Frequently Asked Questions

Bulk item collections any other time or in excess of the four-item limit are subject to a fee of $10 per item per Ord. 935.02.

To find your bulk collection route view the 2026 Cleveland Heights Refuse and Recycling Calendar. The bulk collection week routes are color coded on each month of this calendar. Please place your bulk items on your tree lawn for collection on the first day of your route week.

For additional bulk items, to request collection on any other day, or to request a special collection of loose brush, please use the Bulk Pickup Request form online. Cost is $10 per bulk item for a special pick-up.

Sorry, payment is required in advance before we can schedule your pick-up.

Special collections are usually picked-up within 24-72 hours on regularly scheduled collection days (Mon.-Fri.). There are no special collections on weekends.

No, Special Bulk Pick up must be arranged separately with a 4 item limit at a rate of $10 per item. Please complete the Bulk Pickup Request Form to arrange this special pick up.

Yes, the fee would be $30 ($10 per section) and you can schedule the pick-up in advance. Please remember fabric furniture and mattresses need to be bagged or wrapped in plastic.

No, the city does not collect construction & demolition and/or building materials. We recommend that you contact a private hauling service. A list of some private hauling services is provided at the following link: Refuse Private Hauling Companies (PDF)

Yes, the charge would be based on the volume of material to be collected. The minimum charge is $30 and increases $30 for each additional cubic yard.

No, the city does not service move-outs or evictions. Property owners are responsible for disposing of these items at their own expense. Violators will be cited by the city
for placing these items on the treelawn. We recommend that you contact a private hauling service. A list of some private hauling services is provided at the following link: Refuse Private Hauling Companies (PDF)

Up to 4 bulk items can be placed on the treelawn the Monday of your bulk collection week. Plastic bags that do not fit inside your city issued cart are not included in a scheduled bulk pick up. Items that exceed the total of 4 and/or are bagged, must be scheduled through the Bulk Pickup Request Form and charged at a rate of $10/item,
up to 4 items.

No, the city does not collect construction & demolition and/or building materials. We recommend that you contact a private hauling service. A list of some private hauling services is provided at the following link: Refuse Private Hauling Companies (PDF)

No, ONLY fabric furniture (e.g. sofas, recliners, chaises) and mattresses should be bagged or wrapped in plastic.

Most hardware stores and home improvement stores should sell these items in the moving supplies area.

No, the city will not collect these. You must arrange for collection from the company that services the bags. Additionally, you cannot place these bags on the tree lawn, they must be placed on your property. Placing dumpster bags on tree lawn will be considered as illegal dumping and will be subject to fines.