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Yard and Tree Waste
(Ash Borer, Ash Tree Disposal, Brush, Leaves, Trees, Stumps, Wood Chips, Garden Debris, Plants, Dirt, Grass, Sod, Logs, Emerald Ash Borer, Storm Damage Tree Waste)
Not Accepted At Hennepin County Facilities.
Definition: Yard and tree waste includes brush, garden debris, grass clippings, leaves, sod, logs, trees and stumps, plants (indoor and outdoor), compost, mulch and wood chips. It does not include rocks or landscape blocks.
Tree waste quarantine update: All brush from Hennepin County properties must stay within Hennepin County borders. Please contact your city for the nearest location to dispose of your tree waste.
Questions on the Emerald Ash Borer and the ash tree quarantine? See Emerald ash borer.
Curbside Pick-up. Some yard waste material can be picked up at the curb by your waste hauler. Contact your waste hauler to schedule a subscription for weekly or bi-weekly yard waste pickup or a special one-time pickup, and for material preparation requirements and fees.
Compostable Bag Requirements for Curbside
On Jan. 1, 2010, residents in Hennepin County - excluding Minneapolis - who bag their yard and organic waste are now required to put their waste out for pickup in compostable bags. Acceptable bags include either paper (kraft) bags or compostable plastic bags. Residents who use yard waste carts or who deliver and dump out their yard waste at compost sites are not affected. Learn more about the new requirements at RethinkRecycling.com.
Drop Off Locations. See our list of Yard Waste Drop Off Sites in the Metro Area. Call for hours, special conditions, and fees. Some of these facilities are not open year round.
Storm Debris Cleanup. If your city has recently experienced a storm that has caused large amounts of tree damage, please contact your city for instructions on cleanup procedures. Damaged trees that you believe are located on easements, public property or near railroads should be reported to your city.
Addtional Information:
Diseased Trees
Christmas Trees - Artificial
Christmas Trees - Live