Trash & Recycling

On site trash bins There are many bins in the garage available for use. Please be courteous and ensure your trash is all the way in the bin and the lid may close. If you have a large amount or refuse from a move please contact property management to arrange alternate options to ensure other may dispose of their trash.

On site recycling bins The city of Somerville offers single stream recycling using the labelled bins in our garage please reference the Somerville website for details on what can be recycled. When placing your items in the bins, please keep the area tidy by ensuring the items fit in the bins. This includes breaking down cardboard boxes and placing them inside. Plastic bogs cannot be recycled, so please do not put them in the bins.

Yard waste will be picked up curbside on our regular trash day (Only certain weeks, see the Somerville website for more info). Yard waste must be kept in paper bags or barrels marked with "yard waste only" stickers. The stickers are available for free from DPW customer service or city call. Call 311 for more info. Yard waste may also be dropped off at the DPW yard.

Household hazardous waste (HHW) (paints, thinners, cleaners, motor oil, antifreeze, mercury thermometers, car batteries, CFL bulbs and rechargeable batteries) should be brought to the DBW yard on their HHW days. (See the Somerville website for days and current rules)

Electronics Drop off your electronic waste for recycling at the DPW Yard (1 Franey Rd). Residents may drop off eligible items weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. or between 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Proof of residency, such as a driver's license or utility bill, is required and must be presented at the guard shack. Drop-off is open to residents only, not contractors. The City reserves the right to refuse drop-off for any reason.

Fines There will be fines assessed to those not in compliance with the above regulations. If you have questions, please contact the trustees.