How to Dispose of Yard Waste in Detroit, MI
Detroit collects yard waste weekly on the same day as trash/recycling/bulk. Use paper bags only (no plastic); twigs ≤2 inches may go in bags; branches ≤4 feet and ≤4 inches diameter, bundled, ≤60 lb; keep piles about 6 feet from carts. Season for 2026 is roughly March 31–December 19. Free yard-waste drop-offs include Southfield Yard (12255 Southfield Service Dr), Davison Yard (8221 W Davison), and J. Fons (6451 E McNichols).
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| Curbside pickup | Yes / organics stream |
|---|---|
| Average tipping fee | Weekly yard waste (paper bags only); season ~Mar 31–Dec 19 2026 |
| Hazardous rating | Low |
| Nearest facility type | Detroit DPW yard waste / free yard drop-off yards |
| Rule source level | city |
| Last verified | 2026-08-11 |
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Not allowed for yard waste — paper bags only.
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