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Does the city provide my garbage containers? What size container can I use?
Does the city provide my garbage containers? What size container can I use?

Find information regarding garbage container size, weight limits, and who is responsible for providing garbage containers for households.

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Written by City of Pinellas Park
Updated over a week ago

Residents are required to provide their own garbage containers.

What is an acceptable size container?

The maximum size acceptable is a 35 gallon capacity container equipped with handles and a lid. Plastic trash bags are acceptable. Containers larger than 35 gallons will not be picked up.

Is there a weight limit for each container and / or bundled trash?

Yes. No container and/or plastic trash bag shall exceed 50 pounds. Other items, such as, carpet, and building and construction materials must be containerized and / or tied and bundled in no longer than three foot lengths. Each tied and bound bundle shall not exceed 50 pounds.

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