Palm Aire bulk trash guide

If you live in a house, duplex or triplex

The city collects bulk once a week from single-family homes, duplexes and triplexes. Keep these limits in mind:

• —The pile can be up to 4 cubic yards, about 6 ft by 4 ft by 4 ft.
• —Place it within 5 feet of the curb line and no more than 10 feet from the street edge.
• —Keep it at least 5 feet from a neighboring property.
• —Keep it clear of storm drains, sidewalks, streets and utility meters.

If you live in a condo or apartment

The city's weekly schedule above doesn't list condos. It says multi-family properties may need an appointment for bulk collection. Start with your association or property manager, then contact the city at 954.786.4030 or Bulk@copbfl.com if needed.

If you have more than one pile

Residents can request up to two extra debris collections a year, up to 16 cubic yards each. They cover vegetative debris and household waste only, and you must schedule them before anything goes to the curb.

What the city won't collect as bulk

• —Construction and demolition debris
• —Large tree trunks, stumps and roots
• —Automotive or marine parts
• —Dirt, rocks, sand and sod
• —Hazardous waste

Taking it yourself

Pompano Beach runs a residential drop-off station at 1840 NW 33rd Street on Saturdays from 7 AM to 3 PM. You need proof of residency, and it's for residential cars and pickup trucks only.

Don't let a pile sit

If a pile breaks the rules, the city says property owners get 48 hours to remove it or arrange an additional pickup.

When hiring help makes sense

A paid pickup is usually worth it when items are inside a condo, you can't move them, you have a deadline, or you don't want a pile at the curb. For those jobs, see condo junk removal or pricing.