Trash and Recycling Collection in Concord, Massachusetts

Concord, Massachusetts provides weekly curbside trash and recycling collection for residents through a subscription-based program. Here is an overview of trash and recycling pickup in Concord, including the regular schedule, holiday changes, what’s accepted, and key details for residents.

Regular Curbside Collection Schedule

• Trash and recycling are picked up weekly on your designated day.

• Collection occurs Monday through Friday.

• There are no municipal trash or recycling services for businesses – only residential.

• To receive collection, you must subscribe to the program and pay fees. It is not funded by taxes.

How to Subscribe

• Complete the subscription form.

• Mail with payment to:

  Treasurer’s Office
  Town House
  22 Monument Square
  Concord, MA 01742

• There are two fees:

  • Semi-annual subscription fee

  • Per bag disposal fee purchased separately

• Find fee rates and where to buy stickers/tags here.

Accepted Curbside Materials

Trash: Place in Town of Concord trash bags purchased at local retailers. Do not use plastic bags.

Recycling: Place loose in bin provided by the Town. Do not bag recyclables.

• Paper and cardboard
• Glass bottles and jars
• Metal cans
• Plastic containers #1-#7
• Milk and juice cartons
• Aluminum foil and pans

See the full list of accepted materials.

Key Rules

• Trash and recycling must be at curb by 7 AM on your pickup day.

• All trash must be inside Town of Concord trash bags – no personal barrels.

• Do not bag recyclables – keep loose in bin.

• No yard waste or hazardous materials.

• Place bins at least 3 feet apart.

Holiday Schedule Changes

If a holiday falls on Monday, no delays. For Tuesday-Friday holidays:

• Pickup that day moves to Saturday

• Rest of week stays the same

See the holiday schedule.

Inclement Weather Policy

• If roads are passable, pickup runs as scheduled. Hold materials until next week if concerned.

• For severe storms with closed roads, pickup that day moves to Saturday.

• Call 978-318-3240 for updates.

Resources

• Holiday schedule
• Accepted materials
• Subscription form and fees
• Inclement weather policy
• FAQs
• Contact Public Works at 978-318-3250

Concord provides reliable weekly curbside trash and recycling pickup for residents. Just remember to subscribe to the program and follow the collection rules and schedule. Contact Public Works with any questions about trash and recycling in Concord!