City of Gulfport Debris Pickup
Gulfport’s debris pickup team collected over one million pounds (518 tons) of debris south of I-10. However, since our initial announcement, the debris piles in that area doubled, and we could not cover all neighborhoods south of the interstate. To stay on schedule, our pickup efforts have shifted north of I-10 and will continue until next Friday. After that, we will return and pick up where we left off south of the interstate.
We understand that the debris can be a nuisance, but we are committed to ensuring that our streets and neighborhoods are safe and clean. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.
Gulfport Announces Updates for Debris Pickup
Beginning immediately, the city will implement a new pickup system.
For over 50 years, Gulfport has had ordinances that define items that are eligible for pick-up when by the road in front of a residence (or behind a residence in improved alleys) – not on vacant lots.
However, due to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the clean up efforts that followed, we never got back to normal, and we are now facing a trash pile situation that is unsightly, unsanitary, and unsustainable.
This must change, and we are implementing a return to the original ordinances, which means any non-approved items placed roadside will be considered improperly dumped, with fines to follow.
Most waste items should be placed in the garbage bin, and small piles of yard waste should be in bags, when possible, which can be placed curbside.
Approved Debris Items
Sticks and Twigs
Tree Limbs
Shrubbery
Leaves
All other vegetative debris
Will Not Pick Up
Hazardous Waste
Mattresses & Furniture
Tires & Engine Parts
Home Appliances
Contractor/Commercial Debris
Our data shows that 19% of residents are responsible for 100% of these piles, and everyone pays for it.
Commercial businesses, rental properties, contractors, tree surgeons, and residents are responsible for removing and disposing of large items.
Local landfill information and responsive maps are below.
Beginning March 6th, we will implement a new pickup system.
- 1. The first two full weeks of each month, we will pick up debris piles south of I-10
- 2. The last two full weeks of each month, we will pick up debris piles north of I-10
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3. Each residence and business paying for city services will have one debris pick-up per month.
Please note: Items placed curbside cannot be picked up if they are next to a structure (tree, mailbox, fire hydrant, etc.) or under low-hanging utility lines. Twice a week pick up of solid waste in garbage cans will continue as normal.
As street and alley pickups are completed, they will be marked off on a map, and if any illegal dumps or items appear in these areas after, we will investigate accordingly. Our contractor has also ordered cameras for their trucks, so we will have video evidence if challenged for illegal dumping.
Debris piles should not be larger than six feet long, six feet wide, and six feet tall.
Citizens are not required to call in for debris pickup as our objective is to maintain cleanliness on every street in the city through our zoning efforts.
Beginning May 1st:
- 1. If there is a debris or trash pile in front of your home or business (or in the alley behind the same) with illegal items included, our code enforcement officers will begin to issue citations.
- 2. We encourage you to hire local companies for non-household and non-approved items.
Resources:
Waste Management Pecan Grove Landfill
Pecan Grove will take household trash and construction and debris and the first 300 lbs are free with proof of Harrison County residence.
After that, the gate rate applies:
$8.10 per yard with a $45 minimum
Coastal Recyclers C&D Landfill
Acceptable Materials:
Non-hazardous construction/demolition debris, and yard/green waste.
Click the button below for hours and contact information for rates.
Show Community Pride by Volunteering!
OCG is recruiting volunteers to serve as prevention educators in the community, and to become a dedicated standing group, the CLEAN Coast Corps (CCC). CCC volunteers will serve on a regular basis to assist with community clean-ups and other activities devoted to mitigating litter, illegal and curbside dumping, and property blight in the Gulfport area.
Next Event: Community Cleanup on April 22