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Garbage Collection
The Sanitation Division provides residential curbside garbage pick up in the city. Staff collects other solid waste such as leaves and offers special pick ups for large items. Sanitation also operates the city recycling center on Pennton Avenue.
View the holiday collection schedule.
How to Purchase a Roll-Out Container
Roll-out trash containers are available for purchase from the Sanitation Department through City Hall. Commercial and bulk container pickups are also available. Call 828-757-2160 for pricing and availability.
For additional information, contact the Sanitation Division at 828-757-2173.
Items Not Collected
Items that cannot be collected are:
- Building materials
- Electronics
- Hazardous waste such as paint, paint thinner, ammonia, etc.
- Microwaves
- Tires
- Tree stumps
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Compost Giveaway
The City of Lenoir gives away free leaf compost in the spring every year.
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Holiday Schedule
Discover the holiday amendments to normal trash pickups.
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Leaves, Landscaping, & Contractor Debris
Find helpful information about leaf collection, landscaping debris, and contractor debris.
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Routes
View the weekly collection routes in the city.
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Trash Bash
The Sanitation Division holds a "Trash Bash" in the spring and fall each year. Trash Bash is a chance for residents to clear out their homes and get rid of those unwanted items and junk.