The city of South Bend provides weekly trash collection for residents through the Solid Waste division of the Public Works department. This article outlines key details on South Bend’s trash and recycling pickup schedule, including collection days, accepted materials, holiday changes, and more.
Overview
- Weekly trash collection occurs on Mondays through Thursdays depending on your address.
- Recycling and yard waste are handled separately by the county, not the city.
- Trash pickup is delayed by one day after major holidays.
Weekly Trash Collection
- Trash is collected weekly on the same day each week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday.
- Find your designated trash day by looking up your address.
- Trash must be bagged and placed in city-issued bins by 6AM on collection days.
- Bins should be placed within 2 feet of the curb with the opening facing the street.
- Limit of 1 bin per household unless additional bins are requested for a fee.
Trash Bin Guidelines
- All trash must be bagged inside bins – no loose trash.
- Bins cannot exceed 48 or 96 gallons (additional sizes can be requested).
- Closed lids and no overflowing bags.
- Do not place bins in the street or blocked by vehicles.
Unacceptable Trash
These restricted items cannot be disposed of with regular household trash:
- Hazardous waste
- Loose debris
- Yard waste
- Electronics
- Construction materials
- Tires, paint, chemicals
Extra Pickup Options
- One free extra trash pickup (up to 1 cubic yard) is allowed per month upon request.
- Additional extra pickups are $20 per cubic yard.
- Large items like furniture can be collected as an extra pickup.
Recycling and Yard Waste
- Recycling and yard waste collection are handled by the St. Joseph County Solid Waste District, not the city.
- View the county’s website for recycling schedules and guidelines.
- Yard waste pickup is available April-November for an opt-in fee billed on utility bills.
Holiday Collection Schedule
Trash pickup is delayed by one day after these observed holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
View the 2023 holiday schedule.
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Household hazardous waste must be taken to the county’s Household Hazardous Waste Facility located at 828 Kerr Street in South Bend. Accepted items:
- Batteries
- Pesticides
- Paint
- Chemicals
- Used motor oil
- Electronics
- Tires
Facility hours and guidelines available at sjcindiana.com.
Missed Pickup
To report a missed trash or recycling collection in South Bend:
- Call 311 to schedule pickup by the next business day
- Provide address and pickup issue details
- Make sure to follow all guidelines for pickup
Contact Information
South Bend Solid Waste Division
Phone: 311 or 574-233-0311
southbendin.gov/solidwaste
Sign up for trash and recycling alerts through the city’s free Notify Me service. Learn more about trash collection and public services in South Bend at the 311 Service Portal.
Reference
https://311.southbendin.gov/knowledgecenter/article/%3Fid%3Dka-04573