Palm Springs Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Palm Springs, Florida.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
Waste Management / SWA
Phone Number
561-965-4022Facility Address
226 Cypress Ln, Palm Springs, FL 33461
Collection Schedule
Garbage is collected twice a week, and recycling/yard waste is collected once a week.
Bin Colors
Grey for garbage, Yellow bin for paper, Blue bin for plastics/glass.
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Thanksgiving and Christmas Day push collection schedules back by one day.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Bulk items are collected once a week on your designated yard waste/bulk day.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Recycling is managed under the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County (SWA) dual-bin system.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Village of Palm Springs Garbage Collection
The Village of Palm Springs operates a highly coordinated solid waste management program to keep its tropical streets spotless. Standard residential garbage is collected twice a week. To ensure your household trash is picked up without delay, place your designated municipal bins at the edge of your property by 7:00 AM on your scheduled route days. The Village strictly requires all refuse to be tightly bagged before being tossed into the cart. This simple practice significantly reduces unpleasant odors, deters pests, and prevents loose litter from scattering across the neighborhood on windy Florida days.
The SWA Dual-Stream Recycling System
Palm Springs proudly participates in Palm Beach County’s unique dual-stream recycling system, heavily managed by the Solid Waste Authority (SWA). Residents use two distinct bins to separate materials: a yellow bin dedicated for paper products such as cardboard, newspaper, and magazines, and a blue bin reserved for commingled containers like plastic bottles, aluminum cans, and glass jars. It is absolutely crucial not to mix these materials or place them inside plastic grocery bags, as the regional sorting facilities are specifically calibrated for this separated method.
Vegetative Waste and Palm Frond Disposal
The lush tropical climate of Palm Beach County means residents frequently deal with intensive yard maintenance. Vegetative waste is collected once a week. Grass clippings, pulled weeds, and small pine cones must be placed in heavy-duty paper lawn bags or standard garbage cans. Larger debris, such as thick tree branches and massive palm fronds, must be neatly cut to lengths of no more than six feet and weigh less than 50 pounds per piece or bundle. This guarantees that the Village crews can safely and efficiently load the organic material into the trucks.
Bulk Trash and Appliance Pickups
Discarding oversized items like a broken refrigerator, an old mattress, or worn-out patio furniture requires strict adherence to the Village's bulk trash guidelines. Bulk collection is typically provided on specific days of the week, but residents are heavily advised to contact the Public Works Department prior to placing exceptionally large loads at the curb. Please note that construction and demolition debris, such as concrete blocks, roofing shingles, and heavy drywall, are completely excluded from standard bulk pickups and require private commercial disposal.
Automated Fleet Clearance Rules
Proper bin placement is essential for the automated collection trucks to operate safely without damaging property. Palm Springs residents must leave a minimum of three feet of unobstructed space around their garbage carts and recycling bins. Ensure that your containers are not blocked by parked cars, leaning against community mailboxes, or positioned directly under low-hanging tree branches. The lid opening must face the street. Empty carts should be pulled back to the side or rear of your home by the end of the collection day to comply with local codes.
Holiday Adjustments and Hurricane Prep
The Village's sanitation schedule is occasionally modified due to recognized holidays or extreme weather events. Collection is typically suspended entirely on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. If a major holiday falls on your regular service day, your pickup will be rescheduled according to the Village’s published holiday calendar. During hurricane season, if a severe storm is imminent, all waste collection will cease. Residents will be instructed to secure their bins indoors until the storm passes and it is deemed safe for crews to resume operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Palm Springs?
A: Garbage is collected twice a week, and recycling/yard waste is collected once a week.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Thanksgiving and Christmas Day push collection schedules back by one day.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: Grey for garbage, Yellow bin for paper, Blue bin for plastics/glass.
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Bulk items are collected once a week on your designated yard waste/bulk day.
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