Scottsdale Bulk Trash Pickup Rules (2026 Rules & Calendar)
Bulk pickup is listed as available for up to 10 items per collection. Scottsdale provides monthly brush and bulk collection for residential solid waste customers. Under the 3-Day Rule, items may be set out no earlier than Friday (3 days before Monday of the designated collection week). Brush and bulk must be separated into two distinct piles at least 3 feet apart: one for green waste and one for bulk items. Piles must not exceed 10 feet long by 6 feet wide by 4 feet tall. Tree limbs must be under 12 inches in diameter and cut to 6-foot segments with cut ends pointing in the same direction. Cacti must be packed in sturdy closed boxes (up to 2x2x2 feet). Glass must be placed in small, sturdy cardboard boxes.
Scottsdale bulk pickup rules
| Collection rule | Scottsdale provides monthly brush and bulk collection for residential solid waste customers. Under the 3-Day Rule, items may be set out no earlier than Friday (3 days before Monday of the designated collection week). Brush and bulk must be separated into two distinct piles at least 3 feet apart: one for green waste and one for bulk items. Piles must not exceed 10 feet long by 6 feet wide by 4 feet tall. Tree limbs must be under 12 inches in diameter and cut to 6-foot segments with cut ends pointing in the same direction. Cacti must be packed in sturdy closed boxes (up to 2x2x2 feet). Glass must be placed in small, sturdy cardboard boxes. |
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| Limit per pickup | 10 items |
| Permitted materials | No unconditional accepted-material list is verified. Confirm eligibility before putting items out. |
| Advance notice | Required before collection. |
| Dispatch phone | 480-312-5600 |
Allowed vs. disallowed bulk materials
Furniture
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Appliances
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
Construction debris
Not verifiedLocal curbside rules are not verified. Ask the sanitation office whether this material is accepted and whether a separate appointment is required.
How to throw away a mattress in Scottsdale
Follow the listed bulk rule: Scottsdale provides monthly brush and bulk collection for residential solid waste customers. Under the 3-Day Rule, items may be set out no earlier than Friday (3 days before Monday of the designated collection week). Brush and bulk must be separated into two distinct piles at least 3 feet apart: one for green waste and one for bulk items. Piles must not exceed 10 feet long by 6 feet wide by 4 feet tall. Tree limbs must be under 12 inches in diameter and cut to 6-foot segments with cut ends pointing in the same direction. Cacti must be packed in sturdy closed boxes (up to 2x2x2 feet). Glass must be placed in small, sturdy cardboard boxes.
Special disposal mandates
Plastic mattress encasement: The listed rules do not require mattress bagging. Confirm any material-specific handling instructions before pickup. Read mattress bagging laws →
Freon sticker for refrigerant appliances: Not required under the listed rules. Scottsdale hauls away major appliances on the last Thursday of every month by appointment. Appliances containing Freon (refrigerators, freezers) are only collected after a certified HVAC technician removes the compressor and recovers the Freon in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes 36-1651.
Scottsdale Curbside Scavenging & Trash Picking Rules
Whether you want usable items salvaged before the compactor crushes them or you are looking for scrap metal, understand the local curbside legal boundaries in Scottsdale.
Public Curb vs. City Cart Ownership
Under federal precedent, property discarded in public rights-of-way is legally abandoned. However, many municipal ordinances classify materials placed inside official city-owned recycling carts as city property. Removing materials from inside containers can trigger municipal pilfering fines.
Mark Usable Items with a "FREE" Sign
If you want scrap metal collectors or neighbors to haul away working appliances, lawnmowers, or furniture before bulk pickup day, tape a clear "FREE" sign to the item and place it directly on the curb line away from your private driveway.
Scottsdale Area Landfills & Citizen Drop-Off Stations
When you have large renovation loads, dirt, concrete, or bulky waste exceeding curbside limits, self-haul directly to a verified transfer station or county landfill serving Maricopa County.
📍 13602 N Beeline Hwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Through the city contract, Scottsdale residential solid waste customers may haul up to 2,000 lbs of trash, brush, or bulk once per calendar week (Monday through Saturday) by presenting current utility bill and matching photo ID.
📍 9191 E San Salvador Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Provides Scottsdale residents with safe disposal options for household chemicals, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, and offers home collection appointments.
All open truck beds and trailers must be secured with a tarp. Unsecured loads face an immediate $20 to $50 state fee at the scale.
Most facilities have a minimum entry fee ($25 to $45) covering up to 1,000 lbs, with prorated per-ton rates for heavier commercial debris.
To receive discounted residential gate rates, bring a valid state driver license and a current local municipal water or utility bill.
If your project exceeds city bulk limits, review our dumpster rental vs. bulk pickup cost comparison or read our construction debris weight guide.
Local disposal alternatives in Maricopa County
For items that cannot go at the curb, check these official disposal resources. Confirm accepted materials, residency requirements, fees, and hours before visiting.
Salt River Landfill
13602 N Beeline Hwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Through the city contract, Scottsdale residential solid waste customers may haul up to 2,000 lbs of trash, brush, or bulk once per calendar week (Monday through Saturday) by presenting current utility bill and matching photo ID.
Scottsdale Household Hazardous Waste Facility
9191 E San Salvador Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Provides Scottsdale residents with safe disposal options for household chemicals, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, and offers home collection appointments.
The nearest eligible transfer station or landfill depends on your address and the material. These resources are not ranked by distance.
DPW & sanitation contact
City of Scottsdale Solid Waste Services · municipal dpw
Phone: 480-312-5600
3939 N Drinkwater BlvdScottsdale, AZ 85251
These collection rules cover Zone City of Scottsdale Curbside Collection Districts.
Trash & recycling questions
What days is trash collected in Scottsdale, AZ?
Listed trash collection days are Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday and Thursday and Friday. Set containers out Place your container on the street with wheels against the curb by 5 a.m. on collection days (or after 6 p.m. the previous evening) and remove it the same day.. These rules apply to Zone City of Scottsdale Curbside Collection Districts.
Is garbage pickup delayed for holidays in Scottsdale?
As of 2026-10-10: No observed holidays this week. Collections follow the regular schedule. A listed holiday shifts that day and the remaining collection days in its service week by one day. Observed holidays: New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day. These rules apply to Zone City of Scottsdale Curbside Collection Districts.
How do I schedule bulk trash pickup in Scottsdale?
Scottsdale provides monthly brush and bulk collection for residential solid waste customers. Under the 3-Day Rule, items may be set out no earlier than Friday (3 days before Monday of the designated collection week). Brush and bulk must be separated into two distinct piles at least 3 feet apart: one for green waste and one for bulk items. Piles must not exceed 10 feet long by 6 feet wide by 4 feet tall. Tree limbs must be under 12 inches in diameter and cut to 6-foot segments with cut ends pointing in the same direction. Cacti must be packed in sturdy closed boxes (up to 2x2x2 feet). Glass must be placed in small, sturdy cardboard boxes. The listed limit is 10 items per pickup. Advance notice is required. Contact sanitation at 480-312-5600 to confirm eligibility and arrange service. These rules apply to Zone City of Scottsdale Curbside Collection Districts.
What items are accepted for recycling in Scottsdale?
The listed accepted materials are Cardboard boxes (break down or cut up to prevent sticking in container), Paper, magazines, junk mail, and catalogs, Plastic food and beverage containers (clean, dry, empty), Aluminum, tin, and steel food and beverage cans, Glass food jars and beverage bottles (clean, dry, empty). Keep these listed prohibited items out: Plastic bags and plastic liners (never bag recyclables; take shopping bags to grocery stores), Styrofoam cups, food containers, and packing foam, Batteries and electronic devices (quarterly electronics drop-off events available), Hazardous materials, chemicals, and paint, Yard waste, tree limbs, grass, and brush, Clothing, bedding, towels, and textiles, Food-contaminated takeout boxes and unrinsed containers. Confirm item-specific preparation rules with the official sanitation office. These rules apply to Zone City of Scottsdale Curbside Collection Districts.