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To recertify for backyard services, you must submit the Backyard Service New/Renewal Application (below) that includes a certified statement from a licensed physician which states the resident is 70+ years of age or has physical limitations that prevent the placement of garbage and recycling carts at the curb.
The deadline for re-certification in 2026 is July 31st. RE-CERTIFICATION FOR BACKYARD SERVICE IS REQUIRED ANNUALLY.
An incomplete form, missing document, and failure to recertify by the deadline will cause service delays and/or removal from backyard service.
The completed document can be submitted to DPW through either of the channels outlined below.
Fax – (404) 739-4800
Walk-in − 55 Trinity Avenue SW, Suite 4700, Atlanta, GA 30303
Mail − City of Atlanta Department of Public Works c/o DPW Customer Engagement Team, 55 Trinity Ave SW, Suite 4700, Atlanta, GA 30303
Questions? Please email pwsettlements@atlantaga.gov.
City of Atlanta trucks must be able to enter the driveway for collection, and the backyard must be accessible to DPW personnel; otherwise, backyard service cannot be provided.
SERVICE CANCELLATION: To cancel backyard service, please email your request to pwsettlements@atlantaga.gov or fax 404-546-9073. Be sure to include the resident’s name and service address, as well as the sender’s name if it differs from the resident.
