Arlington requires bins to be placed at the curb for collection and stored out of view after pickup. Carts must not block sidewalks or traffic.
Place carts at the curb with lids closed on collection day. Maintain clearance from obstacles. Retrieve bins promptly after collection. Store carts behind the front building line or screened from street view. Bins blocking sidewalks or mailboxes are violations. Enforcement is handled by Arlington Code Compliance via Ask Arlington 311 or (817) 459-6777. Penalties and escalating fines for repeat offenses are published in the Arlington Code of Ordinances. Contact Community & Neighborhood Services at arlingtontx.gov for current rules.
Bins left at the curb or stored visibly result in code compliance notices. Blocking sidewalks is a violation.
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