Used clothing containers in the Kitzingen district: What to do if they are overfilled?

Used clothing containers in the Kitzingen district: What to do if they are overfilled?

What to do if the used clothing container is full? This question concerns not only the citizens in the Kitzingen district, but also the authorities, especially since a new EU-wide regulation on the collection of used textiles came into force on January 1st, 2025. This regulation ensures that used textiles must be collected separately from residual and organic waste in order to enable effective reuse and recycling. mainfranken.news reports that even before this regulation came into force in the Kitzingen district, used textiles were collected in used clothing containers by non-profit organizations and commercial collectors.

In recent months, reporting on the change in the law has led to an increase in the number of donated old clothes in the containers. But that also brings problems: containers were removed from some locations, and the same thing happened in the city of Kitzingen. On January 20, 2026, the district office reported wild dumping of garbage at a former container location. Unfortunately, the discarded clothing items were no longer suitable for reuse and were therefore viewed as residual waste. Waste Management acted immediately to remove the illegal waste, with the costs passed on to the property owners.

Proper disposal of old textiles

Certainly important news for all citizens: well-cared-for old clothes can be dropped off free of charge at the recycling center in conneKT in Kitzingen. But be careful! Anyone who places non-functional clothing in or next to used clothing containers must know that this is considered illegal waste disposal and can result in a fine. The responsible use of textiles is not only a question of sustainability, but also a legal matter. Leaving clothing next to the containers is not permitted and should be avoided at all costs.

For anyone whose used clothing container is full, we recommend taking the textiles to the recycling center. The waste advice contacts are available to help you and will be happy to provide you with information about the capacities at the recycling center. The aim is for citizens to be able to dispose of their old textiles cleanly and legally. If you are unsure, it is best to contact the waste advisory service on 09321/ 928 1234 or by email abfall@kitzingen.de.

Legal regulations and compliance

The rules for the separate collection of used textiles not only have local effects, but are also anchored in federal regulations. According to the Federal Environment Ministry, the obligation to collect used textiles separately is stipulated in the Recycling Management Act and the state waste laws. Monitoring compliance with these regulations is in the hands of the municipal supervisory authority. In many municipalities, an incorrectly filled bin is initially left standing so that citizens have the opportunity to correct it. Incorrectly filled containers must also be collected separately, which incurs additional costs, and waste authorities have the power to impose fines for serious or repeated violations. bundesumweltministerium.de makes it clear that this is about a shared responsibility for everyone.

In order to protect the environment and conserve resources, correct disposal of used textiles is essential. Citizens are called upon to take an active part and show their good hand in separating things.