Bulk Trash PickupLackawanna, NY
Lackawanna has one of the most structured bulk trash programs in Erie County β 3 dedicated bulk weeks per year, a monthly 1-item bonus rule, and a $50 per-item off-schedule fee. Here’s everything Lackawanna residents need to know.
How Lackawanna’s Bulk Trash Program Works
Lackawanna’s bulk program is one of the most specific in WNY. The 3 annual bulk weeks allow 5 bulk items plus 1 cubic yard of debris each. Between bulk weeks, every Lackawanna address can put out 1 bulk item on the first FULL week of each month β on your regular garbage day. Off-schedule bulk pickup is available for $50 per item by calling DPW at (716) 827-6406. Check lackawannany.gov for the current year’s bulk week dates.
City of Lackawanna Public Works / Sanitation
What’s Accepted β and What Isn’t
Every Lackawanna homeowner should know these rules before putting anything at the curb.
β Accepted
- 3 designated bulk weeks per year β 5 bulk items + 1 cubic yard accepted each week
- Monthly 1-item bonus: 1 bulk item on first FULL week of each month on your garbage day
- Accepted bulk items: couch, chair, mattress, box spring, dresser, and similar household furniture
- Branches β picked up April 15 through October 15 (excluding bulk weeks)
- Yard waste β clear bags only, placed in separate containers
- Grass clippings β leave on lawn (city participates in NYS ‘Leave it on the Lawn’ program)
β Not Accepted
- Electronics β never accepted during bulk weeks
- Construction material β drywall, lumber, windows, 2x4s not accepted
- Sheds, fences, decks β never accepted
- Contractor debris β homeowner/contractor responsible for removal
- Off-schedule bulk items without paying $50/item fee to DPW
- Plastic bags for yard waste β clear bags only accepted
Paid Junk Removal β When the Town Won’t Take It
For bulk items outside program limits, between pickup dates, or large-volume cleanouts β these Erie County services cover Lackawanna.
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