Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Chesterfield Township
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.
Typically green or hauler-provided color Bin (Trash)
Trash must be bagged before being placed inside the provided carts. Ensure carts are placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household refuse
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓General trash
Typically blue or cart with a yellow/blue lid Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be placed loosely inside the cart; never use plastic grocery bags. Clean and dry all containers before recycling.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard and boxboard
- ✓Newspaper, magazines, and mixed paper
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and empty aerosol cans
- ✓Plastic bottles, jugs, tubs, and storage containers
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags or film
- ✕Styrofoam and plastic cups
- ✕Food waste or soiled pizza boxes
- ✕Metal or plastic hangers
- ✕Bubble wrap and packing materials
Yard Waste Bin
Must be placed in approved brown paper yard waste bags or a customer-owned container clearly labeled for yard waste.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs and branches
- ✓Garden trimmings and weeds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Available on regular service days
Placement
Place bulk items safely at the curb, ensuring they do not obstruct traffic or block the automated truck's access to your standard trash and recycling carts.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, dressers)
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Large household items
- ✓ Appliances (Freon removed and tagged)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste or wet paint
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Automotive parts
Standard bulk collection is included, but unusually large piles or house cleanouts may require renting a temporary Priority Waste dumpster.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your scheduled service day falls on or after an observed weekday holiday, your collection will be delayed by one day for the remainder of that week.
Yard Waste Exception
During its active season, yard waste follows the exact same holiday delay schedule as standard trash and recycling.
Regular collection schedules resume at the start of the following week. Weekend holidays generally do not impact the Monday through Thursday collection routes.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Plastic Film Out of the Recycling
Never bag your recyclables in plastic grocery bags [1.3.1]. Plastic bags, bubble wrap, and shrink wrap cause severe jams in Priority Waste's automated sorting facilities and will result in your cart being tagged and left at the curb.
Pizza Boxes Are Trash
While clean cardboard is highly recyclable, the grease and cheese stuck to a used pizza box contaminate the paper pulping process. Always throw heavily soiled pizza boxes into your standard garbage bin.
Prep Your Appliances Properly
If you are setting out a refrigerator, freezer, or air conditioner for bulk collection, federal law requires that all Freon must be completely removed by a certified technician beforehand. Ensure the official removal tag is clearly visible.
Seasonal Information
Spring
March - MayCurbside compost and yard waste routes resume at the end of March (e.g., March 30) [1.3.1]. Spring is also the time to monitor the township's website for the exact date of the annual Spring Clean-Up event for large household purging.
Fall
October - DecemberDuring peak leaf-drop season, ensure all autumn foliage is bagged in paper kraft bags or placed in customer-owned compost bins. Sweeping leaves directly into township streets can block storm drains and is prohibited.
Winter
December - FebruaryYard waste collection concludes for the year in early to mid-December (e.g., December 11). When heavy snow hits Macomb County, ensure you shovel a flat spot for your carts to prevent them from tipping over on icy snowbanks.
About Chesterfield Township Waste Management
Priority Waste Transition in Chesterfield Township
Chesterfield Township utilizes Priority Waste for all residential mixed waste, recyclables, and compost disposal. Standard collection routes operate Monday through Thursday [1.3.1]. To guarantee service, residents must place all refuse and recycling carts at the curb before 7:00 a.m. on their designated pickup day. If your collection is missed, the township provides a convenient online 'Residential Waste Complaint Form' to report issues directly to the hauler.
Senior and Veteran Trash Service Discounts
Chesterfield Township offers a unique 5% monthly refuse discount to residents aged 65 and older, as well as to honorably discharged Veterans of the US Armed Forces. To enroll in this cost-saving program, eligible residents must submit a discount form in person at the Municipal Offices on Sugarbush Road. You will need to present a valid State Issued ID or Driver's License, along with appropriate military discharge papers if applying for the Veteran discount.
Annual Spring Clean-Up Events
In addition to standard weekly curbside collection, Chesterfield Township partners with Priority Waste to host an annual Spring Clean-Up. This highly anticipated community event allows homeowners to easily dispose of accumulated household junk, minor remodeling debris, and other cumbersome items that might not fit in standard weekly carts. The specific date is mutually agreed upon by the township and hauler each year and is posted on the civic website.
Yard Waste and Seasonal Composting Rules
Maintaining Chesterfield's suburban greenery is supported by a robust seasonal yard waste program. Collection typically kicks off in late March and runs continuously through early December. Residents are required to use approved kraft paper yard waste bags or provide their own personal 35-gallon containers clearly marked for compost. Priority Waste strongly prohibits the use of plastic bags for any yard debris.
Drop-off Facilities
J. Fons Co. Transfer Station
6451 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48212
Materials Accepted
Macomb County Household Hazardous Waste Program
43525 Elizabeth Rd, Mt Clemens, MI 48043
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the senior or veteran trash discount in Chesterfield?
Eligible residents (65+ or honorably discharged Veterans) can receive a 5% monthly discount. Applications must be submitted in person at the Chesterfield Township Municipal Offices at the Treasurer's counter or DPW, bringing a valid state ID and military discharge papers if applicable.
What should I do if Priority Waste misses my trash pickup?
If it is after 7:00 p.m. on your scheduled collection day and your bins were missed, you can fill out the 'Residential Waste Complaint Form' available on the Chesterfield Township Form Center, or call Priority Waste customer service directly at 855-927-8365.
When does yard waste collection begin and end in Chesterfield Township?
Yard waste collection generally kicks off at the very end of March and concludes in early to mid-December (e.g., March 30 to December 11). Remember to use approved kraft paper bags or your own labeled containers.
Can I recycle styrofoam or plastic bags in my curbside cart?
No. Priority Waste does not accept plastic bags, plastic film, or styrofoam in curbside recycling carts. These materials jam the sorting equipment. Plastic grocery bags should be returned to local retail stores for recycling.