Pickup Rules & Schedules: Los Angeles vs Pasadena
How do pickup rules & schedules rules compare between Los Angeles, CA and Pasadena, CA?
Los Angeles and Pasadena have similar restriction levels.
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles County
LA Sanitation collects solid waste weekly for single-family homes on a designated day. Recycling is collected on alternating weeks. Organics (green bin) is collected weekly under SB 1383 and City Ordinance 187711. Bins must be curbside by 7 AM. Properties with 5+ units must arrange private hauling through the RecycLA franchise system.
View full Los Angeles rules →Pasadena, CA
Los Angeles County
Pasadena provides curbside trash, recycling, and green waste collection through the Public Works Department. SB 1383 requires organic waste diversion. Collection schedules vary by neighborhood.
View full Pasadena rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Los Angeles | Pasadena |
|---|---|---|
| Trash | Weekly collection by LASAN | - |
| Recycling | Alternating weeks | - |
| Organics | Weekly per SB 1383 | - |
| Multi-Family | RecycLA franchise for 5+ units | - |
| Placement | Curbside by 7 AM | - |
| Service | - | City curbside collection |
| Separation | - | Trash, recycling, green waste |
| SB 1383 | - | Organic waste diversion required |
| Department | - | Public Works |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Los Angeles FAQ
What day is my trash pickup?
Check Los Angeles public works website or call for your assigned collection day based on your address.
What if my trash was missed?
Report missed pickups to Los Angeles public works within 24 hours for a return trip.
Pasadena FAQ
What day is my trash pickup?
Check Pasadena public works website or call for your assigned collection day based on your address.
What if my trash was missed?
Report missed pickups to Pasadena public works within 24 hours for a return trip.
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