Weather permitting, York City curbside customers are reminded that they may start placing yard waste at their designated pick-up point for collection on their regular recycling day, starting Monday, March 3rd.
This yard waste season runs from March 3rd to November 30th, 2025. All yard waste must be kept separate from regular trash to ensure proper disposal and recycling. Please prepare yard waste for collection according to the specifications provided by the city to facilitate the process and help maintain a clean and healthy environment for all residents. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping York City beautiful and sustainable.
BRUSH: Bundled branches, each branch must be less than 4” in diameter (maximum bundle size: 3’ x 3’ and 40 pounds); or use authorized yellow yard waste cans (maximum: 40 pounds). NO yard waste/branches should extend above the rim of cans or bags.
INCLUDES LEAVES/PRUNINGS/GARDEN RESIDUE (NO GRASS CLIPPINGS): Use biodegradable kraft paper bags (maximum: 32 gallons; 40 pounds); or use authorized yellow yard waste cans (maximum: 40 pounds). NO yard waste/branches should extend above the rim of cans or bags.
Customers are reminded that plastic bags are NOT allowed for yard waste and will result in no collection. Do NOT line yard waste cans with bags. Grass clippings should be placed in with regular trash and count toward the normal trash bag limit.
Yard Waste Site Will Open to York City Customers only Beginning April 5th
The City’s Yard Waste Facility at Memorial Stadium is open the first Saturday of each month, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., April through December, rain or shine. Customers must provide proof of city residency, such as a valid license or a recent sewer bill. This drop-off facility is accessible to York City customers only and should be used only during the hours of operation. Violators will be prosecuted under the local ordinance for illegal dumping and may be fined up to $600.
