City of Salem
Policy for Bulk Waste Collection
I. Definition:
1. Bulk waste-Waste material too large to be placed in normal waste
collection containers [mobile totes or dumpsters] such as appliances,
furniture, residential yard waste and other debris considered REGULAR
or ROUTINE residential solid waste.
II. Qualification for Bulk Waste Collection:
1. All single- family residential properties within the City of Salem qualify
for bulk waste collection.
2. Multi-family residential properties that utilize the City’s Sanitation
services for normal scheduled solid waste collection.
3. Household appliances large enough to pose a threat for entrapment to
a child must have the door removed or secured in such a way that the
door will not close. They must also be empty and those capable of
containing compressed gas must have the gas evacuated prior to collection.
4. Brush and tree trimmings and other vegetative debris that is consistent with
normal residential yard maintenance will qualify for bulk waste collection
if the debris is generated on the property containing a single or multi- family
dwelling.
III. Placement for Bulk Collection:
1. Bulk waste collection will be collected at the curb of the property on
which the waste material is generated or in the area of the normal collection site
and clear of any overhead obstructions.
IV. Materials Prohibited from City of Salem Bulk Collection:
1. No bulk waste collection will be made in an area that may pose a threat to:
A. Cause injury to the City employee
B. Cause damage to the City equipment
C. The health and well-being to the citizens of Salem
D. Impair or adversely impinge on the environment
2. Waste material generated from the activities requiring a Building Permit
issued by the City of Salem will not qualify for the City’s bulk waste
collection. It will be the responsibility of the contractor issued the
building permit or property owner to properly manage the waste generated
and arrange for its proper disposal.
3. Waste material generated by any contractor or person receiving a fee to
perform a job will be required to properly manage the waste generated
and arrange for its proper disposal.
4. Debris consistent with land clearing operations on unimproved
residential property will not qualify for bulk collection by the City.
5. Debris consistent with land clearing or excavation.
6. Dirt, rock or any type masonry debris
7. Stumps
8. Hazardous Materials
9. Gas Cylinders
10. Fuel Tanks
11. Fuel Cans
12. Barrels
13. Items too large to be safely handled by the City’s collection equipment.
14. Items used in industrial process or commercial application.
15. Vehicle parts
Prohibited materials shall not be placed in an area that would indicate a need for collection.
V. Demolition:
This service is not intended for the collection of debris generated in the
process of demolition or renovation.
VI. Frequency of Collection:
Bulk discarded items that qualify for collection by the City will be
collected during normal waste collection days or at the earliest
scheduled time.
VII. Building Debris:
Building debris shall be inspected by the Building Inspector’s Office to see
if a building permit is required.
