Curbside Storm Debris Collection Update

Alachua County's hurricane debris contractors are nearing the completion of their first pass through the county. To help prepare for the second and final pass, we are asking residents to follow these important guidelines:

Final Debris Placement Deadline

All hurricane-related vegetative debris must be placed curbside by Nov. 22, 2024. Areas where this debris is collected after Nov. 22 will be considered fully cleared. Contractors will not make additional passes to collect storm debris in these areas. To help speed up the collection efforts of the contractors, please consolidate your vegetative storm debris into a single large pile.

Non-Hurricane Yard Waste Collection

Starting Nov. 25, GFL (the county's waste collection hauler) will resume regular yard waste collections for non-hurricane debris. Please ensure that all yard waste complies with the following size and weight restrictions:

• No items over 5 feet in length
• No items with a diameter greater than 8 inches
• No item with a weight greater than 40 pounds
• All loose material in paper lawn bags or reusable containers

If you live in a gated community, please have your Home Owner’s Association reach out to the County at 352-338-3233 to complete a right-of-entry agreement. This document is required by FEMA and must be completed if your community wants the County’s contractors to collect debris from Hurricane Helene. The form can be downloaded here. Completed forms can be emailed to wastecollection@alachuacounty.us .

Residential Vegetative Storm Debris Drop-off Sites

Two vegetative debris drop-off sites will remain open (to Alachua County residents only) until further notice. These sites are open Monday through Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. These sites are for hurricane-related vegetative debris only. Residents must show proof of residence (e.g., a utility bill and a driver’s license with a matching address) to use the sites.

Please follow these important rules:

• Alachua County residents only – you must provide proof of residence. A utility bill and a driver’s license with a matching address are required.
• No debris from commercial parcels
• No commercial debris removal companies
• Vegetative hurricane debris only

The Sites are located at:

• NW Landfill – 15530 NW 173rd St, Alachua, FL
• SW Landfill – 19401 SW Archer Rd, Archer, FL (Archer Rural Collection Center site)

Hours: Monday – Sunday from 7:30 am – 6:30 pm

Illegal Dumping Reminder

The county has seen an increase in vegetative debris being dumped on public rights-of-way, away from the homes where it was collected. This practice is illegal and violators may face penalties

Thank you for your cooperation as we complete this critical cleanup effort.