Trash Cart - Exemption
Service Request Type:
- Trash Cart, Exemption
Used to:
- Apply for an exemption from having to use a wheeled trash cart.
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More Information:
- Exemptions can be granted for a variety of reasons not limited to but including disability, difficult topography (property has long stair access), or lack of storage space for carts.
- An exemption allows residents to use up to 8 plastic bags for garbage disposal and collection. Plastic bags must be heavy-duty (3 mil.) and weigh less than 25 pounds when full.
- Cardboard or paper containers, light-duty plastic bags, and grocery bags are not proper containers and will not be collected.
Process:
- After submitting an application, the Department of Public Services will notify requestors within 10 business days on if their exemption has been granted.
- Once approved, residents are asked to set out their garbage on the scheduled collection day by 6 a.m.
Safety information:
- Coming soon.