Hardship Collection Services
DPW provides hardship collection services for residents who are physically unable to place or return their garbage/recycling containers.
Agency Home Responsive
Murals DC is looking for walls!
Do you own a commercial building or condo in the District? Do you want to contribute to the beautification of the nation’s capital? Apply for a free, one-of-a-kind mural from MuralsDC!
From now through May 26, DPW’s MuralsDC program is accepting walls for local, national, and international artists to paint during the 2023 summer season.
Request to apply at [email protected] or visit muralsdcproject.com and download an application today!
Featured Services
DPW collects large, bulky items by appointment from eligible residential households.
The Fort Totten Transfer Station accepts household hazardous waste and unwanted electronics.
Use our Trash and Recycling Collection Day App to find your collection day(s).
DPW issues parking tickets to vehicles that violate the District’s parking regulations.
DPW collects trash from single-family homes and apartment buildings with three or fewer units.
Solid waste collectors who operate in DC are required to register.
How to prepare your recycling
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May 25 2023
On Monday, May 29, the District Government will observe Memorial Day.
May 22 2023
During National Public Works Week, DPW Employees Are Honored With Appreciation Events
Apr 3 2023
As Paving Season Kicks Off, District on Track to Eliminate All Roads in Poor Condition by 2024
Mar 3 2023
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser, the Anacostia Business Improvement District (BID),...
Feb 22 2023
(Washington, DC) – On Thursday, February 23 at 11 am, Mayor Muriel Bowser, the Anacostia Business...
May 3 2023
Proposed Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Oversight Hearing
Testimony of
Timothy W. Spriggs
Acting Director...
Feb 23 2023
Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Performance Oversight Hearing
Testimony of Timothy W. Spriggs...
Mar 8 2022
Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Performance Oversight Testimony of Michael A. Carter Interim...
Mar 15 2021
Introduction
Good afternoon, Chairperson Cheh, members of the Council and staff. I am Christine...
Oct 29 2020
Before the Committee on Transportation and the Environment
Oct 27 2022
What/Who: The Department of Public Works (DPW), District Department of Transportation (DDOT),...
Jul 16 2022
Free family festival features city vehicles and activities for children of all ages, and adults
May 23 2018
District celebrates National Public Works Week with 3rd annual ‘Great Graffiti Wipeout....
Oct 25 2017
On Friday, City Administrator Rashad Young and leaders of the DC Snow Team will kick off the 2017-...
Jun 19 2017
“Who’s going to be on the wall?” The frequently asked question along the U street corridor of...
Jul 17 2019
With temperatures on the rise and expected to remain high throughout the day, the Department of...
Dec 13 2018
Leaf collections are slightly behind schedule in some parts of the District.
Dec 7 2018
Due to recent heavy rains and some snow, leaf collections are slightly behind schedule.
Nov 28 2018
Due to recent heavy rains and some snow, leaf collections are slightly behind schedule.
Nov 2 2018
The DC Department of Public Works and the DC Department of Transportation sent letters to...
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Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:45 pm, except District holidays
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Frank D. Reeves Municipal Center
2000 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009
Phone: (202) 673-6833
Fax: (202) 671-0642
TTY: (202) 673-6833
Email: [email protected]
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Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:45 pm, except District holidays
Connect With Us
Frank D. Reeves Municipal Center
2000 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20009
Phone: (202) 673-6833
Fax: (202) 671-0642
TTY: (202) 673-6833
Email: [email protected]
Agency Performance