Pinellas Park, FL Trash & Recycling: Pickup Rules & Schedules (2026)
Key Facts
- Garbage frequency
- Twice per week
- Recycling frequency
- Once per week
- Max container size
- 35 gallons
- Max weight
- 50 pounds
Summary
Pinellas Park's solid waste rules in Chapter 11 (Garbage and Disposal Items) require residents to use approved containers and follow assigned twice-weekly pickup schedules with separate weekly recycling collection.
Local government solid waste responsibilities. - (1) The governing body of a county has the responsibility and power to provide for the operation of solid waste disposal facilities to meet the needs of all incorporated and unincorporated areas of the county.
Full Breakdown
Under Chapter 11 of the Pinellas Park Code of Ordinances, residential solid waste is collected twice per week (typically Tuesday and Friday) with single-stream recycling collected once per week (typically Wednesday). Containers may not exceed 35 gallons in capacity and must have handles and a fitted lid; bags and containers may not exceed 50 pounds each. Materials placed out in oversized cans, loose, or in containers without lids may be left behind and tagged. The city's solid waste division enforces the rules, and missed pickups should be reported promptly. Holiday schedule changes are posted by the city.
Violations & Fines
Using oversized or unlidded containers, exceeding the 50-pound weight limit, or setting out non-conforming material can result in non-collection, warning tags, and code enforcement citations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a 64-gallon cart for trash?
What time should bins be at the curb?
Sources & Official References
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