Live Oak vs San Antonio
How do trash bin storage rules compare between Live Oak, TX and San Antonio, TX?
Live Oak and San Antonio have similar restriction levels.
Live Oak, TX
Bexar County
Live Oak property maintenance code requires trash and recycling carts to be stored out of street view between collection days. Visible front-yard carts are a code violation subject to enforcement.
View full Live Oak rules →San Antonio, TX
Bexar County
San Antonio's solid waste ordinance (Chapter 14) and Property Maintenance Code regulate trash cart placement and storage. Carts must be placed against the curb by 7 AM on the assigned collection day. It is unlawful to park a vehicle within 3 feet of a collection container on collection day (Sec. 14-45). Residents receive brown trash carts (48/64/96 gallon options), free blue recycling carts, and free green organics carts.
View full San Antonio rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Live Oak | San Antonio |
|---|---|---|
| Storage location | Out of street view | - |
| Acceptable spots | Garage, behind fence, side yard | - |
| Lid requirement | Tight fitting | - |
| Correction period | 7-14 days typical | - |
| HOA rules | May be stricter | - |
| Code Section | - | Chapter 14 (Solid Waste); SAPMC |
| Placement | - | Curbside by 7 AM on collection day |
| Vehicle Distance | - | No parking within 3 ft of container on collection day |
| Cart Options | - | 48/64/96 gallon trash; free recycling and organics |
| Max Carts | - | Up to 3 carts each for garbage, recycling, organics |
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Live Oak FAQ
Can I store my trash cart in front of my garage?
Only if it is behind the front plane of the house or screened from street view. Most HOAs require full screening or garage storage.
What is the penalty for leaving carts at the curb all week?
First violations usually receive a warning with a 7-14 day correction period before escalating to fines in municipal court.
San Antonio FAQ
When should I put my trash out in San Antonio?
Carts must be placed against the curb by 7 AM on your assigned collection day. Trash and recycling/organics are collected on different days of the week. Contact 311 for your schedule or visit sarecycles.org.
Can I have multiple trash carts?
Yes. Residents may have up to 3 carts each for garbage, recycling, or organics. Trash cart fees range from $14.76 (48 gal) to $30.75 (96 gal) per month. Blue recycling and green organics carts are serviced free of charge.
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