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Waste & recycling in Richmond, BC

Use this guide to check Richmond collection service, large-item pickup, local drop-off options, and permits for placing a container on a City road or boulevard.

Garbage, recycling & green carts Address-based schedules Richmond Recycling Depot Large items & container permits

At a glance

  • City: Richmond, British Columbia
  • Region: Metro Vancouver
  • Curbside garbage: Every two weeks for eligible homes
  • Green Cart: Weekly for curbside customers
  • Drop-off: Richmond Recycling Depot, 5555 Lynas Lane
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What can go into a dumpster in Richmond?

Private haulers and receiving facilities set their own material, weight and contamination rules. Describe every material in the load before booking a bin or arriving at a facility.

Keep reusable, recyclable and hazardous materials out of mixed garbage. Confirm the destination and all extra charges with the hauler in writing.

Common loads (confirm first)

  • Household junk that has no practical reuse or recycling option
  • Furniture and bulky items not eligible for City pickup
  • Construction debris accepted by the selected hauler and facility
  • Clean wood, metal, gypsum and yard material when separated for an appropriate processor

Keep out unless specifically approved

  • Asbestos, fuels, chemicals and other hazardous materials
  • Batteries, electronics, propane cylinders, paint and used oil
  • Food scraps and recyclable materials banned from regional garbage loads
  • Tires, mattresses, gypsum and appliances mixed into general waste

Many restricted products have stewardship or depot programs. Never conceal them in a mixed load.

Who handles residential collection?

The City provides curbside garbage, recycling and Green Cart service to single-family homes and some townhomes. Some multi-family properties receive centralized City service; others use private collection.

Typical City collection frequency

For eligible curbside properties:

  • Garbage is collected every two weeks
  • Green Carts and eligible yard trimmings are collected weekly
  • Recycling dates and instructions are shown in the address-based City schedule

Collection arrangements vary for apartments, condominiums, townhomes and businesses. Confirm service with the strata, property manager or private hauler when no City schedule appears for the address.

Schedules, reminders and bulky-item service

Use City tools for address-specific dates and current set-out instructions.

Collection schedule
Enter an address for available pickup dates.
Find schedule
Richmond Recycling app
Get reminders and material lookups.
View app details
Large Item Pick Up
Schedule eligible items before setting them out.
Check eligibility

Drop-off and disposal options near Richmond

The Richmond Recycling Depot accepts a broad range of separated recyclable and stewardship materials but is not a general garbage dump. Garbage and other excluded materials need an appropriate transfer or disposal facility.

Check the official page immediately before visiting. Accepted materials, preparation requirements, customer eligibility, hours and fees can change.

Commercial quantities and business-generated material may be subject to different restrictions.

Richmond Recycling Depot

A City depot for separated recycling and many stewardship products; it does not accept general household garbage.

  • Address: 5555 Lynas Lane, Richmond, BC
  • Open seven days a week, 9:00 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.; statutory holiday closures apply
  • Accepted streams include electronics, paint, batteries, oil, propane cylinders, appliances, foam packaging and yard trimmings
Depot details

Vancouver Landfill

A City of Vancouver disposal and recycling facility in Delta used for eligible garbage, construction material and separated recyclables.

  • Address: 5400 72 Street, Delta, BC
  • Charges and material restrictions apply
  • Richmond sells limited-value disposal vouchers; check current terms before relying on one
Facility details

Large-item pickup, dumpster rental or junk removal?

Choose based on City-program eligibility, load size, timing and whether labour is needed.

City Large Item Pick Up

Scheduled service for eligible homes

Eligible households may schedule up to six accepted household items per calendar year. Book first and follow the preparation and set-out rules for each item.

Review eligibility and accepted items

Private bin or junk removal

For renovations and larger cleanouts

A bin suits material you can load yourself. A junk-removal crew handles loading. Confirm the disposal destination, included weight, prohibited materials and surcharges before booking.

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Permits for dumpsters and storage containers

Richmond requires authorization before a container occupies a City street or boulevard. Construction waste containers use the temporary street occupancy process; moving and storage containers use the temporary placement permit.

Place the container on private property when practical. Approval is not automatic, and separate traffic-management or lane-closure requirements may apply.

Permit and operator requirements

  • Use the City form that matches a construction bin or moving/storage container.
  • The owner or operator needs a valid Richmond business licence and at least $5 million liability coverage naming the City as additional insured.
  • Display the permit and operator contact information on the container.

Placement conditions

  • Use high-visibility reflective markings and place the longest side parallel to the curb.
  • Maintain four metres of unobstructed road clearance.
  • Setbacks apply near intersections, driveways, sidewalks, crosswalks, hydrants and traffic controls.
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