Garbage - City Of Fairhope

Garbage pick up begins at 1:00 a.m.

Garbage cans should be removed from the curb the same day as pick up, and cans should not be placed at the curb earlier than 24 hours before pick up.

Garbage must be bagged and contained in a city-issued automated garbage can. Call us if you do not have one.

All household waste and small bulk waste is considered garbage. This includes food, animal waste, chemical and gardening containers, and any non-recyclable containers. Small electronics are also garbage

Bio-hazardous materials, such as hypodermic needles, are a special care item...call us for proper placement.

Garbage can must be placed on residents own right of way

The city of Fairhope collects over 130 tons of garbage weekly...Please recycle!rbage fees minimal!

1. Businesses are limited to (1) 64 gallon cart. If more than (1) 64 gallon cart is needed, business must purchase one or more 96 gallon carts. Businesses are encouraged to purchase the 96 gallon cart to accomodate for larger bulk waste, such as styrafoam, plastic wrap, etc.

2. 96 gallon polycarts are recommended for all businesses. The cost is $65.00 to purchase a cart. City of Fairhope does not service dumpsters. Businesses will be charged per polycart, with rates beginning at $17.25 per month for a two time per week pick up. Businesses may elect up to five times per week pick up (Monday through Friday). Minimum charge per month is $15.55 for (1) 64 gallon cart, or $17.25 per 96 gallon for a 2 times per week service.

3. All garbage must be contained. Boxes must be broken down (for recycling) with all filler material, including styrofoam peanuts, enclosed in garbage can/polycart. Businesses will be charged according to how much garbage they generate, and all businesses are encouraged to recycle. Boxes not broken down or containing loose materials will be considered excess garbage, and monthly fee may be adjusted.

4. Call us to find out more about commercial recycling, including cardboard recycling. Cardboard is picked up from area businesses every Wednesday (no charge) and additional days may be added, if needed. We will accommodate your need!

5. All businesses and non-residential customers must use a 64- or 96-gallon automated garbage cart. Automated garbage carts are available for a cost of $65. Purchase at City Hall (City will provide free delivery of cart once payment is received).

For comments or to request more information, call us at (251) 990-0192, or e-mail us at April.Westervelt@cofairhope.com

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