Pickup Rules & Schedules: Aurora vs Centennial
How do pickup rules & schedules rules compare between Aurora, CO and Centennial, CO?
Aurora and Centennial have similar restriction levels.
Aurora, CO
Arapahoe County
Aurora residents subscribe with licensed private haulers; trash is typically collected weekly and recycling every other week, with set-out before 7 AM on collection day.
View full Aurora rules →Centennial, CO
Arapahoe County
Arapahoe County trash collection is not a county service in unincorporated areas—residents contract directly with private haulers (Waste Management, Republic Services, GFL, A-1 Organics). Aurora operates through competitive private contracts. Centennial uses PAYT-style tiered bins.
View full Centennial rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Aurora | Centennial |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Private licensed haulers | - |
| Trash Frequency | Weekly min | - |
| Recycling | Every other week min | - |
| Set-Out | By 7 AM | - |
| Unincorp Service | - | Private subscription |
| Major Haulers | - | WM, Republic, GFL |
| Centennial | - | Unified WM contract |
| Aurora Code | - | City Code Ch. 138 |
| Holiday Delay | - | One day shift |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Aurora FAQ
Who do I call for missed pickup?
Your hauler, not the city. Each hauler has a customer service line. Aurora does not manage individual pickups.
Can I haul my own trash to the landfill?
Yes, residents may self-haul to area transfer stations and landfills for a tipping fee.
Centennial FAQ
Does Arapahoe County provide trash service?
No. Unincorporated area residents must contract individually with licensed private haulers. Most cities within the county (Aurora, Centennial) use licensed hauler systems or unified contracts.
When do bins need to be at the curb?
Most haulers require bins curbside by 6 AM to 7 AM on pickup day. Aurora City Code §138 requires bins to be removed from curb within 12 hours after pickup.
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