Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for New Rochelle
Trash Day
Twice per week: Monday and Thursday for North End residents; Tuesday and Friday for South End residents
Recycling
Alternating weekly pickup (paper/cardboard one week, commingled glass/metal/plastic the next week)
Yard Waste
Seasonal collection (April through October) Monday through Thursday by area: Monday (North of Quaker Ridge Rd), Tuesday (Quaker Ridge Rd to Eastchester Rd), Wednesday (Eastchester Rd to Metro-North RR), Thursday (South of Metro-North RR)
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day (by 6:00 AM between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential refuse and sanitation services are billed annually as a separate line item on your City of New Rochelle property tax bill.
Billing Cycle
Annual (Billed on Property Tax Bill)
Accepted Methods
Online, Mail, In Person
Resident-provided can or heavy-duty plastic bags Bin (Trash)
Containers must be 32 gallons or less with lids, or heavy-duty plastic bags. Maximum weight is 75 pounds per container/bag. Brown leaf/yard waste bags are strictly prohibited for garbage use.
Accepted Items
- ✓Kitchen garbage
- ✓Non-kitchen trash
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Food waste
Resident-provided bin Bin (Recycling)
New Rochelle uses dual-stream recycling. Commingled items (plastics, metal, glass, cartons) go in one bin, while paper/cardboard must be kept separate. All items must be loose in the bin, never in plastic bags.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastics coded #1 through #7
- ✓Glass food and beverage containers
- ✓Metal food and soup cans
- ✓Waxed cardboard juice and milk containers
- ✓Clean aluminum foil
- ✓Paper and corrugated cardboard (kept separate)
Do NOT Include
- ✕Commingled items in plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Ceramics
- ✕Toxic paint or tar cans
- ✕Gas cylinders
Yard Waste Bin
The City of New Rochelle will NOT pick up grass clippings with regular garbage. Grass clippings should be left on your lawn or composted on-site.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small brush
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly (First pickup day of the week for standard bulk; by appointment for metals/e-waste)
Placement
Place items curbside by 7:00 AM (6:00 AM Memorial Day to Labor Day). Appliances must have a Freon sticker. Do not place items in the street.
Accepted
- ✓ Wrapped mattresses and box springs
- ✓ Heavy metal items
- ✓ Refrigerators and ACs (with Freon removal sticker)
- ✓ Televisions, computers, and printers
Not Accepted
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Roofing materials
- ✕ Tires and car batteries
- ✕ Commercial garbage
- ✕ Motor oil and medical waste
Freon removal requires a permit from the City Clerk prior to scheduling an appliance pickup, or residents can hire a licensed private contractor to extract the Freon and apply their company sticker.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
During a holiday week, regular bulk and trash pickup occurs ONLY on your first scheduled pickup day of that week, and recycling will be collected on your second garbage collection day.
Yard Waste Exception
Appliance and heavy metal collections (which are normally scheduled for Thursdays) are entirely suspended during any week containing a city holiday.
Always refer to the DPW's annual Collection Schedule calendar, as the exact shifting of days depends on whether you live in the North End or South End.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
Memorial Day - Labor DaySet-out times shift early for the summer. All garbage, recycling, and bulk materials must be placed at the curb by 6:00 AM instead of the usual 7:00 AM.
Autumn to Spring
October - AprilThe city strictly bans grass clippings from regular trash pickup year-round. During these months in particular, the DPW officially recommends residents utilize a mulching mower and leave clippings on the lawn.
Local Tips & Community Info
Curbside Garbage Collection Zones and Timings
The Department of Public Works (DPW) manages residential sanitation across the city, dividing the community into two distinct collection zones. Homes located in the North End receive their standard trash pickup on Mondays and Thursdays, whereas properties situated in the South End are serviced on Tuesdays and Fridays. Crews begin their routes promptly at 7:00 a.m. for most of the year, though summer operations shift to an earlier 6:00 a.m. start time. Residents are required to use heavy-duty plastic bags or standardized trash cans.
Rules for Bins and Receptacles
To protect the safety of sanitation workers and comply with municipal codes, all household refuse must be placed in containers that do not exceed 32 gallons in capacity. Furthermore, a strict weight limit of 75 pounds per receptacle is enforced. Any bin packed too tightly, restricting the debris from falling out freely during collection, may be left unemptied.
Single-Stream Recycling in New Rochelle
A citywide recycling program operates diligently to keep reusable materials out of local landfills. Under the normal weekly schedule, recyclables are typically gathered on Wednesdays. It is imperative that residents place all glass jars, aluminum cans, and plastics loosely inside their designated recycling bins rather than utilizing plastic bags, which can interfere with the processing machinery. Commingled materials and clean paper products should be set at the curb matching the seasonal morning deadlines.
Disposing of Bulk Furniture and E-Waste
Getting rid of oversized household items like couches, chairs, and mattresses is highly convenient for New Rochelle residents. These large bulk items can simply be placed at the curb on your regularly scheduled garbage day. However, all mattresses and box springs must be completely sealed in plastic before disposal due to health regulations. If you are discarding electronic waste—such as televisions, monitors, and computers—these require a special appointment since they contain hazardous components and cannot be mixed with regular trash. Call the Refuse Collection Bureau directly at (914) 235-4654 for large-scale cleanouts or e-waste pickups.
Yard Waste Management and Leaf Collection
Throughout the growing season, typically spanning from spring through autumn, the DPW offers dedicated yard waste removal. Grass clippings, small brush, and seasonal leaves must be gathered into biodegradable paper compost bags or open-top bins holding no more than 50 pounds. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited for landscaping debris. During the late fall months, the city also launches a specialized leaf collection program to keep storm drains clear and streets safe before the winter snowfall arrives.
Holiday Delays and Service Interruptions
When a federally recognized holiday falls during the workweek, the Department of Public Works adjusts the sanitation schedule. Usually, collections are suspended on the holiday itself, pushing all subsequent routes back by one day for the remainder of that week. For instance, if a holiday occurs on a Wednesday, North End residents will likely see their second pickup shift to Thursday or Friday.
Drop-off Facilities
Westchester County Household Material Recovery Facility (H-MRF)
15 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY 10595
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the phone number for the New Rochelle Refuse Collection Bureau?
You can contact the New Rochelle Refuse Collection Bureau at (914) 235-4654 for questions regarding bulk pickups, missed trash, or e-waste appointments.
Why wasn't my garbage picked up today?
Common reasons for missed service include placing bins out past the 7:00 a.m. (or 6:00 a.m. in summer) deadline, exceeding the 75-pound weight limit, using containers larger than 32 gallons, or putting out unapproved construction materials.
Can I drop off my trash or recycling at a city dump?
No, the City of New Rochelle only provides curbside collection services. There is no municipal dump or incinerator available for public drop-offs.