Public Works provides convenient ways for Davidson County residents to dispose of residential trash, recyclables, yard waste, and other waste items that require proper disposal. Residents that live in a single-family home in Nashville’s Urban Services District (USD), are eligible for curbside trash, recycling, and yard waste collection. Residents in the General Services District (GSD) are eligible for curbside yard waste collection. All Nashville and Davidson County residents can use our Metro Convenience Centers and Metro Recycling Drop-off Sites.
Services Offered
Recycling Collection
Curbside recycling collection is provided to single-family homes in the Urban Services District of Nashville. Recycling is collected once a month. Residents in the General Services District and multi-family complexes throughout the county contract with private haulers for waste and recycling collection.
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Trash Collection
Curbside trash collection is provided to single-family homes in the Urban Services District of Nashville. Trash is collected once a week. Residents in the General Services District and multi-family complexes throughout the county contract with private haulers for waste and recycling collection.
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Brush and Yard Waste Collection
Brush and Yard Waste Collection is provided to all single-family homes in Nashville and Davidson County. Brush and yard waste are collected four times a year in each brush zone. Public Works does not collect brush in satellite/self-incorporated cities such as Forrest Hills, Berry Hill, and Belle Meade.
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Composting Services
Nashville and Davidson County residents can take their food waste to any Metro Convenience Center free of charge. Residents and businesses have the option to pay for curbside compost collection. Metro Public Works also offers backyard compost bins for sale at our Omohundro Convenience Center.
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Household Hazardous Waste
Many household items may be harmful to the environment if disposed of improperly. Metro residents can dispose of up to 15 gallons or 100 pounds of unwanted and unused household hazardous waste at the East or Ezell Pike Convenience Center each month at no charge.
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Electronic Waste Recycling
Electronic waste is not allowed in waste containers and should be recycled. Nashville and Davidson County residents can recycle unwanted electronics at the East, Ezell Pike and Omohundro Convenience Centers at no charge.
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Pharmaceuticals Disposal
Metro residents can take all kinds of unused, expired, or over-the-counter medications to several Metro Police Precincts.
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