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Bulk Waste


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BULK WASTE DEFINITION:
Bulk waste includes both Bulk Trash and Bulk Yard Trash that is generated from the ordinary housekeeping operations of a residential unit. Bulk waste must be generated by the customer at the residential unit where it is being collected. Bulk waste does not include any contractor-generated waste, exempt waste, or storm debris.

  • Bulk Trash is waste that requires special handling. It includes, but is not limited to large appliances (with refrigerants and doors properly removed), white goods, couches, chairs, mattresses, tables, appliances, lumber, carpets, and padding.
  • Bulk Yard Trash must be a part of the normal yard maintenance and includes tree trimmings, branches, palm fronds, and other yard trash where no single item exceeds four (4) feet in its longest dimension or 50 pounds in weight.

BULK WASTE COLLECTION:

  • Bulk waste collection occurs every two (2) weeks. Refer to the bulk waste collection map on this document for your collection days.
  • Bulk Trash must be placed separate from both Bulk Yard Trash and Solid Waste (garbage).
  • Residents are permitted to place out for collection a maximum of twelve (12) cubic yards: (6' wide x 12' long x 4.5' high) in total of bulk waste. If the total volume of both Bulk Trash and Bulk Yard Trash exceeds this amount, the entire pile will not be collected, tagged as ‘nonconforming’, and reported to the Town’s Code Compliance Department.
  • Bulk waste should not be placed out any earlier than the 48 hours before your scheduled collection day and no later than 7:00AM on your scheduled collection day.
  • Bulk waste must be placed curbside in a neat and orderly manner that facilitates safe collection with an overhead clam truck.
  • Bulk Trash must not be co-mingled with Bulk Yard Trash. It must be kept separate.
  • Larger tree limbs and trunks should be cut in lengths where no single item exceeds 4 feet in length or 50 pounds in weight and stacked neatly at the curb or swale.
  • Loose items that cannot be picked up by a claw truck must be placed in a disposable bag, box, carton, or crate of sufficient strength that can be safely lifted without breaking and does not weigh more than 50 pounds.
  • Glass items must be placed in a rigid container of sufficient strength that may be lifted while containing its contents.
  • Larger items such as glass tabletops, shower doors, or other heavier type glass must be placed separate from the normal bulk waste for collection. Please contact Southern Waste Services at 888-800-7732 prior to placing such materials out for collection to ensure service.
  • Bulk waste collection is for normal residential activities only. CONTRACTOR GENERATED MATERIAL, EVEN IF GENERATED AT THE RESIDENTIAL UNIT, WILL NOT BE COLLECTED. Commercial businesses, nurseries, and landscapers are prohibited from placing anything out for collection.
  • Do not place bulk items under overhead wires, low tree branches, on top of storm drains, or within five (5) feet of mailboxes, recycle bins, utility poles, trees, fire hydrants, or other obstacles.

Bulk Waste Violations

  • Twelve (12) cubic yard maximum for curbside bulk waste pickup (example of 12 cu. yd. at bottom of page)- Southern Waste Services will not pick up bulk trash piles that exceed 12 cubic yards. Those properties exceeding the 12 cubic yard limit will be marked by the hauler and issued notices of violation by the code enforcement division. Violators will have a 48 hour time period for compliance. Those properties not in compliance within 48 hours will be issued citations and fines which, if not paid, will be imposed as a lien against the property.
  • Twice (2) per month service- Bulk will only be picked up on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday throughout the Town.

NON-RESIDENTIAL TRASH SERVICE ORDINANCE: Your Town Council believes that it is in the best interest of the health, safety and welfare of its residents to prohibit the improper use of the Town’s services. The Code Compliance Division will be working closely with Southern Waste Services and Broward Sheriff’s Office to bring the commercial community into compliance. For further inquiries, please contact staff by telephone at 954 434 0008 or email to pbrill@southwestranches.org

Acceptable Bulk Is 12 Cubic Yards Maximum

Need info on where to dump your excess trash?

Broward County Residential Transfer Stations (NO FEE)

Southwest Ranches Residents may use the Trash Transfer Stations

Hours of Operation: Saturdays Only, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Phone: 954-765-4999

Who Cannot Use the Residential Trash Transfer Stations?
Business generated trash cannot be accepted at the stations.

What Kind of Trash IS Accepted?
Yard waste, home furniture and furnishings, white goods (appliances) and woody items (fencing and lumber). Also, household hazardous waste (paints, solvents, oil, etc.) and used electronics (computers, televisions) are accepted, but must be kept separate from bulk trash.

What Kind of Trash is NOT Accepted?
Garbage, explosives, radioactive materials, biohazardous waste and dead animals are prohibited.

What Documentation is Required?
For trash to be accepted, you must show the following: Proof of residency (current driver’s license/photo ID) and one of the following: Current utility bill (water, electricity, cable, telephone) and/or tax notice (name and address must match). Any users without the required proof of residency will be denied access; residents without the required proof of residency will be required to contact their City for an Authorization Certification to be allowed access into the facilities.

Is There a Charge?
No, the program is free for qualified Broward County residents. However, there is a 4-visit limit per resident per month. There is no charge to drop off Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) at these sites.

Where Are Stations Located?

Transfer Station North Map
North Station:
2780 N. Powerline Rd.
Pompano Beach
Open Friday and Saturday Only - 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Transfer Station Central Map
Central Station:
5490 Reese Rd.
Davie
Open Saturdays Only - 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
*Does not accept electronics recycling

Transfer Station South map
South Station:
5601 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd.
West Park
Open Friday and Saturday Only - 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Responsibility and Limitations
Residents are required to off-load and place material in the dumpster themselves, and must abide by the unloading directions of the site supervisor. Children under the age of 16 are not permitted in the loading area. Care and caution should be exercised at all times.

 

Broward County Landfill (FEE)

Broward County BIC (Broward Interim Contingency) Landfill
7101 SW 205th Avenue (NE Corner of Sheridan Street & US 27)
www.broward.org/resourcerecovery/landfill.htm

Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday 8:00AM to 5:00PM
(closed Sundays & Holidays)

**ALL VEHICLES MUST UNLOAD BY 4:30PM**
Phone # 954-680-0087
Site Manager: Richard Dennis

NO CLEAN MULCH ACCEPTED
NO MSW (RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE) ACCEPTED

Non- processes waste (white goods, furniture etc.) OK @ $50.00 per ton

C & D (construction & demolition material) OK @ $30.00 per ton

Yard Waste OK @ $50.00 per ton

Resident pays the gate rate that is posted

 


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