Frequently Asked Questions

Click here for the yard waste information sheet describing what yard waste is.

Yard waste is the natural material generated by yard and garden cleaning and maintenance.  It includes leaves, tree and shrub trimmings, palm fronds, branches, coconuts, and other plant materials.  

WM or the City does not provide yard waste carts.  Residents need to purchase their own carts at local or online stores.  Purchase carts based on your property's need so long as you do not exceed the 400-gallon limit. 

No. Yard waste must be in either resident-provided containers or paper bags to be serviced. 

WM will service up to 400 gallons each service week.  This can be divided into four 96-gallon carts, six 64-gallon carts, ten 40-gallon carts, and so on.  A yard waste bulk pickup can be scheduled with WM (305-296-8297) for a fee, or residents may self-haul bulk yard waste to the City Transfer Station and be charged the current tipping fee rate. 

Yes, WM will collect up to 400 gallons in resident-provided containers.  Purchase carts based on your property's needs.  Wheeled carts are allowed for easier maneuvering. 

Putting yard waste in a green garbage cart is not in compliance with the contract.  The sticker is a notification that the cart is no longer in compliance and will not be serviced.  Yard waste will be serviced when placed in resident-provided containers. Waste Management will reclaim the noncompliant green cart on your service day the following week. 

The following are possible reasons:

• It was in a green garbage cart
• The 400-gallon limit was exceeded
• The cart/container was heavier than the 50-pound limit
• The debris was higher than 12 inches above the rim, causing a safety issue for the WM crews.