Anaheim vs Mission Viejo
How do pickup rules & schedules rules compare between Anaheim, CA and Mission Viejo, CA?
Anaheim and Mission Viejo have similar restriction levels.
Anaheim, CA
Orange County
Republic Services provides residential waste collection in Anaheim with three carts for trash, recycling, and organics. Collection schedules vary by neighborhood. AMC Chapter 10.10 governs solid waste regulations.
View full Anaheim rules →Mission Viejo, CA
Orange County
Mission Viejo provides curbside trash, recycling, and green waste collection through Ware Disposal (now Republic Services). Residential pickup is once weekly. Carts must be placed at the curb by 6:00 AM on collection day and retrieved by 8:00 PM the same day.
View full Mission Viejo rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Anaheim | Mission Viejo |
|---|---|---|
| Hauler | Republic Services | Ware Disposal (Republic Services) |
| Carts | 3 (trash/recycle/organics) | - |
| SB 1383 | Organics required | - |
| Code | AMC Ch. 10.10 | - |
| Pickup Frequency | - | Once weekly |
| Cart Out By | - | 6:00 AM collection day |
| Cart In By | - | 8:00 PM same day |
| Customer Service | - | (949) 642-1191 |
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Anaheim FAQ
Who picks up trash in Anaheim?
Republic Services provides residential collection under a city franchise. Check the city's Trash Collection Schedule Map for your pickup day.
What goes in the organics cart?
Food scraps, yard waste, and other organic materials per SB 1383. This reduces landfill waste and produces compost.
Mission Viejo FAQ
Who provides trash collection in Mission Viejo?
Ware Disposal (a Republic Services company) provides residential trash, recycling, and green waste collection under contract with the city. Call (949) 642-1191 for service questions or to schedule bulky item pickup.
What goes in the green cart?
Under California SB 1383, the green cart accepts yard waste (grass, leaves, branches) and food scraps (fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy, bread, coffee grounds). No plastic bags or pet waste.
When must carts be placed out and retrieved?
Carts must be at the curb by 6:00 AM on your collection day with handles facing the house and lids closed. They must be retrieved and stored out of public view by 8:00 PM the same day.
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