Trash & Recycling in Palm Springs, CA (2026)
4 verified trash & recycling rules for Palm Springs, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Pickup Rules & Schedules
Palm Springs Disposal Services is the franchise hauler for the city. Residential service includes weekly trash, recycling, and organics carts. Carts must be out by 6 AM on collection day with at least 3-foot clearance and lids closed. Missed pickups can be reported within 24 hours.
Palm Springs Trash Pickup Rules
Some RestrictionsBin Placement Rules
Trash, recycling, and organics carts in Palm Springs must be placed at the curb with wheels toward the house, lids closed, and 3 feet of clearance from other objects. Place no earlier than 6 PM the evening before and remove by end of collection day. Stored out of public view on non-pickup days.
Palm Springs Bin Placement
Some RestrictionsBulk Item Disposal
Palm Springs residents receive scheduled bulk item pickups through Palm Springs Disposal Services, typically 2-4 appointments per year per account at no additional charge. Accepted items include furniture, mattresses, and appliances. Electronics and hazardous waste must go to the Riverside County HHW program or authorized drop-off sites.
Palm Springs Bulk Item Disposal
Few RestrictionsRecycling Requirements
California SB 1383 requires all Palm Springs residents and businesses to separate organic waste (food scraps, food-soiled paper, yard waste) into the green organics cart. Recyclables go in the blue cart. Contamination triggers warnings and potential fees; the state goal is 75% organics diversion from landfills.
Palm Springs Recycling (SB 1383 Organics)
Some RestrictionsLooking for Riverside County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Palm Springs city rules.
Trash & Recycling in Riverside County →