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Charlotte, NC Trash & Recycling Pickup Schedule (2026) — The Complete Guide

Complete guide for Charlotte, NC: weekly trash & yard waste, every-other-week recycling (Green/Orange week),
bulky pickup by appointment, holiday delays, county drop-off options, and how to report a missed pickup.

Charlotte in 10 seconds: Trash is weekly. Recycling is every other week (Green/Orange).
Yard waste is weekly and must be in paper yard bags or personal containers ≤32 gal (no plastic bags).
Bulky pickup must be scheduled in advance via CLT+ or 311.

📍 Address lookup (official) & CLT+ app

Find your exact trash day, recycling week (Green/Orange), next pickup date, and service alerts using the City tools.

  1. Open CLT+ Pickup Day Inquiry: servicerequest.charlottenc.gov
  2. Enter your address to see your schedule and recycling week.
  3. Use the same tool for bulky scheduling and service requests when needed.
Tip: If you prefer the main program hub: Trash & Recycling (City).

🗓️ Weekly pickup & set-out rules

Charlotte provides curbside services on assigned routes. Put carts out early, keep lids closed, and leave clearance.

Frequencies

  • Trash: weekly
  • Recycling: every other week (Green/Orange)
  • Yard waste: weekly (prepared correctly)

Set-out basics

  • Place carts curbside by early morning (aim 6–7 a.m.)
  • Keep ~3 ft clearance from obstacles and other carts
  • Lids must close (avoid overflow/contamination)

Before you report a miss

Wait until the end of the service day (routes can run late). If it’s still not collected, report via CLT+ or 311.

♻️ Recycling — accepted & not accepted

Recycling is every other week (Green/Orange). Keep recyclables empty, dry & loose (no bagged recyclables).
If you want a quick “what goes where” explainer too, see:
Trash vs. Recycling (US).

Accepted (typical curbside)

  • Paper & flattened cardboard
  • Glass bottles & jars
  • Metal cans (aluminum/steel)
  • Rigid plastics (bottles, jugs, tubs)
  • Cartons (juice, soup)

Not accepted

  • Plastic bags/film; “tanglers” (hoses, cords)
  • Food/liquids; foam foodware
  • Batteries, propane tanks, electronics

Reminder: Check your recycling week (Green/Orange) using CLT+ or the City calendar for your address.

🌿 Yard waste (weekly) — paper bags / personal cans

Yard waste is collected weekly when prepared correctly. Charlotte does not accept yard waste in plastic bags.

  • Use paper yard bags or uncovered personal containers ≤32 gal.
  • No plastic bags (City policy).
  • Keep loads manageable and place neatly at curb.

📦 Bulky item pickup (by appointment)

Bulky items (furniture, mattresses, appliances, etc.) must be scheduled in advance.
Items placed out without a request may not be collected.

  • Schedule online via CLT+ or call 311 (704-336-7600).
  • Set items out no earlier than the day before and no later than 6:00 a.m. on the confirmed date.
  • Keep space between items (about 3 ft) so crews can collect safely.

🎉 Holiday schedule (one-day delay)

On City-observed holidays, curbside services generally run on a one-day delay for the rest of that week
(Friday customers may be served Saturday). Always confirm on the City site during holiday weeks.

City hub (updates/alerts): Trash & Recycling (City)

🚚 Missed pickup — what to do

If your trash, recycling, or yard waste wasn’t collected:

  1. Confirm set-out (aim 6–7 a.m.), lids closed, and proper spacing.
  2. Verify you’re on the correct recycling week (Green/Orange).
  3. If still missed, report via CLT+ or call 311 (704-336-7600). Try to report within 48 hours of your service day.

🏗️ Drop-off & county resources (Mecklenburg)

For items not suited for curbside (HHW, electronics, large loads, special recyclables), use Mecklenburg County’s drop-off network.

FAQ — Charlotte trash & recycling

What day is trash pickup in Charlotte, NC?

Trash is collected weekly on your assigned day. Use the CLT+ Pickup Day Inquiry to look up your exact day and next pickup date by address.

How often is recycling collected in Charlotte?

Recycling is collected every other week. Each address is assigned a Green or Orange week—check your address in CLT+ (or the City calendar) to confirm.

How is yard waste collected in Charlotte?

Yard waste is collected weekly when prepared correctly. Use paper yard bags or personal containers up to 32 gallons. Plastic bags are not accepted.

How do I schedule bulky item pickup?

Bulky items must be scheduled in advance online via CLT+ or by calling 311 (704-336-7600). Items set out without a scheduled request may not be collected.

Do holidays delay collection in Charlotte?

Often yes—on City-observed holidays, curbside services typically run one day later for the rest of that week (Friday customers may be served Saturday). Always confirm updates on the City site.


☎️ Official links & contacts (Charlotte)