TrashRules

A field guide for
the things we leave behind.

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Clothing & textilesNew York City, New York

Clothing, shoes, and household textiles

Clean dry textiles have a DSNY drop-off route.

Clothing & textiles
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Check the conditions for your item

Confirm that your property is inside the city service area. A ZIP code alone does not establish service.

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Where it's being collected

A ZIP code alone does not confirm service. Check with NYC Department of Sanitation

Specific limits still apply. Large quantities need separate confirmation.

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The local rules

New York City

Follow the conditions that match your item and collection service. Open any rule for the full instructions and sources.

Special drop-offReviewed ruleApplies when: Are the textiles clean, dry, and odorless?: Yes, including torn or worn fabric

Bag clean, dry, odorless textiles for the DSNY East Harlem textile site.

For households · NYC DSNY household collection

Reviewed September 22, 2026

NYC Department of Sanitation: Clothing, Household Fabrics, and Accessories
TrashReviewed ruleApplies when: Are the textiles clean, dry, and odorless?: No: wet, dirty, or odorous

These textiles do not meet the site conditions. DSNY permits household textiles in trash.

For households · NYC DSNY household collection

Reviewed September 22, 2026

NYC Department of Sanitation: Clothing, Household Fabrics, and Accessories

Places & programs to check

Confirm eligibility and acceptance for your item's condition before making a trip. Listing a location does not confirm that it can take every item.