Bulky item disposal in unincorporated LA County varies by Garbage Disposal District. Most contract haulers provide bulky pickup service. Residents outside GDDs must arrange private service. Illegal dumping is enforced by county code enforcement with fines.
Bulky item disposal in unincorporated LA County varies by Garbage Disposal District and waste hauler. Most haulers offer free bulky item pickup (furniture, appliances, mattresses) with advance scheduling — typically 1-4 pickups per year. Items must be placed at the curb on the scheduled pickup day. Hazardous waste (paint, batteries, electronics) is not accepted for curbside pickup and must go to a Household Hazardous Waste facility. LA County operates several permanent HHW collection centers and periodic roundup events. Illegal dumping of bulk items is a misdemeanor.
Illegal dumping of bulk items on streets, vacant lots, or public property is a misdemeanor under CA Penal Code 374.3 with fines of $250-$1,000 for first offense, $500-$3,000 for second, and up to $10,000 for third. Leaving bulk items at the curb outside scheduled pickup days may result in code enforcement fines of $100-$500. Report illegal dumping to (888) 846-0800.
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