Manatee County residents looking to dispose of old furniture, worn-out household items, or other bulky waste have a convenient option through a monthly bulk collection pilot program offered by Manatee County Utilities.
The program allows residential customers in unincorporated Manatee County to place up to two eligible bulk items at the curb once per month on their assigned collection day. The service is provided at no additional cost to residents.
Items such as old couches and other large household furnishings can be placed curbside for collection, helping residents clear unwanted items from their homes without arranging private disposal services.
Collection days are assigned by geographic zones, and residents must follow their designated monthly pickup schedule. Customers can determine their collection day by using the county’s Resident Information Tool at mymanatee.org/bigbin.
Certain items require additional arrangements before collection. Tires and household appliances, including washers and dryers, must be scheduled in advance through the county’s Customer Self-Service Portal at mymanatee.org/css. Residents may also schedule these special collections by calling 311.
In addition to the monthly two-item collection, each eligible residential property may schedule one annual large-bulk collection of up to 10 cubic yards. This service must also be arranged in advance through the county’s Customer Self-Service Portal or by contacting 311.
The pilot program is available exclusively to residential properties in unincorporated Manatee County. Properties within incorporated municipalities are not included in the program.
County officials encourage residents to verify their assigned collection dates and review the program requirements before placing items at the curb. Following the established guidelines will help ensure that materials are collected as scheduled.
Residents can find additional information about eligible items, scheduling requirements, and monthly collection dates by visiting mymanatee.org/bigbin.
