Trash & Recycling in Pinellas County, FL (2026)

4 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 8 cities in Pinellas County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

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

Pickup Rules & Schedules

Pinellas County governs solid waste collection under Chapter 106 of the Code of Ordinances, with municipalities and licensed private haulers handling residential pickup in incorporated and unincorporated areas.

Pinellas County Solid Waste Collection and Hauler Rules

Some Restrictions

Fla. Stat. § 403.706 (Local Government Solid Waste Responsibilities)

403.706 Local government solid waste responsibilities. - (1) The governing body of a county has the responsibility and power to provide for the operation of solid waste disposal facilities to meet the needs of all incorporated and unincorporated areas of the county.

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Bin Placement Rules

Pinellas County sets bin placement at the curb in unincorporated areas under Chapter 106 and licensed-hauler rules, with set-out timing and clearance standards detailed by each municipality.

Pinellas County Trash and Recycle Bin Placement Standards

Few Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Bulk Item Disposal

Pinellas County addresses bulk waste under Chapter 106, with each city or licensed hauler scheduling residential bulk pickup and the county handling self-haul disposal at solid waste facilities.

Pinellas County Bulk Waste and Hurricane Debris Rules

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Recycling Requirements

Pinellas County coordinates recycling under Chapter 106 with municipalities and licensed haulers running curbside programs and the county operating drop-off centers and education for unincorporated residents.