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Trash & Recycling in Bergenfield, NJ (2026)

4 verified trash & recycling rules for Bergenfield, New Jersey, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Pickup Rules & Schedules

Bergenfield requires garbage, recycling, bulk, and vegetative waste be placed curbside after 6:00 p.m. the night before pickup or before 6:00 a.m. on the scheduled collection day.

Bergenfield Curbside Trash Pickup Placement Times

Few Restrictions

Bin Placement Rules

Bergenfield requires receptacles be conveniently located on premises and maintained to prevent health nuisances, with landlords or tenants responsible based on dwelling type and lease terms.

Bergenfield Trash and Recycling Bin Placement Rules

Few Restrictions

Bulk Item Disposal

Bergenfield bulk pickup allows up to four pieces of household furniture, two appliances, and one carpet per scheduled bulk day. Contractor debris, electronics, and chemicals are excluded.

Bergenfield Bulk Pickup Limits and Item Restrictions

Few Restrictions

Recycling Requirements

Bergenfield requires owners, lessees, and occupants to separate paper, glass, plastic, metals, e-waste, batteries, yard waste, and other recyclables from trash under its mandatory recycling ordinance.

Bergenfield Mandatory Recycling Program Requirements

Few Restrictions

Looking for Bergen County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Bergenfield city rules.

Trash & Recycling in Bergen County