Lawrence, Kansas Trash and Recycling Pickup Schedule

Lawrence provides weekly trash and recycling collection for residents through the city’s Solid Waste Management division. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Lawrence’s waste and recycling pickup days, policies, and resources.

Collection Days

• Trash pickup occurs once per week on a designated day between Monday-Friday based on your address.

• Recycling is collected once per week on the same day as your regular trash pickup.

• Yard waste pickup runs April 1 to November 30 on your trash day.

To find your designated collection day, use the Online Service Calendar or call 785-832-3032.

Collection Times

• Pickup starts at 6 AM. Carts must be placed by the curb by 6 AM.

• Collection continues until routes are complete, usually by 5 PM.

Trash Cart Options

• Standard cart is 95 gallons, wheeled to the curb by residents.

• 35 gallon carts are available upon request for elderly or disabled residents.

• Additional carts can be requested for a monthly fee.

Trash Policies

• Bag and tie all trash placed in carts

• Do not overload carts or leave bags beside carts

• No hazardous waste, electronics, or construction debris

• Ashes must be thoroughly cooled 3 days before placement

• Label sharps containers as “sharps” for safety

Recycling Carts

• One 95 gallon cart provided per household

• Place only clean recyclables loose in the cart

• Do not bag recyclables or place in boxes

• See recycling directory for accepted materials

Yard Waste Collection

• Grass, leaves, brush collected April 1 to November 30

• Brush must be bundled in 4 foot lengths

• No plastic bags – use paper yard waste bags

• Each home is limited to 20 paper bags per week

Bulky Item Pickup

• Items that don’t fit in carts like furniture can be scheduled for pickup

• Limit of 5 items per pickup scheduled online or by phone

• Freon must be removed from appliances before pickup

Holiday Schedule

Trash and recycling pickup are suspended on major holidays:

• New Year’s Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

Collection resumes the next weekday after a holiday. Sign up for collection reminders through the city’s subscription service.

Collection Tips

• Place carts within 3 feet of the curb by 6 AM on pickup days

• Carts should be 3 feet apart and away from obstacles

• Position carts with lid opening facing the street

• Avoid overflowing or jamming carts

• Report missed pickups by the next day

Contacts

• Schedule bulky item pickup: 785-832-3032

• Request cart changes: 785-832-3032

• Report missed collection: 785-832-3032

• Household Hazardous Waste: 785-832-3034

• View holiday schedule: Online Service Calendar

Key Information Links

• Trash Policies – rules for curbside trash pickup

• Online Service Calendar – collection days and holidays

• Recycling Directory – list of accepted recyclables

• Bulky Item Pickup – schedule large debris removal

Knowing your designated collection day and following Lawrence’s trash policies helps ensure your household trash, recycling, and yard waste are properly managed. Use the online calendar and contact numbers to get answers or report any service issues.