Tacoma, WA Trash & Recycling: Pickup Rules & Schedules (2026)

Any waste exceeding the rated capacity of the container shall be subject to an extra charge at applicable rates established herein. Overloading containers in a manner which is likely to: (i) cause damage to the collection vehicle or container; (ii) create a litter condition; or (iii) impede collection is prohibited.

E. Solid Waste Management may collect extra solid waste on or around automated containers. If additional solid waste is generated on the premises that cannot be accommodated by regularly scheduled service in the automated containers provided, the customer shall request and use additional automated containers or be subject to additional charges as set forth in this chapter. “Extra refuse” is any material placed for collection in addition to the regular collection service, which is within acceptable weight limits, is able to be reasonably handled by one person, and is placed within a five-foot radius of the container.

F. Automated collection within the City is mandatory in those areas designated by Solid Waste Management.

G. Any manure, offal, or other noxious material that, in the discretion of Solid Waste Management, has not been securely wrapped shall not be collected.

H. It shall be a violation hereof to place or deposit any solid waste whatsoever in or around a solid waste container owned or provided for the use of another customer without that customer’s approval.

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