ZIP 80238City and County of DenverCity and County of Denver (DOTI Solid Waste Management)✓ Verified September 2026

80238 Trash & Recycling Schedule (Denver / Central Park / East Denver)

Verified 2026 residential pickup schedule for Central Park (formerly Stapleton), Westerly Creek, North End, Conservatory Green, Willow Park East. Sourced from official City and County of Denver and City and County of Denver (DOTI Solid Waste Management) collection records. Includes A/B recycling rotations, bulk collection rules, street sweeping hours, and local transfer station drop-off guidelines.

⚡ 2026 Curbside Route Key (Denver, CO 80238)
Residential solid waste in Central Park / East Denver (80238) is collected every thursday morning by City and County of Denver (DOTI Solid Waste Management). Recycling operates on the B-Week rotation (every alternating thursday (b-week purple cart)). Set out after 6:00 PM Wednesday; return to garage by Thursday night. Central Park Master Community Association guidelines require all trash and recycling carts stored out of view.
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80238 Central Park / East Denver Curbside Services & Schedule

🗑️Weekly

Trash Collection

Every Thursday Morning

Standard household refuse collection by City and County of Denver (DOTI Solid Waste Management). All bags must fit inside curbside roll carts with lids closed.

♻️B-Week Rotation

Recycling (Blue Cart)

Every alternating Thursday (B-Week Purple Cart)

Clean paper, flattened cardboard, plastics #1-7, aluminum cans, and clean glass jars.

🛋️Bi-Weekly Bulk

Bulk Waste Pickup

Every Other Week

Denver Large Item Pickup (LIP) every 8 weeks on Thursday cycle.

🧹Curbside Sweeping

Street Sweeping

Residential streets swept monthly.

Clear vehicles from curbside on sweeping days to maintain clean storm drains.

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Bulk Trash & Heavy Item Checker (Central Park / East Denver · 80238)

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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⏱️ Set-Out Hours & Summer Schedule

Summer Hours:
7:00 AM route start.
Standard Hours:
7:00 AM start.
Curbside Time Window:
Set out after 6:00 PM Wednesday; return to garage by Thursday night.

🏘️ CC&R Guidelines & Fine Prevention

Cart Storage Rule:
Central Park Master Community Association guidelines require all trash and recycling carts stored out of view.
🛡️ HOA Fine Prevention:
Central Park HOA compliance officers issue fines for street-visible containers.
RESIDENT DUMP & TRANSFER FACILITY

Denver Public Works Recycling Station

📞 (720) 865-6810
📍 Facility Address7301 E Cherry Creek S Dr, Denver, CO 80231
🕒 Operating HoursTuesday through Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📦 Accepted Materials & Entry RulesCardboard, glass, electronics, appliances, yard debris.

📅 2026 Holiday Schedule Impacts & Observed Days

Holiday service impacts can vary by municipal franchise agreement and specific collection route. In Denver, major holidays (such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day) typically postpone collection by one business day when falling on or before your scheduled pickup:

New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 1, 2026
Memorial Day
Mon, May 25, 2026
Independence Day
Fri, July 3, 2026
Labor Day
Mon, Sept 7, 2026
Thanksgiving
Thu, Nov 26, 2026
Christmas Day
Fri, Dec 25, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions for Denver (80238)

Q:When is trash day in Central Park Denver 80238?

Trash is collected every Thursday morning. Purple cart recycling is collected every other Thursday (B-Week).

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Información en Español: Recolección de Basura en Central Park / East Denver (80238)

En Denver, los servicios residenciales son operados por City and County of Denver (DOTI Solid Waste Management). La recolección de basura regular se realiza every thursday morning. El reciclaje (every alternating thursday (b-week purple cart)) y los objetos voluminosos siguen el calendario municipal. Coloque los botes afuera la tarde anterior y guárdelos después del servicio para evitar multas de HOA.

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