Green Bay, WI Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)
Key Facts
- Free collections
- 2x/year, up to 2 cu yd
- Other times
- Paid special collection
- Drop-off
- Free at City sites
- Branch prep
- 3–8 ft, ≥1/2 in diameter
Summary
Green Bay collects bulky waste, furniture, appliances, and similar large items, free twice a year up to two cubic yards per residence; at other times it's a paid special pickup or a free drop-off.
The City will schedule two bulky waste collection periods annually during which residents will not be charged. During these periods, the City will collect up to two cubic yards of bulky waste per residence placed outside of a trash cart. At all other times, the above rules shall apply.
Full Breakdown
'Bulky waste', Sec. 32-1's term for appliances, furniture, bicycles, and other items too big for the collection cart, gets special handling under Sec. 32-2(c). The City runs two free bulky-waste collection periods a year, taking up to two cubic yards per residence placed outside the cart; outside those windows, a special crew still collects it but bills an hourly rate plus disposal costs. Residents can also drop bulky waste at City sites at no charge. Tree branches set out for regular collection must be cut into 3-to-8-foot lengths at least a half-inch in diameter, under Sec. 32-2(g)(2)e.
Violations & Fines
Unpaid special-collection charges become a lien on the property after 30 days, per Sec. 32-2(h) and Wis. Stat. § 66.0627; brush from vacant lots or contracted work left for the City is billed to the owner or contractor at actual cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
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