Trash & Recycling in Oneida County, NY (2026)

4 rules for unincorporated Oneida County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

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

Pickup Rules & Schedules

Oneida-Herkimer Solid Waste Authority (OHSWA) manages solid waste and recycling regionally. Municipal contracts or private haulers handle curbside pickup; schedules vary by city/town.

Trash Recycling: Pickup Rules

Some Restrictions

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Bin Placement Rules

Bins placed at curb no earlier than 4 PM the day before collection; must be removed within 24 hours after pickup. Local codes enforce setbacks from property line and prohibit storage in front yards.

Trash Recycling: Bin Placement

Some Restrictions

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Bulk Item Disposal

Bulk items (furniture, appliances, mattresses) accepted at OHSWA Eastern Transfer Station (Utica) and Western Transfer Station (Rome) for tipping fees. Scheduled curbside bulk pickup varies by municipality.

Trash Recycling: Bulk Disposal

Some Restrictions

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Recycling Requirements

Mandatory source-separated recycling under Oneida-Herkimer Local Law. OHSWA dual-stream: Container Recyclables (metal/glass/plastic) and Paper/Cardboard collected separately.

Trash Recycling: Recycling Requirements

Heavy Restrictions

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