disposing furniture in center city? (appliances, refrigerators, water heater)

[Surfergirl13]

My sister lives in center city philadelphia and has to leave a couch and a bed behind. Can she leave it for the garbage men to pick up? Is there someone else she is supposed to call? I don't want her to get a fine or anything, but the stuff is not even in condition top donate after her dog ripped it messed it up. I know I have seen couches and stuff left behind in my old bldg. In old city but not sure if u are really supposed to do that.

[newmarlig]

Trash Collection

BULK ITEMS
Appliances, such as stoves, washing machines, refrigerators, hot water heaters, and furniture are considered bulk items. You may dispose of up to two (2) bulk items per collection week. Construction debris will not be picked up as bulk by The Sanitation Division because Contractors are responsible for removing their own debris.
Your bulk items will be picked up on the same day as your regular trash pick-up or 3 to 5 working days after they have been called in. They are picked up by a special crew using bulk trucks. To be assured that your bulk item is picked up, please call in advance of your collection day. You should call one day before your trash day to schedule bulk pickup. In most cases, you will have a better chance of having your bulk items picked up if you call ahead.