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Bergenfield vs Englewood

How do pickup rules & schedules rules compare between Bergenfield, NJ and Englewood, NJ?

Bergenfield has fewer restrictions than Englewood.

Bergenfield, NJ

Bergen County

Few Restrictions

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.

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Englewood, NJ

Bergen County

Some Restrictions

Englewood Chapter 364 governs collection hours and conduct, prohibiting Sunday pickup and limiting weekday residential collection to between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with Department of Public Works enforcement.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactBergenfieldEnglewood
Earliest Set-Out6:00 p.m. night before-
Latest Set-Out6:00 a.m. pickup day-
Borough Barrel96 gallons per three bedrooms-
Schedule TypeQuadrant-based-
Code Source-Chapter 364
Sunday Collection-Prohibited
Weekday Window-7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Enforcement-DPW and Police

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Bergenfield FAQ

When can I put my trash out in Bergenfield?

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

What size trash can does Bergenfield provide?

The Borough provides one 96-gallon barrel (or larger) per three bedrooms for residential properties. Tenants or landlords are responsible per the lease agreement.

Can I use my neighbor's bin?

No. It is unlawful to deposit refuse or garbage into a container owned, contracted, or maintained by another person or business in Bergenfield.

Englewood FAQ

Can a private hauler collect trash on Sunday in Englewood?

No. Chapter 364 prohibits collection on Sundays anywhere in the City and limits weekday residential pickup to between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Who enforces trash pickup rules in Englewood?

The Director of Public Works and designated DPW employees enforce Chapter 364 together with the Englewood Police Department, including hauler vehicle and registration standards.

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