Trash & Recycling in Sussex County, DE (2026)
4 rules for unincorporated Sussex County, Delaware.
Verified from official government sources
Bin Placement Rules
Large-scale commercial development in Sussex County must set dumpsters and trash collection areas back 60 feet from the front lot line, 30 feet from the sides and 30 feet from the rear, and screen them from view under Zoning Code § 115-170.1.
Sussex County Dumpster and Trash Pad Setbacks
Some RestrictionsSussex County Code § 115-170.1C(2)
All dumpsters, trash pads and trash collection storage areas shall be carefully located and oriented to be as inconspicuous as possible. All dumpsters, trash pads and trash collection storage areas shall be screened from adjoining properties. (a) Setbacks for dumpsters, trash pads and trash collection storage areas shall be minimum 60 feet front, 30 feet side and 30 feet rear.
Bulk Item Disposal
Disposing of demolition debris, more than four tires, or large trimmed trees at a Sussex County facility requires an advance permit from the County Engineer's office under § 91-9. Buildings or portions larger than 250 square feet must be reduced to flat sections and cleared of garbage before disposal, and refrigerators need their doors removed.
Sussex County Bulk & Demolition Waste Permits
Some RestrictionsSussex County Code § 91-9
(1) A permit must be obtained in advance from the County Engineer's office to dispose of any building or portion thereof larger than 250 square feet in size. This permit may require disposal at other than the nearest facility because of space available. All buildings or portions of buildings must be reduced to flat sections, be free from garbage and rubbish and be small enough to be transported...
Illegal Dumping
Dumping solid waste anywhere Delaware or Sussex County regulations prohibit, or on any property without the owner's written consent, is unlawful under § 91-3 of Chapter 91. A violation is a misdemeanor under § 91-10, carrying up to a $200 fine and 30 days in jail for a first offense and up to $500 and 60 days for every offense after that.
Sussex County Illegal Dumping Penalties
Heavy RestrictionsSussex County Code §§ 91-3, 91-10
A. It shall be unlawful to dispose of solid wastes by any method or at any location prohibited by applicable regulations of the State of Delaware or Sussex County. B. It shall be unlawful to dispose of solid wastes on any property without the written consent of the owner or person legally responsible for the use of the property. ... § 91-10. Violation of any portion of these regulations shall b...
Dumpster Rules
Sussex County requires anyone storing solid waste for collection or transfer, including dumpsters and roll-offs, to use effective measures against odor, nuisance to neighbors and access by rodents, animals and insects under § 91-3C of Chapter 91. Waste can't be placed on any property without the written consent of its owner.
Sussex County Solid Waste Storage Rules
Some RestrictionsSussex County Code § 91-3
A. It shall be unlawful to dispose of solid wastes by any method or at any location prohibited by applicable regulations of the State of Delaware or Sussex County. B. It shall be unlawful to dispose of solid wastes on any property without the written consent of the owner or person legally responsible for the use of the property. C. It shall be unlawful to store solid wastes for collection or tr...
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