The city of Atlanta Department of Public Works has implemented a scheduled residential bulk collection to begin Monday, April 1. Residents will receive 12 scheduled bulk pick-ups per year at no charge, according to a press release. This includes over 20 bags of yard trimmings.
The new scheduled bulk collections process affords residents a variety of benefits—enhanced convenience and reliability in services, a reduction in fuel usage and emissions, and a noticeable reduction in blight throughout the city.
Bulk items should not be placed curbside before 7 p.m. on the day preceding the scheduled pick-up day. If items are curbside prior to that time, residents may receive a citation. Residents who place bulk curbside without scheduling a pick-up will receive written warnings from April 2019 through June 2019. Effective July 1, residents will be charged $325 for failing to schedule collection and/or if they exceed 12 collections per year.
Residential customers should schedule bulk item pick-up at least one business day in advance. Collection days are subject to availability.
Bulk waste pick-ups should be scheduled by contacting ATL311 at 404-546-0311, or by visiting www.atl311.com.
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