Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Cedar Park
Trash Day
Trash is collected once per week, Monday through Friday, based on your neighborhood zone.
Recycling
Recycling is collected every other week on your designated trash collection day.
Yard Waste
Bundled brush and paper yard bags are collected on your regular service day as part of your weekly 7-item bulk allowance, alongside dedicated seasonal yard trimmings collection events.
Set Out Time
By 7:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Trash and recycling charges are conveniently included on your monthly City of Cedar Park municipal utility bill alongside water and wastewater services.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay / Bank Draft (EFT), Mail, Phone, In Person
Green Bin (Trash)
All standard household trash must fit inside the green 95-gallon cart. The cart weight must not exceed 75 pounds. Up to 7 additional bags can be placed outside the cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Small broken items
Blue Bin (Recycling)
Items must be empty, clean, and dry. Do not bag recyclables; keep them loose in the blue cart. Any cardboard left outside the blue cart will be collected as bulk trash, not recycling.
Accepted Items
- ✓Plastic bottles and containers (#1-#7)
- ✓Mixed paper and cardboard
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (all colors)
- ✓Milk and juice cartons
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Glassware or light bulbs
- ✕Wire coat hangers
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Clothing or fabric
Yard Waste Bin
Yard trimmings must be placed in brown paper yard waste bags (no plastic bags) or bundled. Branches must be under 4 feet long and 4 inches in diameter, and bundles/bags cannot exceed 40 pounds.
Accepted Items
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Tree and shrub trimmings
- ✓Branches
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly
Placement
Place bulk items and bundled yard waste at least 3 feet away from your green and blue carts by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Bundled brush
- ✓ Large cardboard
- ✓ Non-Freon appliances
- ✓ Appliances with Freon professionally removed and tagged
Not Accepted
- ✕ Televisions
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Construction debris
- ✕ Hazardous materials
- ✕ Dirt, rocks, and concrete
- ✕ Auto parts
The 7-item weekly allowance is included in your standard utility rate. Special collections beyond this limit require calling Republic Services for an additional fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Major holidays may cause a one-day delay in collection for the remainder of the week. However, the City of Cedar Park occasionally maintains regular schedules during winter holidays, so residents should always consult the official 2026 Collection Calendar.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste and bulk collections follow the same holiday schedule adjustments as regular residential trash.
Everyone receives recycling service the week of New Year's Day, regardless of their standard bi-weekly schedule.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Winter
December - JanuaryThe city typically hosts a Holiday Tree Recycling Event in early January. Drop off your bare, un-flocked Christmas trees (decorations removed) at the Parks Operations Building for free mulching.
New Year
JanuaryDuring the week of New Year's Day, Cedar Park usually provides a bonus week of recycling collection for all residents to help manage the influx of holiday shipping boxes and wrapping paper.
Fall
October - NovemberTake advantage of Cedar Park's unlimited paper leaf bag and bundled brush collection periods. Ensure all wet bags are avoided, as they will break when lifted by sanitation crews.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turn Your Recyclables into Cash in Cedar Park!
Did you know you can get a little extra cash for some of your recyclables right here in the Cedar Park area? While Texas doesn't have a statewide bottle/can redemption program, many local scrap metal yards are happy to take your aluminum cans, copper, steel, and other metals off your hands. It's worth a quick search for 'scrap metal yards near Cedar Park' to find the closest one. Some might even pay for certain types of electronics or car batteries. It’s a great way to give your unwanted metal items a new life and keep them out of the landfill.
Giving Gently Used Items a Second Chance in Your Neighborhood
Before you toss items that are still in good condition, think about donating them! For furniture, clothing, household goods, and even building materials, check out the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in nearby Austin. They sell donated items at a discount to help fund their home-building projects. There are also several local Goodwill stores and other thrift shops in the greater Austin area that are always looking for donations. Dropping off your items not only helps others but also reduces waste. You can find a list of donation centers by searching for 'donations Cedar Park' or 'thrift stores Austin'.
Keeping Cedar Park Clean: What to Do About Dumping and Big Clean-Ups
While Cedar Park provides regular trash and recycling, sometimes folks need a hand with bigger clean-ups or might encounter illegal dumping. If you see trash dumped illegally, it's important to report it so the city can address it. You can usually find a reporting system on the City of Cedar Park's website or by calling their public works department. Keep an eye out for community clean-up events organized by local groups or the city itself – these are fantastic opportunities to pitch in and make a real difference in keeping our parks and streets tidy. These events are often advertised on the city's social media pages or community bulletin boards.
Drop-off Facilities
HHW Solutions Front Porch Pickup
At-Home Service (Cedar Park, TX)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Is recycling collected every week in Cedar Park?
No. While regular trash is collected weekly, single-stream recycling is picked up every other week. The only exception is the week of New Year's Day, when all households receive a bonus recycling pickup.
How many bulk items can I throw away each week?
Cedar Park allows you to place up to 7 bulk items or extra trash bags next to your green cart every week on your regular collection day. No prior scheduling is required for these 7 items.
Can I put my grass clippings in black plastic trash bags?
No. All yard trimmings, including leaves and grass clippings, must be placed in brown paper yard waste bags. If you use plastic bags, the crews will treat it as regular garbage instead of compostable yard waste.
What should I do if my trash cart is damaged or broken?
If your green trash cart or blue recycling cart is cracked or has a broken wheel, you can request a replacement by contacting the Cedar Park Utility Billing Office at 512-401-5300.