What can I compost?
Acceptable items include:
- Non-food items like yard trim, uncoated paper products, and compostable cutlery.
- Food items like...
Can I compost leftover cooking grease and oil?
No; cooking grease, fats, and oils are not accepted for composting. These items can be recycled at the County’s Household...
How do I compost my food scraps?
Collect food scraps in the pail; empty the kitchen pail into the green cart for collection by 6 a.m. on Monday.
Do NOT place...
What happens to my organic materials (food scraps and yard trim) once they are collected?
All organic materials are transported to the Prince George’s County Organics Composting Facility for processing. Materials are...
How is the Curbside Organics Composting Program different from backyard composting?
The County’s program accepts additional types of food waste unsuitable for backyard composting. However, residents who currently...
How do I control odors?
- Clean the green cart and pail regularly to reduce odors and avoid pests.
- Sprinkle baking soda in the cart and layer yard trim or...
How do I report a missed organics, food scraps and yard trim collection?
To report a missed Prince George’s County-provided compost collection, contact PGC311 (out of County: 301-883-4748). If your...
How can I participate?
Eligible residents who currently receive curbside County trash AND recycling collection services will receive a composting...
Do I need a permit to grade behind my yard? When is it necessary to have a Grading Permit?
Yes, a grading permit is required if you are grading more than 5,000 square feet of land or moving more than 100 cubic yards of...
Where do I go to apply for a Building or Grading Permit?
You may apply for a Building or Grading Permit at the ePermits Online Portal.