The City of Shelbyville provides essential waste management services that keep our community clean, organized, and environmentally responsible. Understanding the local trash pick up system helps residents comply with city guidelines and contribute to efficient neighborhood maintenance.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Shelbyville
Trash and recycling collection occurs Monday through Friday, with specific routes designated for each day of the week. Collection hours are between 7 am and 4 pm, and residents are advised to have their trash set out by 7 am on their designated collection day.
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
Trash Limits and Requirements
- Maximum of 5 bags of household trash per week
- Trash must be in a lidded receptacle
- Each bag must weigh less than 40 pounds
- Loose, unbagged trash will not be collected
Trash Receptacle Specifications
- Must have a lid
- Prevents trash from being scattered
- Keeps waste secure and contained
Recycling Services
Shelbyville offers a comprehensive recycling program at no additional cost to residents:
- 64-gallon blue recycling bin provided
- Weekly collection on residential trash day
- Co-mingled recycling accepts:
- Plastics (Numbers 1-5 and Number 7)
- Glass
- Aluminum cans
- Paper and cardboard
- Items must be clean and free of food debris
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Annual Heavy Trash Pick Up
- Occurs during spring
- Accepts furniture, appliances, wood, and metal
- Limitations on quantity:
- Approximately one truck load
- 8×6 foot area, not taller than 4 feet
- Special requirements:
- Freon-containing items must be tagged
- Items must be neatly separated
- No tires, concrete, televisions, or computers
Yard Waste Collection
Yard Waste Guidelines
- Collected on regular trash day
- Must be in a can marked “yard waste”
- Accepted materials:
- Leaves
- Grass clippings
- Small twigs and branches
- Can be bundled or in paper yard waste bags
- Absolutely no plastic bags permitted
How to Request Services
Contact Information
- Street Department Phone: 317-392-5169
- Address: 605 Hale Road, Shelbyville, IN 46176
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 am to 4 pm
Special Pickup Requests
- For brush and limb removal, call Street Department
- Chipper truck may take 4-5 days to respond
- Professional tree services must remove their own debris
Shelbyville’s trash pick up services are designed to maintain community cleanliness and environmental responsibility. By following these guidelines, residents can ensure smooth waste collection and contribute to a cleaner, more efficient city.
FAQ
What time is trash pick-up in Shelbyville Indiana?Trash and recycling is collected between 7 am and 4 pm. Your trash/recycling pick-up time may vary. If your trash/recycling is not out when the driver goes by, you will need to set it out the following week or take it to the transfer station located at the County Highway garage on N Michigan Road.
Why hasn’t my garbage been picked up today?A garbage truck might skip your trash pickup for several reasons. Common reasons include improper sorting of waste, overweight or oversized containers, blocked access to the garbage due to parked vehicles or construction, hazardous materials in the garbage, or severe weather conditions.
What holidays is waste Pro closed?
- Holidays Observed in 2021.
- New Year’s Day – January 1st. Memorial Day – May 31st.
- *Independence Day – July 4th (Sunday)
- Labor Day – September 6th. …
- On these days: If you receive twice a week garbage pick-up, your service will be skipped. …
- *Service will run as normally scheduled Monday – Saturday.
How to get rid of lots of trash at once?Hire the services of a trash removal company. [Company] is willing and able to haul your trash, no matter how big the load.
https://www.shelbyville.in.gov/242/Trash-Pickup-Information
Trash and recycling is collected between 7 am and 4 pm. Your trash/recycling pick-up time may vary. If your trash/recycling is not out when the driver goes by,
https://www.shelbyville.in.gov/228/Street-Department
City of Shelbyville Street Department will begins collecting leaves starting November 2025. They typically aim to collect leaves on your regular trash