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Trash & Recycling in New Rochelle, NY (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Pickup Rules & Schedules

New Rochelle DPW provides weekly residential trash collection and separate recycling pickup. Collection routes and days vary by neighborhood. Holiday schedule published annually. Trash must be in covered containers or securely tied bags to comply with NY DEC SPDES stormwater and rodent-control rules.

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Some Restrictions

Bin Placement Rules

Trash and recycling containers may be placed curbside no earlier than 6 p.m. the evening before collection and must be removed by 8 p.m. the day of collection under the City's sanitation code. Containers must not block sidewalks, fire hydrants, or stormwater inlets.

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Some Restrictions

Bulk Item Disposal

New Rochelle DPW offers scheduled bulk trash pickup for large items (furniture, mattresses, appliances). Residents must call or schedule online in advance. White goods (refrigerators, AC units, dehumidifiers) require CFC removal certification under EPA Clean Air Act §608. Construction debris is not accepted curbside.

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Some Restrictions

Recycling Requirements

NY General Municipal Law §120-aa mandates source-separated recycling statewide. New Rochelle requires separation of paper/cardboard and commingled containers (metal, glass, plastic #1–7). Yard waste collected seasonally. Contamination may result in non-collection.

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Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Westchester County county-wide rules?

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

Trash & Recycling in Westchester County