Sandy City’s Bulk Waste Program is Changing!

Sandy City’ Bulk Waste program has recently faced both budgetary and environmental challenges but we knew it was an important program to residents. The Council tasked City staff to create a solution. After significant research, collaboration with experts, and community feedback, the Council was presented with a new ordinance, which they unanimously passed on Feb. 1, 2022. This ordinance addresses the issues but maintains the structure of the program you have valued over the years.

So, What Are The Changes?

The amendments include new practices residents will need to be aware of come Spring Bulk Waste pick up, including updates to when, how, and where bulk waste is placed, along with new enforcement practices.

Pile Size Limit

There will be a pile size limit of 20’ long by 6’ wide by 4’ tall. Residents CANNOT place bulk waste curbside any sooner than 72 hours prior to their scheduled collection date. And, like always, hauling bulk waste to another location is considered illegal dumping and residents are encouraged to contact the Police Department at (801) 799-3000 with the license plate number of the violator.

Pile Placement

It is critical that debris and contaminants stay out of our storm water system, so to protect our storm water, you must follow these guidelines for placement of your pile:

• Separate green waste from bulk waste

• Piles must be 2 feet into the road and 3 feet from a storm drain

• Do not block traffic or driveways

Items Accepted:

These are the ONLY items accepted:

• Boxes / Bundles / Bags (required for small, loose items like leaves and grass clippings)
• Appliances (refrigerant removed and tagged)
• TVs / Household Appliances
• Water Heaters
• Furniture / Cabinets (glass must be removed)
• Toilets / Sinks / Bathtubs
• Mattresses / Box Springs / Bed Frames
• Carpet / Padding (rolled)
• Green Waste (max length 4’, max diameter 18”)
• Fencing / Posts / Lumber (max length 4’)
• Lawn mowers / Snowblowers / Other Small, Gas-operated Equipment (oil & gas removed)
• BBQ Grills (propane tanks removed)
• Scrap Metal/Pipes (max length 4', max weight 50 lbs. - no auto parts, no vehicle/trailer with a VIN)
• 55-gal Drums (empty and tops removed)

Items not listed WILL NOT be picked up!

• Residents must haul away or rent a dumpster for items not listed.

• Residents can be cited for violation.

Learn more at sandy.utah.gov/bulkwaste or by calling Sandy Public Works at (801) 568-2999.

FOR SANDY RESIDENTS ONLY: This service IS NOT available to businesses, apartments, condos, mobile homes parks, or residents of Salt Lake County.

If you are interested in our year-round dumpster program for remodeling projects, visit sandy.utah.gov/dumpster.