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Seminole County, FL Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Key Facts

Bulk items
By request via pickup form
Bundle length
4 feet maximum
Branch diameter
4 inches maximum
Yard bags
Up to 15 per collection
Per container
50 gallons / 50 pounds

Summary

Seminole County collects large items like furniture and appliances by request via a Bulk Item Pickup form. Yard waste must be bagged, canned, or bundled under 4 feet and 50 pounds, with up to 15 bags per collection.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Seminole County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

All Residential Collection Service Solid Waste, Yard Trash-Regular and Recyclable Material shall be properly containerized in Garbage Receptacles or tied in bundles not exceeding four feet in length. No filled Garbage Receptacle or bundle shall exceed 50 pounds in weight.

Full Breakdown

County residential collection guidelines allow large items such as furniture or appliances (white goods) to be picked up upon request through a Bulk Item Pickup Request Form. White goods and furniture are placed at the usual accessible pickup location. Yard waste must be in a trash can or bag, or tied in a bundle; bundles cannot exceed 4 feet in length, branches should not exceed 4 inches in diameter, no container over 50 gallons/50 pounds, and up to 15 bags may be set out at once. Construction and demolition debris is not regular yard trash and must go to a designated disposal facility.

Violations & Fines

Improperly containerized or co-mingled bulk/yard waste violates Sec. 235.74 and is subject to citation; unpermitted burying or burning of waste is separately unlawful under Sec. 235.72.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a couch or fridge picked up?
Submit a Bulk Item Pickup Request Form to Seminole County; large items like furniture and appliances are collected on request.
How much yard waste can I set out?
Up to 15 bags at one time, with bundles under 4 feet, branches under 4 inches diameter, and no container over 50 gallons or 50 pounds.

Sources & Official References

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