St. Augustine South Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of St. Augustine South, Florida.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
Republic Services (Franchised)
Phone Number
904-827-6980Facility Address
2750 Industry Center Rd, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Collection Schedule
Weekly collection of garbage, recycling, and yard waste.
Bin Colors
Green (Garbage), Blue (Recycling).
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
Thanksgiving and Christmas Day shift collection by one day.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Up to 3 cubic yards of bulk waste per week on yard waste day.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Sanitation is managed through the St. Johns County central system.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
St. Johns County Solid Waste Protocols for St. Augustine South
As an unincorporated waterfront neighborhood, St. Augustine South adheres to the sanitation directives established by St. Johns County Solid Waste. Residents in this picturesque community are provided with specific county-issued roll carts for their routine household refuse. To guarantee that your garbage is collected without interruption, you must wheel your receptacle to the edge of the street no later than 6:00 a.m. on your designated service morning. The local fleet uses hydraulic lifting arms, which means drivers are not authorized to exit the cab to manually collect loose bags that are placed outside of the designated bin.
Spacing and Timing Rules for Standard Bins
Proper placement of your trash cart is critical to avoid missed pickups. St. Johns County regulations mandate that residents leave an unobstructed radius of at least three feet around the cart. It must be kept well away from roadside mailboxes, parked vehicles, fire hydrants, and utility poles. Additionally, the metal lifting bar needs to face the roadway. Homeowners are permitted to place their bins at the curb starting at 6:00 p.m. the evening before collection, but they must retrieve the empty containers by dusk on the day of service to maintain the neighborhood's aesthetic appeal.
Vegetative Debris and Lawn Care Waste
Keeping the coastal oaks and palm trees pruned generates a significant amount of green waste throughout the year. Fortunately, the county provides dedicated yard waste collection. However, all vegetative matter must be prepared meticulously. Tree limbs and thick branches must be cut to a maximum length of four feet, and they cannot exceed fifty pounds per bundled pile. Smaller yard clippings, such as dead leaves or grass, should be placed in rigid 32-gallon trash cans or heavy-duty paper lawn bags. Plastic bags are strictly prohibited for organic waste and will be ignored by the route drivers.
Discarding White Goods and Large Furniture
Replacing a faulty water heater, a rusty washing machine, or an old mattress requires a slightly different disposal approach. Bulky items cannot be forcefully jammed into your regular refuse cart. Instead, St. Augustine South residents must contact the contracted hauler’s customer service hotline to schedule a special bulk pickup. When disposing of old refrigerators or freezers, it is a strict safety mandate to completely remove the heavy doors or locking mechanisms before leaving the appliance near the sidewalk, preventing a tragic hazard for local children.
Holiday Adjustments for Coastal Residents
The sanitation department operates tirelessly to keep the community sanitary, but they do pause operations for a handful of major recognized holidays, including Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. If your normal pickup falls on one of these specific dates, your garbage and recycling services will systematically slide to the next consecutive business day. The county consistently updates their website and automated phone lines with exact holiday routing maps, ensuring residents are fully informed of any impending calendar shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in St. Augustine South?
A: Weekly collection of garbage, recycling, and yard waste.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: Thanksgiving and Christmas Day shift collection by one day.
Q: Which bins should I use for trash and recycling?
A: Green (Garbage), Blue (Recycling).
Q: How can I schedule a bulk waste pickup?
A: Up to 3 cubic yards of bulk waste per week on yard waste day.
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