Sunset Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of Sunset, Florida.
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📍 View Official Collection MapService Provider
Miami-Dade Solid Waste Management
Phone Number
305-468-5900Facility Address
111 NW 1st St, Miami, FL 33128
Collection Schedule
Two weekly garbage pickups and bi-weekly recycling collection.
Bin Colors
Green (Garbage), Blue (Recycling).
Guidelines & Rules
🎄 Holiday Delays
No collection on MLK Day, Independence Day, or Christmas.
🛋️ Bulk Waste Pickup
Two scheduled bulk pickups per year (up to 25 cubic yards each).
⚠️ Important Guidelines
All requests are handled through the county’s 311 system.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Waste Management Operations in Sunset
As a census-designated place within Miami-Dade County, the community of Sunset relies on the county's Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) for all residential refuse operations. Homeowners utilize standard green rollout containers for their routine garbage needs, with pickups occurring twice weekly. To ensure the automated trucks can service your address without delays, position the bin at the curb by 7:00 AM on your assigned days. The container should be placed on a flat surface, free from obstructions like mailboxes or low-hanging tree branches, with the front metal bar facing the roadway.
Navigating the Blue Cart Recycling System
Sunset participates in Miami-Dade's countywide single-stream recycling initiative, which utilizes distinct blue carts serviced every other week. You are encouraged to recycle clean paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, and narrow-neck plastic bottles. It is imperative that these items are tossed loosely into the cart. Bagging recyclables in plastic grocery sacks is strictly prohibited, as the film jams the gears at the processing plant. Furthermore, glass items and styrofoam must be kept out of the blue cart to prevent widespread contamination of the recyclable bales.
Requesting Oversized Debris Removal
One of the major perks of being a Miami-Dade solid waste customer is the generous bulk trash allowance. Sunset residents are granted two free bulk waste pickups per calendar year, allowing up to 25 cubic yards of debris per request. This is perfect for disposing of large furniture, mattresses, and extensive yard trimmings. However, you must schedule this service through the county’s 311 system before placing anything on the swale. Unauthorized dumping of oversized items is illegal and subject to heavy code enforcement fines.
Snapper Creek Trash and Recycling Center
If you have already used your annual bulk pickups or need to dispose of debris immediately, the nearby Snapper Creek Neighborhood Trash and Recycling Center is available. Sunset locals can utilize this facility to drop off yard waste, clean wood, and up to three passenger vehicle tires. Access is restricted to residential customers, so you must present a valid Florida ID with a matching local address at the gate. Commercial vehicles, trailers, and landscaping contractors are strictly prohibited from using these neighborhood drop-off sites.
Home Chemical Collection Protocols
Protecting the Biscayne Aquifer requires strict adherence to hazardous waste disposal protocols. Residents of Sunset must never place volatile substances like pool chemicals, wet paint, motor oil, or lithium batteries into their regular curbside bins. Miami-Dade County operates specific Home Chemical Collection Centers designed to safely receive these toxic materials. By dropping off your hazardous household chemicals at these designated locations, you ensure they are neutralized properly without posing a threat to the local environment or municipal sanitation workers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in Sunset?
A: Two weekly garbage pickups and bi-weekly recycling collection.
Q: How does the holiday schedule affect garbage pickup?
A: No collection on MLK Day, Independence Day, or Christmas.
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: Two scheduled bulk pickups per year (up to 25 cubic yards each).
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