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The residents of Detroit will be receiving (If you haven't already) information on the bulk and yard pick-up.

The $300.00 yearly charge to the property tax in not just for the four-times a year Bulk pick-up. It covers, mainly the cost of the weekly dumpster pick-up. In 1991 we, the homeowners, purchased the "Courville" dumpsters at the cost to us of $20.00. The city paid the balance of the $80.00 cost. From then until now the fee for the weekly pick-up and the monthly bulk pick-up has remained the same, although the cost to the city has steadily gone up. Please be reminded again, the $300.00 fee is not just for the (4) times a year bulk pick-up. It is mainly for the weekly trash pick-up and the 4 times a year bulk pick-up.

BULK DROP-OFF LOCATIONS
Residents can also take bulk items to one of six bulk drop-off locations.
- Davison Yard 8221 West Davison
- Southfield Yard 12255 Southfield Service Dr. (open on Mondays also)
- 5840 Anthon between Cavalry and Campbell
- 5580 Concord at East Grand Boulevard
- State Fair Yard 19715 John R
- Waste Management Transfer Station 1550 Harper, enter on Ferry St.

These drop-off locations are open to Detroit residents only with proper identification. Residents are limited to one load per household per day, not to exceed one cubic yard or 1,000 pounds. The City will not accept demolition, construction, or remodeling debris (including shingles), household or commercial garbage, or tree stumps.

BULK DROP-OFF HOURS
Winter (Nov-Mar): 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues-Sat
Summer (Apr-Oct): 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Tues-Sat
All locations closed from noon - 12:30 p.m.

In general the following Bulk pickup dates apply. For exact dates, use your street address here:

Yard Waste: In addition to Bulk and Weekly trash pick-up services, the Detroit DPW will collect Yard Waste this fall through the first week of Dec. There are specific requirements for placement and pick-up. See website link below.

Note: The City recommends that you mulch your grass clippings and compost leaves and yard waste as much as possible. Here is a link to a site that gives more information about composting:

Holiday Collection: During the first two weeks of Jan the DPW will pick up Christmas trees. Place them at the curb near your Courville container on your regular pick-up day.