Miami-Dade County provides scheduled bulk waste collection for large items in unincorporated areas. Residents must schedule bulk pickups through 311. Items must be placed at the curb on the scheduled date. Hazardous materials are not accepted.
Bulk waste collection in unincorporated Miami-Dade County is available by scheduling through 311 or the Department of Solid Waste Management. Large items such as furniture, appliances, mattresses, and yard debris exceeding regular cart capacity are collected on scheduled dates. Items must be placed at the curb on the scheduled day. Electronics, tires, and hazardous materials are not accepted through bulk collection and must be brought to designated collection centers. Miami-Dade operates multiple Trash and Recycling Centers for items not accepted through curbside collection. Construction debris is the responsibility of the property owner or contractor.
Dumping bulk items at the curb without scheduling is a code violation. Illegal dumping on vacant lots or rights-of-way carries fines under Chapter 15 and potential criminal penalties.
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