Resident-provided (No specific color) Bin (Trash)
Trash pails must be no larger than 44 gallons. Individual trash bags must not exceed 30 pounds. Bins should be placed at the curb after 5:00 PM the evening before or prior to 6:00 AM on your scheduled pickup day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food wrappers and non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Cut and tied carpet (max 3-foot lengths)
Resident-provided (Typically Blue or clearly marked) Bin (Recycling)
Commingled recyclables go inside the pail, but cardboard must be separated and stacked alongside the pail for a separate truck. Place at the curb prior to 6:00 AM.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Rigid plastics
- ✓Clean, flattened cardboard (placed outside the bin)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Food-soiled paper and pizza boxes
Yard Waste Bin
Collected on Wednesdays. Do not place yard waste out during weeks with Monday or Tuesday holidays, as the service is suspended to allow crews to catch up on garbage.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs and brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
By appointment only (Special Pickups)
Placement
Place special pickup items at the curb only on the evening before your scheduled appointment date. Do not place items in the roadway where they could obstruct traffic.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Box springs
- ✓ Televisions and computers
- ✓ Metal appliances (refrigerator doors must be removed)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Propane tanks
- ✕ Car batteries
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Motor oil (must be dropped off)
Most standard household bulk items are collected at no extra charge, provided they are properly scheduled. Ensure compliance with refrigerator door removal to avoid municipal fines.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
When a holiday falls on a Monday or Tuesday, collections shift forward one day. When a holiday falls on Thursday or Friday, the collections for those days shift forward to Friday and Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
If a holiday causes Monday or Tuesday garbage collections to shift, Wednesday yard waste pickup is entirely canceled for that week.
Check the annual DPW sanitation calendar PDF on the Lynbrook Village website to confirm exact collection shifts, as Election Day and Independence Day schedules occasionally vary.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Don't Hide E-Waste in Normal Bags
Televisions, computers, and other electronic waste cannot be thrown into your standard 44-gallon trash pail. They contain heavy metals and require you to call the Lynbrook DPW for a scheduled special pickup.
Keep Cardboard Outside the Pail
Because Lynbrook uses two separate trucks for recycling, jamming cardboard boxes into your commingled bin slows down the collection process. Always flatten cardboard and stack it neatly next to your recycling pail.
Never Toss Propane Tanks at the Curb
Empty or full propane tanks are incredibly dangerous in standard compaction trucks and are not accepted by the village. You must exchange them at a local dealer or hold them for a Town of Hempstead S.T.O.P. collection event.
Seasonal Information
Winter
December to MarchIf heavy Long Island snow is forecasted, do not put your pails out the night before. Wait until the morning of collection to ensure village plows don't bury or destroy your 44-gallon bins while clearing the roadways.
Spring
April to JuneAs you begin spring landscaping, remember that the DPW encourages using grass clippings and leaves as natural mulch on your own lawn. If you do set them out, they must wait for your Wednesday yard waste collection.
Fall
October to NovemberProtect local waterways by never blowing or sweeping autumn leaves directly into the street or over storm drains. Street sweeping equipment cannot handle large piles of loose yard debris, which can lead to localized flooding.
About Lynbrook Waste Management
Navigating Lynbrook’s Dual-Truck Recycling Strategy
Due to fluctuating recycling market conditions, the Village of Lynbrook requires a strict separation process at the curb. Instead of mixing all recyclables into one container, residents must place commingled glass, plastics, and metals inside their recycling pail, while flattened cardboard should be stacked neatly alongside it. On your designated collection day, two entirely separate DPW trucks will run the route—one specifically for cardboard and another for the remaining rigid recyclables.
Special Trash and White Goods Appointments
You cannot simply drag an old sofa or washing machine to the curb on your normal garbage day in Lynbrook. The Department of Public Works mandates that all oversized items—commonly referred to as 'Special Trash'—require a pre-scheduled appointment. Homeowners must call 516-599-8838 to book a collection for furniture, mattresses, electronics, and heavy metals. Importantly, if you are discarding a refrigerator, village code strictly requires the doors to be completely removed beforehand to prevent entrapment hazards and avoid a municipal summons.
Wednesday Yard Waste Constraints During Holiday Weeks
Lynbrook dedicates Wednesdays specifically for residential yard waste pickups. However, this schedule is highly sensitive to the calendar. Whenever a recognized public holiday falls on a Monday or Tuesday, the standard garbage routes are pushed back a day. To accommodate this delay, the DPW completely cancels yard waste collection for that Wednesday. During these holiday weeks, residents must hold onto their brush and clippings until the following week.
Carpet Disposal and Weight Limits
When tackling DIY home renovations, keep in mind that the village enforces strict dimensional and weight limits for curbside refuse. Regular trash pails cannot exceed 44 gallons in volume, and individual garbage bags must weigh 30 pounds or less to ensure the safety of sanitation workers. If you are tearing up old carpeting, it does not require a 'Special Pickup' appointment; instead, it can go out with your regular household trash, provided it is cut into lengths no longer than 3 feet and securely tied into manageable bundles.
Utilizing the Hempstead S.T.O.P. Program and Local DPW Drop-Offs
The Lynbrook DPW does not process household hazardous chemicals directly. For items like paint thinners, pesticides, and propane tanks, residents must wait for the Town of Hempstead's annual S.T.O.P. (Stop Throwing Out Pollutants) mobile collection events. However, there is a convenient local exception: the Lynbrook DPW facility at 548 Merrick Road accepts used motor oil drop-offs directly from residents during normal weekday business hours.
Drop-off Facilities
Lynbrook Department of Public Works
548 Merrick Rd, Lynbrook, NY 11563
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What size garbage cans are allowed in the Village of Lynbrook?
The Lynbrook DPW strictly enforces a maximum size of 44 gallons for all residential trash pails. Additionally, any individual garbage bags placed out for collection must not weigh more than 30 pounds to ensure safe lifting for sanitation crews.
Do I need an appointment to throw away an old mattress or TV?
Yes. Any oversized household items, including mattresses, furniture, appliances, and electronics, are classified as 'Special Trash.' You must call the DPW at 516-599-8838 to schedule an exact pickup date before placing these items at the curb.
How do I recycle cardboard in Lynbrook?
Due to changing recycling markets, Lynbrook requires cardboard to be separated from glass, metal, and plastic. You should place your commingled recyclables in your pail, but flatten all cardboard and place it neatly alongside the pail. The DPW will send a separate truck just for the cardboard.
Why wasn't my yard waste picked up on Wednesday after a holiday?
The DPW cancels Wednesday yard waste collection entirely whenever a major village holiday falls on a Monday or Tuesday. This allows the sanitation trucks an extra day to catch up on the delayed regular garbage and recycling routes.