Pickup Rules & Schedules: Long Beach vs Topanga
How do pickup rules & schedules rules compare between Long Beach, CA and Topanga, CA?
Long Beach and Topanga have similar restriction levels.
Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles County
Long Beach provides refuse collection to approximately 118,000 accounts under LBMC Ch. 8.60. Refuse collection vehicles are prohibited in residential areas between 7 PM and 7 AM. All accounts auto-enrolled in organics/recycling per SB 1383.
View full Long Beach rules →Topanga, CA
Los Angeles County
Trash collection in unincorporated LA County is organized through Garbage Disposal Districts (GDDs). Property owners in GDDs are assessed a fee on their property tax bill. Residents outside GDDs are in Open Market Areas and must contract their own service. Multiple haulers serve different districts.
View full Topanga rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Long Beach | Topanga |
|---|---|---|
| Accounts Served | ~118,000 | - |
| Collection Hours | 7 AM - 7 PM in residential | - |
| SB 1383 | Organics/recycling mandatory | Organic waste collection required |
| Code | LBMC Ch. 8.60, §8.60.370 | - |
| System | - | Garbage Disposal Districts |
| Fee | - | Assessed on property tax bill |
| Open Market | - | Contract own service |
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Long Beach FAQ
What day is my trash pickup?
Check Long Beach public works website or call for your assigned collection day based on your address.
What if my trash was missed?
Report missed pickups to Long Beach public works within 24 hours for a return trip.
Topanga FAQ
When is trash collected in unincorporated LA County?
Collection days vary by location and hauler. Check your waste hauler's website or call LA County Public Works at (626) 458-5100 to identify your Garbage Disposal District and hauler.
What goes in the green/organics bin?
Under SB 1383, food scraps, yard waste, food-soiled paper, and compostable materials go in the green bin. This is mandatory statewide as of 2022.
Can I get a larger or extra trash bin?
Yes. Contact your waste hauler to rent an additional cart. Monthly fees vary by hauler and bin size. You can also reduce waste to fit your current bin by maximizing recycling and composting.
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