West Allis, WI Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)
Key Facts
- Volume limit
- 1 cubic yard outside receptacle
- Weight limit
- 50 lbs per object
- Removal
- Must be liftable by one person
- Governed by
- Public Works Director
Summary
West Allis lets residents set large items outside their cart for bulk pickup, but caps the pile at 1 cubic yard total and 50 pounds per object.
Solid waste is properly presented for bulk pickup if all the following applies: All solid waste outside the approved receptacle does not exceed a combined 1 cubic yard in volume. The solid waste is presented in a manner that can be removed or emptied by a single person. The solid waste is presented in a manner that ensures it will not be a source of food or harborage for rodents. The solid waste is presented in a manner that does not pose a threat of injury to persons or property. No object exceeds 50 pounds in weight. There are no more than 2 city refuse receptacles and 2 city recycling receptacles per residential unit served. All solid waste presented is in a condition so that no dust, ash, liquid, pet waste, or other material leaks out of the receptacle or into the air when the receptacle is tipped into the vehicle collecting that solid waste. The solid waste is placed at or near the collection point. The collection point for properties abutting an alley is on or near the property line abutting that alley. The collection point for properties not abutting an alley is on the terrace area or driveway apron adjacent to but not extending into the roadway. The receptacle is airtight, watertight, and otherwise in a condition that prevents animals from accessing the contents of the receptacle.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: ?).
Full Breakdown
Section 7.24 allows solid waste to be "properly presented for bulk pickup" outside the approved receptacle, but only if it meets a list of conditions: the material outside the receptacle can't exceed a combined 1 cubic yard, no single object can weigh more than 50 pounds, and everything must be removable by one person, secured against becoming rodent food, and free of any injury hazard. Anything presented for bulk pickup may be removed and discarded by the City.
Violations & Fines
Bulk items that don't meet the size, weight, or presentation rules may be refused; the Director can either collect noncompliant items for an added fee or leave them in place and require the owner to remove and dispose of them properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
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