Trash & Recycling in Anne Arundel County, MD (2026)

4 rules for unincorporated Anne Arundel County, Maryland.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Anne Arundel County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Pickup Rules & Schedules

Anne Arundel County Department of Public Works provides weekly curbside trash and recycling to county residents. Annapolis operates its own municipal collection. Bins out by 6 AM.

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Bin Placement Rules

Anne Arundel County requires bins placed at curb by 6 AM, removed by end of collection day. Bins must be 3 ft from obstacles. Stored out of view from street between pickups.

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Bulk Item Disposal

Anne Arundel County offers free bulk pickup with 24-hour advance scheduling. Up to 3 cubic yards per pickup. Hazmat and construction debris excluded. Millersville Landfill for self-haul.

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Recycling Requirements

Anne Arundel County mandates single-stream recycling. Accepts paper, cardboard, glass, metal, plastics #1-#5 and #7. Contaminated carts tagged and skipped. Yard waste separate weekly program.

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