Illegal dumping is a problem Countywide, but the southern parts of the County provide a unique challenge due to large, unfenced properties with commingled residential and agricultural uses. The more sparsely populated areas in and around Miami-Dade’s southern agricultural regions have unfortunately captured the attention of illegal dumpers, who take advantage of the lighter population density, making it harder to catch them in the act.

The Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) is aware of this problem. However, DSWM’s funding is limited to providing services, including illegal dumping cleanup, only to fee-paying customers, such as single-family households within the Waste Collection Service Area.

The County does have some resources available to provide relief to the agricultural and the Redland communities in southern Miami-Dade.

Enforcement

The following enforcement actions are taking place regularly in Miami-Dade County.

• Known illegal dumping “Hot Spots” are patrolled weekly
• Complete patrolling of entire zones weekly
• Aggressive approach on unpermitted hauling activity and coordination of unpermitted hauling efforts with MDPD
• Track enforcement efforts in the Redland
• Identify violations on private property and refer to the Regulatory and Economic Resources Department (RER) for enforcement action

Disposal Services

DSWM can provide the following services, for a fee, to agricultural and Redland property owners:

• First, create a DSWM account; download Special Account Creation Form, then print, fill out, and return.
• Pick up bulky waste on the right-of-way at a fee of $31 per cubic yard
• Create a DSWM account first (see above or call 305-594-1630)
• Call 305-514-6668 to schedule service BEFORE placing items in the right of way
• Waste must be placed on the public right of way for pickup
• Provide rolloff container (20, 30, or 40 yards) service for vacant properties for a fee (call 305-594-1630 for fees and details)

Resources

Register for a special account