Santa Clara requires trash, recycling, and organics carts to be stored out of public view on non-collection days, typically in a side yard, garage, or behind a screening fence.
Santa Clara Municipal Code requires residential waste carts to be stored out of view from the public right-of-way when not set out for collection. Typical compliant storage locations include side yards screened by a fence, rear yards, garages, or designated enclosures. Carts visible from the street on non-collection days can trigger code enforcement warnings and citations for property maintenance violations. Multi-family properties must provide trash enclosures that meet screening and drainage requirements under the zoning code. Enclosures must have solid walls at least 6 feet tall and self-closing gates. New construction and major remodels trigger trash enclosure design review. Short-term visible storage of up to 24 hours after pickup is permitted, but persistent street-side storage can result in progressive fines starting around 100 dollars. Property owners, not tenants, are typically held responsible in enforcement actions.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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