Unincorporated Pima County residents use county transfer stations for bulk waste drop-off. No curbside bulk pickup. Illegal desert dumping is a Class 2 misdemeanor under ARS 13-1603.
Unincorporated Pima County residents do not receive curbside bulk pickup unless they subscribe to a private hauler. The county operates transfer stations at Ajo Highway, Tangerine Road, and other locations for drop-off of large items, appliances (with Freon removal certification), tires, and construction debris. Mattresses, sofas, and white goods are accepted at no charge during periodic amnesty events. Desert dumping is aggressively enforced by Pima County Code Compliance and Sheriff; violators face ARS 13-1603 penalties plus county cleanup cost recovery. Electronics and household hazardous waste have separate drop-off events coordinated by the county.
Illegal dumping: Class 2 misdemeanor under ARS 13-1603, up to $750 fine and 4 months jail. County may also pursue civil cost recovery for cleanup expenses.
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