Storm debris collection for residential properties is currently in progress. Sanibel residents who are safely able to do so are asked to place any storm-related debris on the public right-of-way. This area is located between the street and the sidewalk, ditch, utility pole, or easement.
How to Properly Separate Storm Debris:
- Vegetative Debris: Includes whole trees, tree stumps, branches, trunks, and other leafy materials.
- Building Demolition Debris: Consists of damaged materials from buildings, such as lumber, wallboard, glass, metal, roofing materials, tile, furniture, and fixtures.
- Appliances (White Goods): Such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, heat pumps, ovens, stoves, washing machines, dryers, and water heaters.
- Electronic Waste: Includes computers, televisions, and other office electronics.
- Household Hazardous Waste: This covers materials that are ignitable, reactive, toxic, or corrosive, like paints, cleaners, and pesticides.
Additional Guidelines:
- Only loose debris will be collected. Bagged debris should not be placed on the right-of-way, as per FEMA’s reimbursement requirements for Sanibel.
- Avoid stacking debris near low-hanging power or utility lines and ensure debris is kept at least four feet away from:
- Mailboxes
- Water meters
- Fire hydrants
- Any other above-ground utility
Important Notes:
- Debris left on the public right-of-way is eligible for pickup until further notice. If not all debris is collected in the first pass, continue to move the remaining debris to the right-of-way for future collection.
- Watch for nails and screws: As debris is cleared, nails and screws may fall onto the roadway. To avoid flat tires, residents are encouraged to collect and properly dispose of any nails or screws found in front of their homes.
Commercial properties, including condominiums, are not permitted to place debris in the public right-of-way. They must keep debris on their property for private contractors to handle.
By following these guidelines, residents help ensure a smoother and more efficient debris collection process.
