San Antonio vs Universal City
How do trash bin storage rules compare between San Antonio, TX and Universal City, TX?
San Antonio and Universal City have similar restriction levels.
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 →Universal City, TX
Bexar County
Trash and recycling carts must be stored out of front-yard public view between collection days. Visible carts left at the curb for extended periods can result in property maintenance citations.
View full Universal City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | San Antonio | Universal City |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Storage requirement | - | Out of front-yard view |
| Return deadline | - | 24 hours after pickup |
| Approved locations | - | Garage, side yard, behind fence |
| First offense | - | Warning with compliance deadline |
| HOA rules | - | Often stricter than city code |
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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.
Universal City FAQ
Where can I store my trash cart?
Inside the garage, along the side of the house behind a gate or fence, or anywhere not visible from the front street.
What happens if I leave my cart at the curb?
Code Enforcement can issue a warning first, then municipal court citations for repeat violations of the property maintenance code.
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