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Solid Waste
The City of Frankfort Solid Waste Division provides reliable waste management solutions through residential curbside collection and a variety of specialized services. The department works proactively to reduce waste and to increase recycling in the city.
Residential curbside services are available within city limits only. View the City Interactive Map to see the city limits (black dashed line).
special announcements
The City's next Clean Up Week is scheduled for July 11th-15th. Click Here for more information.
THE SERVICE FORMERLY REFERRED TO AS "FREE WEEKS" WILL NOW BE CALLED "CLEAN UP WEEKS". ALL THE SAME SERVICES ARE PROVIDED AND RULES APPLY.
Exciting changes to curbside recycling... Paper and food/beverage containers are now accepted!
Click here to see the updated flier (spanish version)The city of Frankfort has launched a new mobile app! Find address-based information about recycling and proper disposal, or sign up for alerts and reminders.
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/app/id1556149008
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=gov.ky.franklincounty.recollect.wasteHaving trouble ordering City overflow bags using Clicklist? Click here for easy to follow instructions.
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County Partnerships
Learn more about partnerships between the Solid Waste Division and Franklin County.
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Dumpster / POD Permit
If a dumpster or pod is placed within the city right-of-way, it must be permitted with the City of Frankfort.
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Electronic Recycle
The City of Frankfort Solid Waste Department provides a free electronic recycle service to Franklin County residents, non-profit organizations, or local businesses.
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Historic District Boundaries (PDF)
View a map of the Frankfort Historic District boundaries.
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Non-Profit & Renaissance District Recycling
The City of Frankfort will provide recycling service to non-profit organizations and businesses located in the downtown Renaissance District.
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Public Speaking & Education
Solid Waste Division staff are available to speak to schools, civic groups, neighborhood associations, or scout troops about solid waste issues.
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Residential Services
The City of Frankfort provides garbage and recycling collection services for residents.
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Single-Stream Recycling System
Kentucky is moving to a single-stream recycling system that will involve changes in the way we collect and separate recyclables.
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Visions & Values
Read the division mission, vision, and values.
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FrankWaste App
FrankWaste App