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Englewood vs Fort Lee

How do bin placement rules rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Fort Lee, NJ?

Englewood and Fort Lee have similar restriction levels.

Englewood, NJ

Bergen County

Few Restrictions

Englewood Chapter 364 sets standards for placement of solid waste and recycling containers at the curb, including timing, blocking sidewalks, and protecting stormwater drainage during leaf and yard set-out.

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Fort Lee, NJ

Bergen County

Few Restrictions

Fort Lee requires trash and recycling containers to be stored out of public view and set at the curb only on collection days.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactEnglewoodFort Lee
Code SourceChapter 364 Article II-
Drainage RuleNo blocking storm inlets-
Plastic BagsProhibited for leaves-
Set-OutPer ward collection day-
Storage-Behind front building line
Set-out-Evening before only
Retrieval-Same-day after pickup
Multifamily-Enclosure required

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Englewood FAQ

Can I put leaves out in plastic bags in Englewood?

No. Chapter 364 prohibits plastic bags for leaves. Outside the leaf collection window leaves must go in biodegradable paper bags at the curb.

Where should I place containers for pickup?

Place containers at the curb on your ward's collection day without interfering with traffic, sidewalks, or stormwater drainage inlets. Remove containers promptly after pickup.

Fort Lee FAQ

Where do I store my trash cans in Fort Lee?

Trash and recycling cans must be stored beside or behind your home, out of view from the street, and only brought to the curb during designated set-out windows around collection day.

Can I leave my recycling bin at the curb all week?

No. Containers left curbside between collection days are an aesthetic and sanitation violation. Bring them back to your storage area promptly after pickup is complete.

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