Yard Trimmings Recycling
The SWMD has also initiated a program that encourages the diversion of yard trimmings from landfills.
Through techniques called "grasscycling" and "composting", residents can reuse their yard trimmings and
return valuable nutrients to the soil. If residents choose to place their yard waste for SWMD collection, they
must use a city-approved compostable bag.
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Grasscycling
Compostable Bags
Composting
City Approved Compostable Bags are Available at these Houston area Retailers
The yard trimmings collection service is offered to all citizens who receive the automated garbage collection
service. Yard trimmings make up approximately 30% of the total residential waste stream in Houston.
Recycling yard trimmings saves the city in landfill costs and extends the life of landfills.
Grass clippings, small branches, and leaves must not be placed in the automated garbage cans. They must
be put in city-approved compostable bags, not weighing more than 50 pounds, and placed at the curb 3 feet
away from the automated container for separate yard trimming collection.
Small branches may be put in bundles as long as each bundle is less than 4 feet in length, 18 inches in
diameter, and not weighing more than 50 pounds.
Yard trimmings mixed with paper, plastic or any other type of waste will not be collected.
In addition to the recycling and diversion services, the SWMD also provides services for:
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Facilities for recycling and proper disposal of Household Waste are also available at the:
Westpark Consumer Recycling Center
Environmental Service Centers