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 2025 can be found below:
The Fairhaven Recycling Center operates on a seasonal schedule as follows. A valid 2025 sticker must be purchased for use. Permit MUST be placed on the inside of the windshield, lower left side or access will be denied.
| 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 AMTuesday & Thursday: 8:00 AM – 11:55 AM & 12:30 PM – 3:30 PMSaturday: 8AM – 2PM | *hours subject to change at Town’s discretion |
| Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Senior Citizens (62+ years) | $20 |
| Fairhaven Residents (under 62) | $35 |
| Commercial Vehicles | Commercial Vehicle Permit Application |
Applications
| Resident Permit Application |
| Non-Commercial Vehicle |
| Commercial Vehicle Permit Application |
| Acceptable Items & 2024 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.
What
The Town of Fairhaven Board of Health has been awarded a $28,303.00 grant from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection as part of a mattress recycling program. The program has already begun and will continue for the next five years (2024). The grant will allow for the collection and recycling of residential mattresses.
How
Residents will need to call the Board of Public Works to make an appointment as well as transport their mattress to the Board of Public Works building at 5 Arsene Street and are required to pay a $45.00 fee per mattress. Residents who cannot handle unloading their mattress must bring help to do so.
Why
The Health Department is in full understanding that the disposal of mattresses in our Town is quite difficult for our residents. Due to many circumstances, a vast majority of mattresses are left at curbside or in the yards of residential properties. We are very pleased to be awarded available grant funds that will aid in the collection and recycling of mattresses throughout the Town of Fairhaven. With the availability of grant funding, our goal is to advance recycling and waste reduction.
Contact
Please contact the Board of Public Works at (508) 979-4030 for more information.