Orlando provides curbside solid waste collection twice weekly for residential properties through the city's Solid Waste Division. Yard waste is collected weekly. Residents must use city-issued 96-gallon carts for garbage and recycling. Collection schedules vary by neighborhood. Bulk items require scheduling through 311.
Orlando's residential solid waste service includes twice-weekly garbage collection, weekly recycling collection, and weekly yard waste collection. Residents receive city-issued 96-gallon carts for garbage (gray) and recycling (blue). Yard waste must be bundled or in containers not exceeding 50 pounds. Bulk items (furniture, appliances) require a scheduled pickup through the city's 311 service. Collection begins at 7 AM on scheduled days. Service is funded through a solid waste assessment on property tax bills. Commercial properties arrange private collection.
Improper placement or contamination of recycling: cart may not be collected. Unauthorized dumping: fines up to $500. Using non-city containers: warning, then citation.
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