen Park utilizes a single-stream recycling system. All approved materials, including paper, cardboard, metal, and plastic containers, can be mixed loosely in your 64-gallon green tote. Just make sure to never bag them in plastic.
When does yard waste collection start and end in Allen Park?
Curbside compost and yard waste pickup begins on the first full week of April and runs continuously through the second week of December. You must use only Kraft paper bags or properly stickered 32-35 gallon cans.
How do I get rid of an old refrigerator in Allen Park?
To dispose of appliances containing Freon, such as refrigerators, you must first call Priority Waste to schedule a pickup. You are required to pay a $55 fee per unit in advance, remove all doors, and attach a sticker proving the Freon was safely evacuated.
What should I do if my garbage pickup was missed?
If your black trash tote or green recycling cart was not emptied, you can report the issue directly to Priority Waste by calling their customer service line at (855) 927-8365 or by filling out the residential service request form on their official website.