How Do I Get Rid of Storm Debris?

If you need to dispose of downed tree branches and large amounts of debris in Farmington and Farmington Hills after weekend storms, pick-up will follow standard yard waste collection guidelines, on your regularly scheduled garbage day.

Both cities contract with Waste Management, Inc. Acceptable yard waste includes leaves, grass, shrub clippings, twigs, and plant materials. You have three options:

1. Place yard waste in a trash can (32-gallon size limit) with a Yard Waste sticker on both sides. Stickers are free through city halls and Department of Public Works offices. 

Small limbs (six inches in diameter or less) and brush must be tied in bundles that do not exceed four feet in length or weigh more than 60 pounds per bundle. Unbundled brush and large limbs will not be picked up. Also, any brush or twigs placed in cans or bags should not stick out above the top of the container and large quantities of dirt or sod are not accepted for pickup.

Tree limbs larger than 6 inches in diameter will not be picked up by the waste hauler. Homeowners are responsible for disposing of them. 

For more information, visit fhgov.com or ci.farmington.mi.us. 

Source: City of Farmington Hills press release