Collection Point.  In most cases, the trash is collected in the alley behind the home where the property line meets the alley.  The primary exception to that method is on streets with unpaved alleys.  For homes on these streets, collection occurs at the front curb.   In front curb collection, bags should be set out on the parkway (the grassy area between the sidewalk and the curb).  City Solid Waste crews will only collect bagged trash and/or 1 cubic foot of loose trash, such as twigs or small appliance boxes, that is easily accessible.  The City of Richardson does not use any type of receptacle and crews do not retrieve bagged trash out of them.

Set-out Time.  City Ordinance requires that regular trash be set out at the collection point by 7:00 A.M. on the Regular Trash Collection day.  City Ordinance also prohibits residents from allowing regular trash bags to be set or left out on days other than designated collection days.

Bags.  You may purchase Black Bags from the City because these bags meet code requirements.  Regardless of where the bags are purchased, the City recommends black or dark-colored bags that are 2 millimeter in thickness, to ensure proper collection.

Drop Off Centers. 
You may also drop-off your regular trash at the following location:

• Transfer Station, 1601 Lookout Drive, 972-234-3247

Note: Regular Trash Solid Waste crews are NOT allowed to collect any trash bag that weighs more than 50 pounds.  In the case of bulky or heavy trash, the resident must call or make an online request  for a Special Collection.