St. Clair County, IL Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)
Key Facts
- County bulk pickup
- None
- Disposal rule
- Permitted landfill (Ch. 32)
- Debris on lots
- County may remove and lien
- Covers
- Furniture, tires, discarded materials
- In cities
- Municipal bulk programs
Summary
There's no county bulk-pickup program. Large items and construction debris must be hauled to a permitted landfill or transfer facility under the county Sanitary Landfill Code (Ch. 32). Letting bulk waste and debris pile up on unincorporated property lets the county remove it and lien the cost.
"Waste" means any garbage, debris or other discarded materials including glass, plastic, paper, wood, metal, rubber, fabrics, furniture, tires or any other materials that have been discarded.
Full Breakdown
St. Clair County does not offer bulk or large-item collection; disposal must go to a properly permitted facility. The Sanitary Landfill Code (Chapter 32), adopted under state authority prohibiting open dumps, defines garbage disposal areas and land reclamation and requires waste be handled at approved sites. On the enforcement side, Nuisances Chapter 25, Article II lets the Garbage and Debris Removal Coordinator remove accumulated garbage, waste and debris (including furniture, tires, and discarded materials) from unincorporated lots after 15 days' notice, liening the cost. Cities offer their own bulk-item programs; check with your municipality.
Violations & Fines
Open dumping of bulk waste violates the Sanitary Landfill Code and 415 ILCS 105; the county may remove accumulated debris and lien removal costs (SCC 25-2-9).
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the county pick up large items?
What if debris piles up on my land?
Sources & Official References
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