Auburn vs Kent
How do bin placement rules rules compare between Auburn, WA and Kent, WA?
Auburn and Kent have similar restriction levels.
Auburn, WA
King County
ACC 8.08.100 requires Auburn customers to set out solid waste containers by the scheduled start time on collection day and return them to an out-of-view storage location within a reasonable time after pickup.
View full Auburn rules →Kent, WA
King County
Kent requires garbage, recycling, and yard waste carts to be placed at the curb by 7 a.m. on collection day and returned to the property by end of day. Carts must not block sidewalks, bike lanes, or sight lines.
View full Kent rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Auburn | Kent |
|---|---|---|
| Code Reference | ACC 8.08.100 | - |
| Set-Out Time | By provider start, generally 7:00 AM | - |
| Clearance | 3 feet around cart | - |
| Storage | Out of view after pickup | - |
| Set Out | - | By 7 a.m., no earlier than 6 p.m. prior |
| Return | - | Same day, stored out of view |
| Spacing | - | 3 ft between carts |
| No Blocking | - | Sidewalks, hydrants, bike lanes |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Auburn FAQ
How soon do I need to bring my Auburn garbage cart back in?
ACC 8.08.100 requires containers be returned to their storage location within a reasonable time after collection, generally by the end of collection day, not left at the curb as a standing condition.
Can I take items out of my neighbor's recycling bin in Auburn?
No. Once materials are placed in the cart at the curb, they belong to the contracted service provider and scavenging is prohibited under ACC 8.08.100.
Kent FAQ
Can I leave my Kent trash cart at the curb all week?
No. Kent requires carts to be returned to a concealed location on your property by the end of collection day. Permanent curbside storage is a code violation under KCC 8.01.
Where should I place my cart if I have no curb?
Place the cart at the edge of your driveway near the road, wheels toward the house, so the automated arm can reach it. Keep it off sidewalks and bike lanes.
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