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Yard Waste Collection


The City of Richmond picks up yard and garden trimmings each week from single-family homes. Collection occurs on the same day that garbage and recycling are picked up.

There is no limit on amounts. However, all trimmings must be packaged in CLEAR, STRONG PLASTIC BAGS or in securely-tied bundles not more than 3 feet in length and not more than 2 feet thick.

Please place trimmings separate from garbage and recycling.


Materials Accepted for Collection

Accepted

flowers
grass clippings
leaves
other organic yard materials
plants (living or dead/dried)
plant trimmings
tree & hedge prunings

Not Accepted

diseased plants
garden hoses or flower pots
non-organic materials
prunings over 4 in. (10 cm) in diameter
rocks, dirt or sod
wood products


Yard and Garden Trimmings Drop-Off Locations
  • Ecowaste
    Triangle Road off the south foot of No. 6 Road.
    (No charge to Richmond residents)
    Open 7 days per week.  Call 604-277-1410 for hours.
  • City Recycling Depot
    5555 Lynas Lane
    Open Wednesday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.
    Closed on Statutory Holidays

Richmond residents can drop off yard trimmings at Ecowaste free of charge. Please be prepared to show proof of residence.

Richmond residents can also drop off trimmings at the City Recycling Depot free of charge, in amounts less than one cubic yard (a car, station wagon or mini van load.) Please take proof of residence.

For larger loads, the Recycling Depot charges a fee of $20 per cubic yard.