Atlanta, GA Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)
Key Facts
- Scheduling
- Through Atlanta 311 (24 hours advance)
- Item Limit
- Up to 6 items per scheduled pickup
- Prohibited Items
- Construction debris, tires, hazardous waste
- Electronics
- Must go to designated recycling facility
- Illegal Dumping Fine
- Up to $1,000 per incident
Summary
Atlanta provides bulk item pickup service for residential properties through the Department of Public Works. Residents must schedule bulk pickup through Atlanta 311 in advance. Common bulk items include furniture, mattresses, and appliances. There are limits on the number of items per pickup and restrictions on accepted materials.
Bulk Collection Effective February 16, 2026, bulk collections will be scheduled on your regular weekly collection day. Bulk collections still must be scheduled. Please place garbage/recycling carts and yard trimmings (on yard trimming collection weeks) at least six (6) feet away from bulk items at curbside. Carts, yard trimmings and bulk placed too close together may result in one or both being delayed. 12 collections per year (if 12 collections per year are exceeded, the resident is charged a fee of $343.10) Schedule at least one business day in advance Schedule online at https://www.atlantaga.gov/solidwaste or with ATL311 by dialing (404) 546-0311 Do not place items at the curb before 7 p.m. the day before the scheduled pickup A citation may be issued if items are placed on the curb before 7 p.m. the day before scheduled pickup Scheduled bulk collections must be canceled by 3 p.m. the day before the scheduled collection day Bulk Items Eligible for Collection: Approved items must be in the right-of-way, not blocked by mailboxes, cars, overhanging tree branches and/or powerlines Household bulk waste includes large items (furniture) or white goods (appliances) Bulk Collection is defined as no more than 8 cubic yards (the size of a small room of furniture) If the items to be collected exceed 8 cubic yards, the additional items collected will be considered an additional bulk collection Garbage carts containing debris may be taken if placed out along with bulk collection items Bulk Items Not Eligible for Collection: The City will not collect auto parts (including tires) or building/construction materials Bulk is prohibited for the following: Evictions Vacant properties Items left by contractors
Full Breakdown
Bulk item pickup must be scheduled through Atlanta 311 at least 24 hours in advance. Residents may schedule up to 6 bulk items per pickup. Items must be placed at the curb on the scheduled date. Accepted items include furniture, mattresses, large appliances (with doors removed for safety), and similar household items. Prohibited items include construction debris, tires, hazardous waste, and electronics (which must go to designated recycling facilities). The city also holds periodic amnesty cleanup events in neighborhoods for larger-volume disposal. Appliances containing refrigerants must be certified as properly evacuated before pickup.
Violations & Fines
Placing bulk items at the curb without scheduling may result in a code enforcement citation for improper waste disposal. Items left at the curb for extended periods may be cited as a nuisance. Illegal dumping of bulk items in public spaces or vacant lots carries fines up to $1,000 per incident.
Frequently Asked Questions
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