Trash & Recycling in Denton County, TX (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Denton County, Texas.

Verified from official government sources

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

Bulk Item Disposal

Denton County does not provide bulk waste collection service in unincorporated areas but does operate household hazardous waste (HHW) collection events and provides access to the Denton County Landfill. Property owners must arrange bulk item disposal through their private hauler (often for an additional fee) or haul items to the landfill or transfer station themselves. The Denton County Household Hazardous Waste program accepts paints, chemicals, electronics, and other hazardous materials at scheduled events throughout the year.

Denton County Bulk Waste Disposal

Few Restrictions

Tex. Health & Safety Code Sec. 365.012 (Illegal Dumping; Criminal Penalties)

Sec. 365.012. ILLEGAL DUMPING; DISCARDING LIGHTED MATERIALS; CRIMINAL PENALTIES. (a) A person commits an offense if the person disposes or allows or permits the disposal of litter or other solid waste at a place that is not an approved solid waste site, including a place on or within 300 feet of a public highway, on a right-of-way, on other public or private property, or into inland or coast...

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Trash & Recycling by City in Denton County

3 cities in Denton County have their own trash & recycling rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

DentonPop. 139,869

10 verified rules • Bin Placement Rules, Bulk Item Disposal

LewisvillePop. 111,822

8 verified rules • Bin Placement Rules, Bulk Item Disposal

Little ElmPop. 56,014

2 verified rules • Bulk Item Disposal, Pickup Rules & Schedules

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