Trash & Recycling in Allen, TX

Allen maintains 59 local ordinances across all categories, and 2 of those deal specifically with trash & recycling. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where Allen falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

Pickup Rules & Schedules

Allen contracts with CWD (Community Waste Disposal) for weekly residential trash and recycling collection. Service includes one trash cart and one recycling cart collected on the same day. Set out by 7:00 AM on collection day.

Key details: Hauler: CWD (franchise). Frequency: Weekly. Set-Out Time: By 7:00 AM. Cart Size: 96 gallon standard. Removal: Within 12 hours.

Leaving carts at curb beyond 12 hours after collection: code compliance warning, then citation up to 500 dollars under Chapter 50 of Allen Code of Ordinances.

If you are coming from a city with tighter rules, you will find Allen gives residents more flexibility on pickup rules & schedules.

Bulk Item Disposal

Allen provides weekly bulk item collection on the regular trash day. Residents may set out up to 4 cubic yards of bulk items per week including furniture, appliances (Freon removed), and bundled brush. No advance scheduling required.

Key details: Frequency: Weekly with trash. Volume Limit: 4 cubic yards. Brush: 4 ft lengths, bundled. Bundle Weight: 40 lbs max. Freon: Tag required.

If you are coming from a city with tighter rules, you will find Allen gives residents more flexibility on bulk item disposal.

The Bottom Line

Compared to many U.S. cities, Allen gives residents more room on trash & recycling. 2 of the 2 rules here are rated permissive. But permissive does not mean unregulated. There are still requirements, and the city does enforce them when violations are reported.

This guide is based on Allen's current municipal code. Local rules can and do change, so check the individual ordinance pages for the latest details, penalties, and FAQs.