Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Livonia
Trash Day
Trash is collected Monday through Friday, with specific pickup days assigned by neighborhood zone across the city.
Recycling
Recycling is collected weekly on your regular scheduled trash collection day.
Yard Waste
Yard waste is collected on your regular trash day seasonally from late March through mid-December.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day (or after 6:00 PM the evening before)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Curbside trash and recycling services are covered by the city's voter-approved refuse millage included on your property tax bill, while municipal water and sewer are billed separately on a monthly or quarterly basis.
Billing Cycle
Included in Property Taxes
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay (EFT / e-Check / Credit / Debit), Phone, Mail, Drop Box, In Person
Pro Tip / Discount
Low-income assistance is available through regional programs such as the Water Residential Assistance Program (WRAP).
Standard City-Issued Cart (varies by size) Bin (Trash)
All refuse must be bagged before being placed inside the 96-gallon or 64-gallon Priority Waste trash cart. If you have extra bags, up to five extra items or bags may be placed next to the cart. Carts must be placed at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day and removed within 12 hours after servicing.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and packaging
Standard City-Issued Cart or Legacy Dark Green Cart with Tan Lid Bin (Recycling)
Recyclables must be placed loosely into the cart. Do NOT bag your recyclables. Cardboard boxes should be broken down to 2 feet by 2 feet. If your cart overflows, you cannot place loose bags of recycling on the ground; you must request a second cart or use a drop-off center.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and pizza boxes (clean)
- ✓Plastic bottles and containers #1-7
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (clear, green, brown)
- ✓Metal cans, non-coated pans, and license plates
- ✓Paper, junk mail, and magazines
Do NOT Include
- ✕Styrofoam (foam containers)
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Keurig pods
- ✕Wire hangers
- ✕Batteries and electronics
- ✕Needles or syringes
Yard Waste Bin
Use standard paper compost bags or maximum 35-gallon rigid plastic/metal cans. Cans must weigh under 50 pounds and feature a green-and-white yard waste sticker, or be clearly marked with a large 'X'. You may put out a maximum of 8 yard-waste containers per week. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs and pruned branches
- ✓Garden debris
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your regular trash collection day.
Placement
Set bulk items at the curb after 6:00 p.m. the night before or by 7:00 a.m. on collection day. For safety, doors on refrigerators or freezers must be completely removed or heavily taped shut.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, mattresses, tables)
- ✓ Large household appliances (white goods)
- ✓ General large household furnishings
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition materials
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Tires
Bulk item collection is free for up to two items a week. Construction debris must be hauled to a dump privately at the resident's expense.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, trash and recycling collections for the remainder of the week are delayed by one day. If the holiday falls on a weekend, the collection schedule is completely unaffected.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste is collected alongside regular trash and follows the same one-day delay rules during active season months.
Minor holidays such as Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Good Friday, Juneteenth, Columbus Day, and Veterans Day do NOT delay trash collection in Livonia.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Spring through Late Fall
Late March to Mid-DecemberWeekly separated yard waste collection typically begins in the last week of March (e.g., March 23) and concludes by the second week of December. During the off-season, yard waste is not collected curbside.
Autumn
October and NovemberThe City conducts a specialized bulk leaf pickup program in the fall. Official mailers are typically sent out to residents in mid-October detailing the specific sweep schedules for each neighborhood.
Winter Holiday Adjustments
November, December, JanuaryThanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day will push trash collection back by one day if they fall on a weekday. Note that trucks often run earlier than usual during holiday weeks due to lighter overall loads, so placing carts out by 7 a.m. is critical.
Local Tips & Community Info
Reliable Curbside Trash Collection in Livonia
Keeping Livonia clean and beautiful starts with a highly efficient curbside waste management system. The city operates on a convenient address-based Monday-through-Friday collection schedule. To guarantee your household garbage is collected, simply place your bins out after 6:00 PM the evening before your scheduled day, ensuring everything is securely at the curb by 7:00 AM when the routes begin. Residents are allowed a maximum of eight standard containers or bags each week. Keep in mind that individual containers must not exceed 35 gallons in capacity or weigh more than 50 pounds. For a smooth neighborhood aesthetic, remember to remove emptied containers within 12 hours of pickup.
Smart Recycling Practices for a Greener City
Livonia is deeply committed to environmental sustainability, making residential recycling as accessible as possible. Curbside recycling occurs on the exact same day as your standard trash pickup. Acceptable items include flattened cardboard, mixed paper, aluminum cans, plastic jugs, and empty aerosol containers. If you ever have excess recyclable materials that simply will not fit in your cart, you can utilize the community's Recycling Drop-Off Center located on the south side of Glendale Avenue, just east of Farmington Road. It is generally open Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM, plus Saturdays until 6:00 PM.
Hassle-Free Bulk Waste Disposal Guidelines
Upgrading furniture or clearing out the basement? You will be glad to know that the City of Livonia provides a generous bulk waste program at absolutely no extra charge. Households can set out up to two large bulky items—like old mattresses, broken appliances, or worn-out sofas—every single week. There is no need to schedule an appointment or make a special phone call beforehand. Just leave your two large items near your regular trash on your standard collection morning by 7:00 AM, and a separate specialized truck will handle the disposal.
Seasonal Yard Waste and Brush Pickup
Maintaining your property throughout the changing Michigan seasons is supported by Livonia's dedicated compost and brush program. The seasonal yard waste collection period kicks off during the third week of March and concludes on the second Friday in December. Residents can easily dispose of grass clippings and leaves using approved paper compost bags or clearly marked yard-waste cans. If you are trimming trees, small branch bundles are also accepted. Be sure to cut branches down to four feet or less in length, keep the wood diameter under four inches, and tightly tie them. You can leave up to five bundles per week alongside your regular waste.
Important Holiday Collection Schedule Changes
Like many local municipalities, Livonia recognizes six major holidays that will slightly adjust your sanitation pickup. The observed holidays are New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. If one of these specific holidays lands on a weekday, your collection—along with the rest of the week—will be delayed by exactly one day. However, if the holiday happens to fall on a Saturday or Sunday, there is no disruption, and the normal weekday schedule remains fully intact.
Cart Placement Guidelines and Safety Rules
Proper bin placement not only ensures a clean sweep by the sanitation trucks but also keeps neighborhood streets safe. Always point the cart opening toward the street and keep the handles facing your property. Make sure there is adequate clearance between your trash cart, recycling bin, and surrounding obstacles like parked vehicles, fire hydrants, or mailboxes. Finally, keep young children and beloved pets far away from the large mechanical collection equipment when it travels down your street.
Drop-off Facilities
ERG Environmental Services (HHW Drop-off)
13040 Merriman Road, Livonia, MI 48150
Materials Accepted
Mid-Michigan Recycling Center (Wood Waste)
32700 Glendale Avenue, Livonia, MI 48150
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if my garbage pickup is completely missed?
Since routes run continuously throughout the day, a pickup is not officially considered 'missed' until after 7:00 PM. If your bins were out by 7:00 AM and are still full past 7:00 PM, contact the Public Works Department or use the Priority Waste customer portal to report the issue the very next morning.
Where can I drop off wood waste locally?
The Wood Waste Disposal Site is conveniently located at 32700 Glendale Street. It is available to residents Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:45 PM, and on the first Saturday of the month from May through October between 9:00 AM and 1:45 PM.
Can I buy a second trash cart if my family generates extra waste?
Yes. Households that frequently exceed their single cart's capacity have the option to purchase an additional trash or recycling cart directly from the City of Livonia. Carts can be picked up at the Public Works facility at 12973 Farmington Road, or you can have them delivered.