The Acreage Trash & Recycling Schedule
Official garbage collection rules, bin guidelines, and holiday schedules for residents of The Acreage, Florida.
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Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County (SWA)
Phone Number
561-697-2700Facility Address
7501 N Jog Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33412
Collection Schedule
Garbage is collected twice a week, and recycling/yard waste 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 the designated yard waste day, limited to 3 cubic yards.
⚠️ Important Guidelines
Because it is unincorporated, The Acreage is serviced under Palm Beach County's SWA franchise agreements.
Comprehensive Guide & Details
Palm Beach County SWA Operations in The Acreage
Due to its status as an unincorporated residential community, solid waste services for homes in The Acreage are governed directly by the Palm Beach County Solid Waste Authority (SWA). Garbage is typically collected twice per week. Because many properties in this region sit on larger, rural estate lots, it is especially important to bring your designated rollout cart down the driveway and place it flush with the swale or street edge before 6:00 a.m. Make sure the container's opening faces the road, and maintain at least three feet of clearance from mailboxes, drainage culverts, and fences to allow the automated collection arms to function without causing property damage.
Strict Dual-Bin Recycling Protocols
The SWA mandates a highly effective dual-stream recycling system to minimize sorting contamination. Every household utilizes a yellow bin and a blue bin. The yellow container is exclusively reserved for paper products, including junk mail, magazines, and flattened corrugated cardboard boxes. The blue container is designed for rinsed plastic bottles, aluminum cans, steel food tins, and glass jars. Never place plastic grocery bags or Styrofoam into either bin. If the collection crews spot prohibited materials mixed in with your recyclables, they are instructed to leave the bin at the curb with a non-compliance sticker attached.
Managing Rural Yard Waste Allowances
Living in a heavily wooded, equestrian-friendly community means property owners generate a massive amount of yard debris. Vegetative waste is collected once a week. The county allows a generous limit of up to six cubic yards of yard waste per collection day at no additional charge. However, tree branches must be cut down to lengths of six feet or less and weigh no more than fifty pounds per piece. Smaller clippings and leaves should be placed in paper lawn bags or personal 32-gallon trash cans. Plastic bags are no longer accepted for yard waste and will be rejected by the haulers.
Navigating Bulk Debris Limitations
When clearing out your garage or purchasing new furniture, The Acreage residents can take advantage of the county's curbside bulk collection program. You are permitted to place up to three cubic yards of bulk household items—such as old mattresses, broken couches, and wooden chairs—out for collection on your designated bulk day. For large appliances like refrigerators or ovens, you must ensure all doors and latches are completely removed to protect neighborhood children from entrapment. Please note that construction materials like drywall, roofing shingles, and concrete are not considered bulk trash and must be hauled independently to an SWA transfer station.
Pre-Storm Waste Preparations
When tropical weather threatens South Florida, securing loose debris is a matter of public safety. Once a hurricane watch or warning is issued by emergency management, all normal sanitation routes in The Acreage may be suspended. Residents must immediately stop pruning trees and bring all empty garbage carts, recycling bins, and loose yard debris into a garage or secure enclosure. Do not place any new bulk items by the roadside, as they can quickly become dangerous projectiles in high winds. Normal collection schedules will only resume once the severe weather passes and the SWA deems the neighborhood roads safe for heavy trucks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is trash collected in The Acreage?
A: Garbage is collected twice a week, and recycling/yard waste 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 the designated yard waste day, limited to 3 cubic yards.
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