Bin Placement Rules: Fontana vs Rialto
How do bin placement rules rules compare between Fontana, CA and Rialto, CA?
Fontana has fewer restrictions than Rialto.
Fontana, CA
San Bernardino County
Fontana residents must place carts at the curb with wheels facing the house, at least 2 feet apart, and away from vehicles, mailboxes, and fire hydrants. Store bins out of public view between pickups.
View full Fontana rules →Rialto, CA
San Bernardino County
Carts must be placed at the curb the morning of collection (or the evening before) and brought back behind the property line after pickup. Rialto Municipal Code Title 8 (Health & Sanitation) prohibits leaving carts in public view between collection days.
View full Rialto rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fontana | Rialto |
|---|---|---|
| Spacing between carts | 2 to 3 feet | - |
| Clear of obstacles | 5 feet minimum | - |
| Out of view when stored | Required | - |
| Lid must close | Yes, no overfill | - |
| Clearance | - | ≥3 ft on all sides for automated arm |
| Orientation | - | Wheels to street, handles to house |
| Excess green waste | - | Bundles ≤18 in diameter × 4 ft long |
| Prohibited fill | - | No rocks, concrete, or dirt in any cart |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Fontana FAQ
Where exactly do I put the carts?
At the curb or edge of the street, handles toward the house, and spaced apart from other objects so the automated truck arm can reach them.
Can I leave carts at the curb all week?
No. Store carts out of public view between pickups. Code enforcement may cite repeated violations.
Rialto FAQ
When can I put my cart out?
Carts may be set out the evening before your collection day and must be retrieved from the curb after pickup. Storing carts in public view between pickup days violates Title 8.
Why didn't Burrtec empty my cart?
Common reasons: less than 3 ft clearance, overloaded lid that won't close, prohibited material (rocks/concrete/dirt), or contamination. Burrtec may tag and skip the cart.
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