Garbage and Organic Collection for Private Roads

Apply for garbage and organics curbside collection on a private road or Common Collection Point - (CCP, shared pickup location)

If you do not receive curbside collection, you can submit an application for collection:

on a private road, or
at a Common Collection Point (CCP, shared pickup location)

Find the option that fits your situation

Private road collection

This may be a good option if:

you live on a privately owned road
the road can safely support collection trucks
all property owners agree to the service

Common Collection Point Location

This may be a good option if:

your road cannot support collection trucks
you need a shared pickup location nearby
your road owner approves the location

Review the details below before you apply. Not sure which option is right? Contact us before applying.

Check your road status before you apply

You cannot apply if your road:

is planned to become a municipal road
is in the process of becoming a municipal or provincial road.
If the road owner(s) does not agree to the trucks being on the road.

This is called road assumption. It means the road will become publicly owned and maintained.
Check with your local municipality if you are not sure who owns your road.

Apply for private road collection

What you need

proof of who owns the private road
written consent from all road owners
agreement from all property owners who will use the service
your property roll number (from your tax bill)

Road requirements

Your road must:

be safe for collection trucks
be at least 4.5 meters (15 feet) wide
have at least 3.6 meters (12 feet) of clear height
allow for adequate turn around space for collection vehicles

In winter your road must:

be plowed to at least 4.5 meters (15 feet) wide
have no more than 5 cm (2 inches) of snow
be cleared and safe by 7:00 a.m. on collection day
be sanded or salted if icy

Detailed road requirements

Clearances

Keep the road clear of branches, wires, and obstacles

Road condition

Keep the road free of potholes, erosion, and debris
Avoid soft shoulders, flooding, or unsafe surfaces

Winter maintenance

Maintain safe conditions throughout collection day
Meet District or provincial maintenance standards (whichever is stricter)

Ongoing requirements

The District may inspect the road at any time
Service may be stopped if conditions become unsafe

Apply for private road collection

Apply for a Common Collection Point

What you need

proof of road ownership and consent from roadway owners
a completed Bin Placement Approval Form[LINK] (approved by your local municipality)
agreement from all affected property owners
your property roll number (from your tax bill)
number of homes using the collection point

Download: Bin Placement Approval Form

Location requirements

The collection point must:

be close to the main road (within 5 metres)
be accessible for collection trucks
have enough space for all required bins
be in a shared location that works for all users

Each bin:

can serve a maximum of 2 households
is required to be maintained by the owner and meet requirements under the by-law

You are responsible for maintaining the collection point

Detailed requirements for shared pickup locations

Location and setup

Must be on approved private or public land
Municipal approval is required before applying
Must allow enough space for all required bins

Surface

Must be solid and level (no soft ground, gravel, or slopes)

Bin requirements

Must be made of wood or metal
Must be in good condition and maintained
Must be clearly labeled with a civic address

Access and maintenance

Must be accessible at all times
Snow, brush, and debris must be cleared
Lids must open and not be frozen shut

Use and responsibilities

Garbage must be bagged
Organics must be in a green bin

Bin owners are responsible for:

maintenance
wildlife damage
illegal dumping

Important

Repeated issues (illegal dumping or poor maintenance) may result in service being cancelled

Apply for a Common Collection Point

Get recycling collection information

Recycling collection across Ontario is now managed by Circular Materials.
The District does not manage recycling collection and cannot guarantee curbside blue box collection. For recycling information, visit the Circular Materials Website