Leaf Collection Will Begin Soon In Maplewood: What To Know For Fall 2025

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Got leaves to dispose of in Maplewood?

Each autumn, the Department of Public Works schedules four rounds of leaf pickup from residential properties located within Maplewood Township. During this time, residents are permitted to rake all of their leaves from their properties to the street – with certain restrictions.

Pickups are done on a rotating basis curbside (article continues below map):

Disposal of leaves is also permitted at the municipal Public Works Facility (359 Boyden Avenue) for the duration of the program and until the leaf pile at the facility is removed. After removal, absolutely no further leaves will be accepted at the facility, officials say.

Here are some things to keep in mind for the fall of 2025, according to a township advisory:

• We recommend residents put their leaves out the Sunday of the week of their scheduled collection.
• No leaves should be put in the street more than seven days prior to your scheduled collection week.
• No leaves should be put in the street after the Sunday of your final collection week.
• No plastic bags or branches may be mixed with the leaves. If evidence of these or other waste items are found, the leaves will not be collected.
• If the Township gets ahead of schedule, the team may come through your section early, but will also return during your scheduled week.
• Weather and equipment failures may cause a delay in the collection schedule; delays should not be more than one or two days.
• The Department of Public Works will not collect any leaves after the last scheduled week of collection. After this week, residents are solely responsible for the disposal of their leaves.

The Maplewood Environmental Advisory Committee and Maplewood Is Green also offer some suggestions for local residents:

LEAF BLOWERS – “Gas-powered leaf blowers are prohibited year-round within the township of Maplewood effective January 1, 2023. This prohibition includes all adapted uses of gas-powered leaf blowers such as for gutter cleaning or for the application of chemicals or products to treat bug or insect infestation. The code was passed in response to a review of scientific data which demonstrates that gas leaf blowers and the emissions, airborne particulates, loud noise and powerful air currents they generate negatively impact public health, daily activities and environmental sustainability in the Maplewood community. The scientific data regarding the hazards of leaf blowers can be found in the ordinance.”

SUSTAINABLE GARDENING – “Sustainable gardening practices provide an opportunity for residents to reduce emissions and noise pollution while nourishing their property with no additional expense. Rather than blowing leaves, please consider mulch-mowing, simply mowing the leaves and allowing the shredded leaves and grass clippings to fall back into the lawn. The shredded material will decompose to organically nourish the soil and turf for stronger growth. Leaves may also be placed around shrubs, trees, garden beds and backyard compost piles. These widely accepted practices, already embraced by many residents and landscaping professionals, are in keeping with Maplewood’s Environmental Advisory Committees mission and Maplewood is Green initiatives which are dedicated to helping residents achieve safe, sustainable and appealing properties.”

• See Related: Stop Collecting Leaves This Fall, NJ Advocates Say (Here’s Why)

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