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Garden Grove vs Huntington Beach

How do bin placement rules rules compare between Garden Grove, CA and Huntington Beach, CA?

Garden Grove and Huntington Beach have similar restriction levels.

Garden Grove, CA

Orange County

Some Restrictions

Garden Grove Municipal Code Chapter 8.36 regulates solid waste container placement. Bins must be placed curbside no earlier than 5:00 PM the day before collection and retrieved by 10:00 PM on collection day. Containers must be stored out of public view when not set out for collection, behind a gate or inside a garage or side yard.

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Huntington Beach, CA

Orange County

Some Restrictions

Huntington Beach requires trash bins to be placed at the curb on collection day and returned to storage promptly after. Bins stored visible from the street outside collection periods may violate property maintenance standards.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactGarden GroveHuntington Beach
Set-Out TimeNo earlier than 5:00 PM day before-
Retrieval DeadlineBy 10:00 PM on collection day-
Cart Spacing3 feet apart, 3 feet from obstructions-
StorageOut of public view between collectionsNot visible from street
ContactRepublic Services (714) 238-3300Republic Services (714) 847-3581
Collection Day-Place at curb by collection time
After Collection-Return promptly to storage
Provider-Republic Services

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Garden Grove FAQ

When can I put my trash bins out in Garden Grove?

Bins may be placed at the curb no earlier than 5:00 PM the evening before your scheduled collection day. They must be retrieved and stored out of public view by 10:00 PM on collection day.

Where do I store my trash bins between collections?

Bins must be stored out of public view from the street per Municipal Code Section 8.36.060. Acceptable locations include behind a gate, inside a garage, or in a screened side yard area.

Can I get extra trash bins in Garden Grove?

Yes. Contact Republic Services at (714) 238-3300 to request additional carts. Extra carts are available for an additional monthly fee added to your utility bill.

Huntington Beach FAQ

When should I put out my trash bins?

Place bins at the curb by collection time on your designated day. Return them to storage not visible from the street promptly after.

Can I leave bins at the curb all week?

No. Bins stored visible from the street outside collection periods may violate property maintenance standards.

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