Bulk Item Disposal: Mount Vernon vs White Plains
How do bulk item disposal rules compare between Mount Vernon, NY and White Plains, NY?
Mount Vernon and White Plains have similar restriction levels.
Mount Vernon, NY
Westchester County
Bulk items (furniture, mattresses, large appliances) picked up by Mount Vernon DPW on scheduled bulk days or by appointment. Call DPW in advance; some items require separate handling.
View full Mount Vernon rules →White Plains, NY
Westchester County
Bulk items (furniture, mattresses, appliances) are collected by White Plains DPW by appointment. Some items require tags or fees. Electronics and hazardous waste must go to Westchester County household hazardous waste events — not curbside.
View full White Plains rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Mount Vernon | White Plains |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduling | Call DPW | - |
| Refrigerants | CFC fee applies | - |
| Not Accepted | C&D, tires, e-waste | - |
| Dumping Fine | $250-$2,000 | - |
| Bulk pickup | - | By DPW appointment |
| Freon items | - | Certification or sticker |
| Construction debris | - | Private carter only |
| E-waste | - | County events |
| HHW | - | Westchester County |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Mount Vernon FAQ
How do I get rid of an old refrigerator?
Call Mount Vernon DPW to schedule; pay the refrigerant recovery fee.
Can I leave construction debris at the curb?
No. C&D debris, tires, and electronics are not accepted curbside — take them to the Westchester County material recovery facility.
What's the fine for illegal bulk dumping in Mount Vernon?
Fines range from $250 to $2,000, and the city actively enforces at vacant lots and commercial dumpsters.
White Plains FAQ
How do I dispose of a mattress in White Plains?
Schedule a bulk pickup with DPW. Place the mattress curbside bagged in plastic on your scheduled day.
Where do I take old paint and batteries?
Westchester County hosts quarterly Household Hazardous Waste events — paint, batteries, pesticides, and chemicals are accepted there, not curbside.
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