Solid Waste Management Department
- Solid Waste Services
- Bulky Services
- Garbage
- Recycling
- Roll Off
- Yard Waste
Frequently Asked Questions
Forms & Apps
Director
Donald LongMailing Address
1833 Camden Ave.Durham, NC 27704
Phone
(919)560-4186Fax
(919)560-1228Letter to Our Citizens
City of Durham Solid Waste Management Department
One Community, Outstanding Service
Solid Waste News
6 a.m. Summer Collection
July 4th Collection Schedule Changes
2010 - 2011 Fee Changes
Cart Questions
The following information applies to all City-issued roll-out carts; Green Household Garbage Carts, Blue Recycle Carts, and Brown Yard Waste Carts.
Residents with Disabilities
The Department of Solid Waste Management is pleased to offer exempt collection of garbage, recyclables, and yard waste to qualified residents. Exempt collection means that the resident is not required to roll the green garbage, brown yard waste, or blue recycling carts to the curb for pickup.
Household Garbage
Residents are to place garbage, recycling, and/or bulky items, at the curb on their collection days no later than 6 a.m. Do not block sidewalks or driveways. One bag of overflow garbage is allowed. It must be placed on top of the green garbage cart. Empty containers should be moved from the curb within 24 hours after pickup.
Yard Waste
Yard waste collection is an optional fee-based program. For a $60 fee, you are enrolled into the yard waste program from July 1 to June 30.
Recycling
The City of Durham offers biweekly recycling service. Go to the Recycling page to find out which items can be recycled.
Roll-off Container Services
The City of Durham offers roll-off containers with a 20 yard capacity for both residential and business usage.
Transfer Station
Hours of operation: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., closes at 4 p.m. for hand unloading, Saturday, 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., closed Sundays.