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Jeffersontown vs Louisville

How do bin placement rules rules compare between Jeffersontown, KY and Louisville, KY?

Jeffersontown, KY

Jefferson County

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Louisville, KY

Jefferson County

Some Restrictions

Louisville Metro requires trash and recycling bins to be placed at the curb with lids closed and handles facing the house on collection day. Bins must be spaced at least 3 feet apart and 3 feet from mailboxes, utility poles, and parked vehicles. Between collection days, bins must be stored behind the front building line or screened from street view.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactJeffersontownLouisville
Placement-Curbside with lid closed, handle toward house
Spacing-3 feet between bins and obstacles
Storage-Behind front building line between pickups
Set-Out Window-No more than 24 hours before pickup
Retrieval-Within 24 hours after collection

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Jeffersontown FAQ

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Louisville FAQ

How should I position my bins on collection day?

Place bins at the curb with lids closed and handles facing your house. Keep bins at least 3 feet apart and 3 feet from mailboxes, parked cars, and utility poles.

Where do I store bins between collection days?

Bins must be stored behind the front building line or otherwise screened from public view. Leaving bins at the curb between collection days may result in a code enforcement notice.

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