Curbside yard waste collection in the Town of Amherst runs from April 1 through November 30, 2026. Residents can set out grass clippings in paper lawn bags or garbage cans under 50 lbs. Small branches should be cut to 4 feet or less, tied with biodegradable string, and kept under 50 lbs.
The town does not accept sod, dirt, soil, railroad ties, or landscaping stone with yard waste. You can drop off soil and sod at 560 Smith Road (call 716‑689‑1280 for hours). For large brush or tree pickups, call the Highway Department at 716‑631‑7117 to schedule an appointment…