Tempe provides scheduled bulk trash collection for items too large for regular pickup (furniture, appliances, yard waste). Residents can schedule bulk pickups through the city's solid waste division. Items must be placed at the curb on the scheduled date. Hazardous waste and electronics require special disposal through city events or designated drop-off facilities.
Tempe's solid waste program includes scheduled bulk trash collection for oversized items that don't fit in regular bins. Eligible items include furniture, mattresses, appliances (doors must be removed), large yard waste, and other household bulk items. Residents can schedule bulk pickups by contacting the city's solid waste division. Items should be placed curbside on the designated collection day, not more than 24 hours before pickup. Prohibited items include hazardous waste, tires, batteries, electronics, and construction debris. The city hosts periodic household hazardous waste collection events for paints, chemicals, batteries, and electronics. Tempe also operates or participates in recycling drop-off programs. Illegal dumping of bulk items in alleys, vacant lots, or storm drains is prohibited and subject to fines. The city provides information about authorized disposal options for items not accepted in bulk collection.
Placing prohibited items in bulk collection or dumping items illegally may result in fines. Items placed curbside too early may receive code compliance citations.
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