White Plains DPW provides weekly residential trash and recycling collection on assigned routes. Trash must be in closed containers or tied plastic bags, max 35-50 lb per item. Recycling goes in separate labeled bins — paper/cardboard vs. commingled containers.
Route schedules are posted on the city website by address. Collection generally begins at 7 a.m. Holidays typically delay collection by one day. Yard waste (leaves, branches under 4 ft) is collected seasonally. Apartment buildings arrange private carters rather than municipal collection. Commercial properties must use licensed private haulers.
Improperly containerized waste: refusal with tag. Overweight bags: $25-$100 fine.
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