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Trash & Recycling in Aurora, CO (2026)

4 verified trash & recycling rules for Aurora, Colorado, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Pickup Rules & Schedules

Aurora residents subscribe with licensed private haulers; trash is typically collected weekly and recycling every other week, with set-out before 7 AM on collection day.

Bin Placement Rules

Carts must be placed within 3 feet of the street curb with at least 3 feet of clearance from obstacles, and lids fully closed to prevent litter.

Bulk Item Disposal

Most Aurora haulers offer bulk item pickup by appointment for items like furniture and appliances; the city also hosts Keep Aurora Beautiful cleanup events.

Recycling Requirements

Aurora requires all licensed residential haulers to offer curbside single-stream recycling; participation is not yet mandatory for residents but is strongly encouraged.

Looking for Arapahoe County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Aurora city rules.

Trash & Recycling in Arapahoe County