What are the rules for large bulk items in NYC?

NYC DSNY collects up to 6 large non-commercial items curbside on regular collection days after 4:00 PM the evening before. Mattresses and box springs must be sealed in plastic bags by law or face a $100 fine. CFC appliances require scheduling a free freon removal appointment.

When is bulk trash pickup in New York?

In New York, residential bulk trash is scheduled on a Twice Weekly basis by NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY). Place large items curbside the evening before any regular trash day (up to 6 items). Mattresses must be bagged in plastic.

How do I find bulk pickup near me in New York?

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What are the volume limits for bulk items in New York?

Place large items curbside the evening before any regular trash day (up to 6 items). Mattresses must be bagged in plastic. Items must be set out according to municipal regulations: Set bins out after 6:00 PM the evening before collection (or after 8:00 PM if using sealed bags for buildings over 9 units). Retrieve bins by 9:00 AM on collection day.

Where can I drop off bulk waste in New York outside scheduled pickup?

Residents can self-haul bulk waste to DSNY Special Waste Drop-Off Site (Staten Island) located at Muldoon Ave & West Shore Expressway, Staten Island, NY 10312. Operating hours: Saturdays & the last Friday of each month: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Phone: 311.

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NYC DSNY Large Item & Bulk Trash Schedule (2026)

DSNY curbside collection rules, mandatory mattress bagging laws, CFC freon removal appointments, and NYC residential bulk limits.

Verified 2026 Summary: In New York, residential bulky item pickup is provided by NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) on a Twice Weekly schedule (Curbside Bulky Items). Place large items curbside the evening before any regular trash day (up to 6 items). Mattresses must be bagged in plastic. Items must be set out according to municipal hours: Set bins out after 6:00 PM the evening before collection (or after 8:00 PM if using sealed bags for buildings over 9 units). Retrieve bins by 9:00 AM on collection day.

Twice Weekly

Collection Frequency

New York

City of New York

$50–$250

Improper Set-Out Fine

Curbside

Collection Location

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Common Curbside Items:

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✅Mattress / Box Spring

Must be fully wrapped in plastic mattress bag/wrap

Curbside OK

✅Sofa / Couch / Recliner

Place 3 feet away from curbside carts

Curbside OK

✅Large Appliances (Washer / Dryer / Stove)

Doors/latches must be removed for child safety

Curbside OK

✅Tree Limbs & Yard Trimmings

Tied in bundles under 4 ft length and under 50 lbs

Curbside OK

✅Wooden Furniture / Tables / Chairs

Break down large sections when possible

Curbside OK

✅Barbecue Grills

Propane tanks MUST be removed prior to set out

Curbside OK

✅Carpeting & Padding

Rolled and securely tied in bundles under 4 feet

Curbside OK

🚫Paint Cans / Liquid Chemicals

Hazardous waste — take to municipal transfer station or household dropoff

Prohibited

🚫Car Batteries & Lithium Batteries

Fire hazard — drop off at automotive retailer or HHW center

Prohibited

🚫Automotive Tires

State environmental restriction — dispose at tire retailer or landfill

Prohibited

🚫Concrete / Brick / Dirt / Stone

Construction masonry exceeds hydraulic truck weight limits

Prohibited

🚫Refrigerators / AC Units (with Freon)

Requires certified Freon evacuation tag before pickup

Prohibited

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New York Curbside Placement & Hauler Specifications

Primary Waste Hauler: NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY)

Collection Rules & Cadence: Place large items curbside the evening before any regular trash day (up to 6 items). Mattresses must be bagged in plastic.

Set-Out Window: Set bins out after 6:00 PM the evening before collection (or after 8:00 PM if using sealed bags for buildings over 9 units). Retrieve bins by 9:00 AM on collection day.

Municipal Drop-off Transfer Station:

DSNY Special Waste Drop-Off Site (Staten Island) — Muldoon Ave & West Shore Expressway, Staten Island, NY 10312

Hours: Saturdays & the last Friday of each month: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Phone: 311

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Frequently Asked Questions About New York Bulk Pickup

What are the new NYC DSNY bin containerization rules?

All residential buildings in NYC with 1 to 9 units are required to place all trash out in rigid bins with secure latching lids (up to 55 gallons). Plastic bags directly on the curb are subject to sanitation summonses.

Is curbside composting mandatory in all NYC boroughs?

Yes, curbside composting is now mandatory citywide across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island for all food scraps and yard waste.

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