Bulky Items
To pick-up of bulky items needs to be scheduled directly with E.L. Harvey by calling 1-800-310-9111. There will be a charge invoiced to the customer of $25 (for non-freon/non- metal items) and a charge of $35 for metal and freon items. This pick-up fee will be paid directly by the resident to E. L. Harvey).
Acceptable Items:
- Couch
- Chair
- Misc. Furniture
- Lumber tied in 3-foot lengths and 2-feet wide
Will Not Accept:
- Mattress
- Box Spring
- Metal
- Electronics
- Automobile Parts
- Tires
- Batteries
- Propane Tanks
Trash and Recycling Schedule for 2026 can be found below:
The Fairhaven Recycling Center operates on a seasonal schedule as follows. A valid 2026 sticker must be purchased for use.
| Month/Season | Open Times | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| January – March | Wednesdays only: 8:15 AM – 11:55 AM Saturday: 8 AM-2 PM ( 2nd & 4th Saturday only) | *Days/times are WEATHER PERMITING |
| April – December | Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 8:00 AM – 11:55 AM Tuesday & Thursday: 8:00 AM – 11:55 AM & 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM Saturday: 8AM – 2PM | *hours subject to change at Town’s discretion |
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Senior Citizens (62+ years) | $20 |
| Fairhaven Residents (under 62) | $35 |
| Commercial Vehicles | $100-$300 + tickets $10 Each |
Applications
| Resident Permit Application |
| Commercial Vehicle Permit Application |
| Acceptable Items & 2026 Recycling Fees |
Beginning July 1, 2024, the Town of Fairhaven Board of Public Works has instituted a trash fee in the amount of $100.00 per fiscal year for each trash cart. Property owners will receive two (2) bills in the amount of $50.00 for each cart beginning November 1 st and May 1 st .
There will be abatements only for residents who qualify for 41C Property Tax Exemptions for Seniors thru the Assessors’ Office and Seniors who qualify for HUD Adjusted Income Limits for Very Low (50%) Income Limits based on all persons living in the home. There will be a “NO OPT OUT POLICY” except for the following: Property has been vacant for the entire previous year with proof by verifying that there has been no water usage at the property and carts have been returned.
Commercial properties who have a contract with a private hauler. A contract must be submitted and valid for the period of July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025 to qualify.
APPLICATIONS FOR ABATEMENTS FOR HUD SENIORS AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE BPW OFFICE. ALL ABATEMENT APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE BPW WITHIN 30 DAYS FROM BILL DATE. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Residents will need to pay for the mattress or box spring for a fee of $45.00 each in the BPW Office. You will be given a ticket to give to the Gate Attendant at the Recycle Center.
Residents must be able to unload the mattress and box spring and load it into a storage container.
Contact
Please contact the Board of Public Works at (508) 979-4030 for more information.