To protect residents and staff against COVID-19, please make an appointment if you need to visit this Department. Alternatively, you may be able to complete your City business online. To make an appointment, please call: 427-1530.
Operating Hours
Recycling Center
Tuesday: 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM
7:45 AM – 6:15 PM (July 1, 2021 - Oct. 11, 2021)
Wednesday: 7:45 AM – 3:15 PM
Thursday: 7:45 AM - 3:15 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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DPW RESOURCES
Click on the tabs above for the various resources available to residents.
Under the "Projects" tab you will find links to the GIS map information on all projects and tabs for major projects currently underway.
Complete Streets
In addition to these, several of the street construction projects are implementing the City's Complete Streets Policy, adopted in 2013. The City has committed to “approach every transportation improvement and project phase as an opportunity to create safer, more accessible streets for all users,” and to use the best and latest design standards available. For links to more information about specific Complete Streets projects - click here.
Department of Public Works
Monday to Friday
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Recycling Center & Bulky Waste Curbside Collection Fees as of 7/1/20 |
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BULKY WASTE PICK-UP FLAT FEE = $5.00
(plus the cost of the item(s) below)
FEE PER ITEM:
$5.00 per item
Box Springs
Clothes Dryer
Clothes Washer
Dishwasher
Mattress
Propane Tank (20 lbs. or larger)
Tire
Upholstered Furniture
$10.00 per item
Cooking Range
Electronics
$20.00 per item
Refrigerator
Items containing Freon - (CFC removal)
For more information about the Portsmouth Recycling Center - click here
For more information on Bulky Waste Curbside Collection - click here
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