Berlin Announces Fall Leaf Collection Schedule: What Residents Need To Know

BERLIN, CT — Berlin residents preparing for fall yard cleanup will have three opportunities to have bagged leaves collected at the curb beginning Monday, Nov. 9.

The Berlin Department of Public Works has announced its 2026 fall leaf collection schedule, with pickups taking place on or near residents' regular trash collection days during three designated weeks.

Curbside leaf collection is scheduled for:

• Nov. 9-13
• Nov. 16-20
• Nov. 30-Dec. 4

Residents who want their leaves collected must place them in biodegradable brown paper bags and leave them at the curb on their regular trash collection day during the designated weeks.

Plastic bags are not permitted.

Leaf bags must also be kept away from automated trash containers to avoid interfering with regular garbage collection.

The town said grass clippings, other yard waste and twigs cannot be mixed with leaves.

Residents are also prohibited from raking leaves into street gutters.

According to the Public Works Department, doing so violates Berlin's anti-litter ordinance and could result in a fine.

Leaf Drop-Off Available

Residents who prefer to dispose of leaves themselves can bring them to the town's drop-off area at 19 Town Farm Lane, off Massirio Drive.

Regular drop-off hours are:

• Monday through Friday: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Saturday: 8 a.m. to noon

The town has also scheduled extended Saturday hours from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 7, 14, 21, and 28.

Residents using the drop-off area must empty all bags and containers and remove them from the site.

The transfer station will be closed Thursday, Nov. 26, and Friday, Nov. 27, in observance of Thanksgiving.

Residents should check the town's website for updated Saturday hours during the winter months.

For additional information, contact the Berlin Department of Public Works at 860-828-7022.