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 > City of Chesapeake, Virginia > Government > City Agencies, Departments, and Offices > Departments > Public Works Department > Divisions > Waste Management Division > Refuse Containers

Refuse Containers


Automated Trash Containers

Public Works provides a free 96-gallon automated refuse container to each residence serviced by automated collection trucks. The City will collect refuse from a maximum of two trash cans per address. (See below for instructions for purchasing a second trash can.) Please note that there may be a delay in receiving your new containers as our supply may be limited at times. 

  • ONLINE REQUEST - 1st Trash Container - New Residential
    For use in requesting new trash containers for existing homes as well as newly constructed homes

2nd Trash Container

Residents who have too much waste for a single container may purchase a second container by contacting the Waste Management Office and by mailing an order form with payment to the Chesapeake Treasurer's Office. The cost of additional container with tax included is $68.90

  • 2nd Trash Container - Purchase Additional Adobe PDF - graphic icon (fill-in & print)
    Order form for 2nd 96-gallon trash container

Repairing/Replacing Trash Containers

The City will replace damaged containers under most circumstances (the resident will be responsible for paying for the replacement of a container damaged by fire). To report a damaged container, call the Chesapeake Customer Contact Center at 757-382-CITY (2489).

  • ONLINE REQUEST - Damaged Trash Container
    Use to report damaged trash cans provided by the City
*To replace a 2nd trash container free of charge, there must be proof of purchase on file with the City. Otherwise, the resident will be charged $68.90 for a replacement 2nd container.
 

Container Sizes for Senior Citizens/ADA Accommodations 

The Waste Management Division also offers 64-gallon or 35-gallon refuse containers to people who have difficulty handling the standard 96-gallon containers.  Senior citizens and ADA accommodations are available.  Call 757-382-2489 for information.

Manual Containers

Residents who live in neighborhoods with manual collection must provide their own garbage container which has to be 35-gallons or smaller and weigh no more than 60 pounds.  This requirement is for the safety of our waste management workers who must manually lift the garbage containers into a rear loader garbage truck.   

Garbage Containers City Code Specifications

  • City Code § 62-57. Containers and receptacles for garbage—Specifications.
 
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