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Holiday Tree & Greenery Collection

Holiday trees and greenery will be collected December 27 – January 31. Residents in DPW-serviced households are asked to call 311 to make an appointment to schedule their collection between December 27 - January 10.

Leaf and Holiday Tree Collection Program

The fall leaf collection program runs from November 5 through January 19. Please rake your loose leaves into your tree box (or at the curb if there is no tree box) the Sunday before your scheduled collection week.

Welcome to Zero Waste DC

The District’s one-stop resource on reducing waste, recycling, composting, and special waste handling.

Mayor Bowser Unveils New Litter Prevention Campaign

The ‘Not in My DC’ campaign will feature new street signs, advertisements featuring notable District residents, and an enforcement blitz, as part of the Bowser Administration’s strategy keep the District looking its best!

Get The MyDPW App

The myDPW app allows residents to receive custom alerts about three of DPW’s services: street sweeping, leaf collections, and booting and towing.

Tow and Boot Electronic Alert Program

District drivers can now receive immediate notification if their vehicle been booted, towed, or relocated. Find out how to enroll in DPW’s new Tow and Boot Electronic Alert Program!

Featured Services

Household Hazardous Waste

The Fort Totten Transfer Station accepts household hazardous waste and unwanted electronics.

Solid Waste Collector Registration and Reporting

Solid waste collectors who operate in DC are required to register.

Collection Schedule

Use our Trash and Recycling Collection Day App to find your collection day(s).

Drop-Off your Food Waste

District residents can now drop-off food waste to be composted at designated Farmers' Markets.

Parking Tickets

DPW issues parking tickets to vehicles that violate the District’s parking regulations.

Bulk Trash Collection

DPW collects large, bulky items by appointment from eligible residential households.

How to prepare your recycling

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Holiday Collection Schedule

Use our "Slide Guide" to find out how holidays affect your collection schedule.

Latest

Feb 13 2020

Modified Holiday Schedule for Select District Services for Presidents Day

(Washington, DC) – District of Columbia Government offices will be closed on Presidents' Day (...

Jan 7 2020

Mayor Bowser Deploys District Snow Team to Treat Roads Ahead of Rain, Snow Mix

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 7, 2019 (WASHINGTON, DC) In response to a winter weather event...

Dec 27 2019

Mayor Bowser Reminds Residents to Schedule Christmas Tree Collection Appointment

Residents should call 311 to schedule an appointment with the Department of Public Works.

Dec 20 2019

Modified Holiday Schedule for Select District Services Christmas Day 2019 and New Year's Day 2020

The District of Columbia Government offices will be closed on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25...

Dec 17 2019

Tis the Season to Recycle Holiday Trees and Greenery

(Washington, DC) - The Department of Public Works (DPW) announced today that holiday trees and...

Nov 22 2019

Public Roundtable and Hearing on The District’s Snow Removal Operations Plan for Winter 2019 – 2020

Before the

Jun 11 2019

Confirmation Hearing for Director Geldart

Government of the District of Columbia DC Department of Public Works Testimony of Christopher...

Jun 11 2019

Fiscal Year 2020 Proposed Budget Oversight Hearing

Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Oversight Hearing Testimony of Christopher Geldart Acting Director,...

Jun 11 2019

DPW Performance Oversight Hearing on Fiscal Year 2018

Fiscal Year 2018 Performance Oversight Hearing Testimony of Christopher Geldart Acting Director,...

Nov 20 2018

The District’s Snow Removal Operations Plan for Winter 2018 – 2019

Friday, November 16, 2018 Testimony of Christopher J. Shorter Director, Department of Public Works...

May 23 2018

Bowser Administration to Launch 8-Week Graffiti Removal Blitz

District celebrates National Public Works Week with 3rd annual ‘Great Graffiti Wipeout....

Oct 25 2017

DC Snow Team Gears Up For Winter 2017/2018 with Dry Run Practice Session

On Friday, City Administrator Rashad Young and leaders of the DC Snow Team will kick off the 2017-...

Jun 19 2017

DPW MuralsDC Project Kicks off 10th Year Anniversary with New Mural at Ben’s Chili Bowl

“Who’s going to be on the wall?” The frequently asked question along the U street corridor of...

Jun 2 2017

DPW to Host the 10th Anniversary of the Citywide “Truck Touch” Sat., June 10 at RFK, Lot 7

The Department of Public Works (DPW) invites the public to attend the 10th annual summer kick off...

Dec 9 2016

DPW to Discuss Leaf Season During “Twitter Talk” Thurs., Dec. 15, at Noon

The Department of Public Works invites residents to “Twitter Talk” about DPW’s leaf collection...

Jul 17 2019

DPW Crews Continue to Deliver Services During Extreme Heat

With temperatures on the rise and expected to remain high throughout the day, the Department of...

Dec 13 2018

DPW Update on the 2018-19 Leaf Season Collection Schedule

Leaf collections are slightly behind schedule in some parts of the District.

Dec 7 2018

DPW Update on the 2018-19 Leaf Season Collection Schedule

Due to recent heavy rains and some snow, leaf collections are slightly behind schedule.

Nov 28 2018

DPW Update on the 2018-19 Leaf Season Collection Schedule

Due to recent heavy rains and some snow, leaf collections are slightly behind schedule.

Nov 2 2018

DPW, DDOT Urge Delivery Companies to Practice Bicycle Lane Safety

The DC Department of Public Works and the DC Department of Transportation sent letters to...

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Department of Public Works

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:45 pm, except District holidays

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Frank D. Reeves Municipal Center
2235 Shannon Place SE, Suite 3040, Washington, DC 20020
Phone: (202) 673-6833
Fax: (202) 671-0642
TTY: (202) 673-6833
Email: [email protected]