Trash & Recycling in Cleveland, OH (2026)
4 verified trash & recycling rules for Cleveland, Ohio, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Pickup Rules & Schedules
Cleveland provides weekly curbside trash and recycling collection through the Division of Waste Collection. Residents receive city-issued carts for trash and recycling. Collection occurs on a designated day based on the neighborhood. All residential waste must be placed in city-issued carts with lids closed.
Cleveland Trash Pickup Schedules & Rules
Some RestrictionsBin Placement Rules
Cleveland requires trash and recycling carts to be placed at the curb edge with lids closed and handles facing the house. Carts should be placed at least 3 feet apart and away from mailboxes, parked cars, and other obstacles to allow automated collection arm access.
Cleveland Trash Bin Placement Rules
Some RestrictionsBulk Item Disposal
Cleveland offers bulk item pickup for large items that do not fit in the standard trash cart. Residents can schedule bulk pickups through the Division of Waste Collection. Acceptable items include furniture, mattresses, and appliances (with Freon removed). Items must be placed curbside on the scheduled day.
Cleveland Bulk Item Disposal & Pickup
Some RestrictionsRecycling Requirements
Cleveland provides curbside single-stream recycling collected every other week. Accepted materials include paper, cardboard, plastic bottles and containers (#1-5, #7), glass bottles and jars, and metal cans. Materials should be clean and dry. No plastic bags, Styrofoam, or food-contaminated items.
Cleveland Mandatory Recycling Requirements
Some RestrictionsLooking for Cuyahoga County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Cleveland city rules.
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