Paramus Chapter 379 governs bulk pickup, including limits on items, appliance preparation, and a separate twice-monthly electronics collection program.
Chapter 379 covers disposal of bulky non-recyclable items such as chairs, tables, mattresses, and rugs, with rugs required to be cut into 3-foot lengths, rolled, and tied. Trash must be separated from kitchen garbage and is collected only on the end-of-week scheduled pickup. Refrigerators and other appliances must have doors removed before placement at the curb to prevent entrapment. The Borough does not collect automobile parts of any kind, industrial waste, or contractor construction debris. Computer and electronic items are scheduled for curb collection twice a month by calling the Department of Public Works at 201-265-2100.
Non-conforming bulk items will be left at the curb, and repeated improper placement may result in ordinance violation fines.
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