Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Holland
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 Blue or Green Cart (Republic Services) Bin (Trash)
Carts must be placed at the curb no earlier than 6:00 p.m. the evening before pickup. Empty containers must be removed from the curb by 7:00 p.m. on your collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Non-recyclable packaging
- ✓Standard household refuse
Designated Recycling Cart (Often with a lighter lid) Bin (Recycling)
Collection occurs every other week. Recyclables should be placed loosely in the cart, never bagged. Carts must be out by 6:00 p.m. the night before.
Accepted Items
- ✓Flattened cardboard
- ✓Paper and junk mail
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Plastics #1-#7
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Yard clippings
Yard Waste Bin
Subscription service active from April 1 to November 30. Service automatically renews every April 1st unless explicitly canceled by the resident beforehand.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches and twigs
- ✓Garden debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
As needed (via coupon system)
Placement
Rules vary based on the specific Project Pride drop-off or scheduled collection instructions provided with the coupon.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Oversized household items
- ✓ Items typically not accepted in weekly curbside bins
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Liquid chemicals
- ✕ Explosives
The coupons are provided by the City of Holland, allowing residents to bypass standard bulky item fees for up to two disposals per year.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When an observed holiday falls on a weekday, standard refuse and recycling collections will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week.
Yard Waste Exception
Subscribed yard waste services follow the exact same holiday delay schedule as regular trash.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, there is typically no delay to the standard weekday collection routes.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Stream
Never place your recycling in plastic garbage bags or grocery sacks. Soft plastics wrap around the sorting gears at the materials recovery facility, causing major mechanical shutdowns.
Protect the Storm Drains During Clean-Up
When placing debris on the road shoulder for the Spring Clean-Up or Fall Leaf programs, you must never stack materials near or on top of storm drains to prevent waterway pollution and neighborhood flooding.
Separate Trash from City Brush Piles
During the city's seasonal unbagged leaf and brush collections, do not mix any regular refuse or garbage bags into your curbside piles. Contaminated piles will be bypassed by city crews to prevent landscaping damage.
Seasonal Information
Spring
March - AprilThe city's Annual Spring Clean-Up Program allows residents to place unbagged yard clippings, shrub trimmings, and twigs (up to 3 inches in diameter) directly on the road shoulder for a one-time sweep by the Streets Division.
Autumn
October - NovemberThe city operates a dedicated Fall Leaf Program where residents can rake leaves directly to the curb. Note that this program is strictly for leaves; brush and twigs are not accepted during the fall sweep.
Winter
December - MarchStandard yard waste bin service is suspended from December 1st through March 31st. Ensure you cancel your service before April 1st if you do not want it to automatically renew for the upcoming 8-month season.
About Holland Waste Management
Navigating Holland's Integrated Refuse and Recycling Program
The City of Holland operates a mandatory residential curbside pickup program for all single-family homes and duplexes. To streamline operations, hauling is contracted through Republic Services, but all customer service, service changes, and billing are conveniently managed by the Holland Board of Public Works (BPW). This unified approach ensures that residents have a single point of contact for all their utility and sanitation needs.
Every-Other-Week Single-Stream Recycling
Holland places a strong emphasis on sustainability, offering a robust single-stream recycling program. While standard household refuse is collected weekly, recycling is picked up every other week on your designated trash day. The single-stream system means all acceptable materials—such as cardboard, plastics, and metals—can be co-mingled in one cart. Residents are encouraged to visit the city's dedicated portal at recycleholland.com for specific material guidelines.
Exclusive Project Pride Bulk Waste Coupons
Disposing of oversized furniture or appliances in Holland is uniquely managed through the 'Project Pride' program. Instead of random bulk curbside days, the city empowers residents with two Project Pride coupons annually. These coupons allow households to properly dispose of miscellaneous large items that are not accepted in the standard weekly curbside bins, keeping neighborhoods clean while offering scheduling flexibility.
Seasonal Holds for Holland Snowbirds
Understanding the seasonal nature of its population, Holland BPW offers a highly convenient 'Seasonal Hold' policy. Residents who travel south for the winter can officially pause their refuse and recycling billing for a minimum of three months up to a maximum of six months. This prevents residents from paying for unused services while their properties are vacant during the harsh Michigan winters.
Comprehensive Yard Waste and Spring Clean-Up
Holland manages organic waste through two main avenues. Residents can opt into the BPW's subscription yard waste bin service, which runs from April 1st through November 30th. Additionally, the city street department conducts a free Annual Spring Clean-Up (typically running from early March to early April) where residents can rake small branches and twigs directly onto the road shoulder for bulk collection by city crews.
Drop-off Facilities
Community & Neighborhood Services (Project Pride Coupons)
270 S River Avenue, 3rd Floor, Holland, MI 49423
Materials Accepted
Ottawa County Resource Recovery Service Center
Check Ottawa County website for specific mobile event locations
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start or cancel my trash service in Holland?
All billing and service changes for the mandatory residential curbside pickup are managed by the Holland Board of Public Works (BPW). You can set up or modify your service by visiting their website or calling (616) 355-1500.
Can I pause my Holland trash bill if I leave for the winter?
Yes. Holland BPW offers a Seasonal Hold program. Residential users can request to pause their refuse and recycling billing for a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 6 months while they are away.
How do I get rid of an old couch or large appliance?
The City of Holland issues two 'Project Pride' coupons per household every year. You can obtain these coupons from the Community & Neighborhood Services office and use them to dispose of oversized miscellaneous items that cannot fit in your curbside bin.
Does my yard waste bin subscription automatically renew?
Yes. The seasonal yard waste bin service runs from April 1st to November 30th and will automatically roll over to the next year. If you wish to cancel, you must do so before billing resumes on April 1st to avoid being locked into the new 8-month season.