Denver specifies rules for trash and recycling cart placement under DRMC Chapter 48 and Denver Solid Waste Management guidelines. Carts must be placed at designated collection points near the curb or alley and retrieved promptly after collection.
Carts must be placed within 5 feet of the curb or alley edge with handles facing the house and lid opening toward the street. Leave 3 feet of clearance between carts and other objects (mailboxes, cars, other carts). Carts may be set out no earlier than 7 PM the evening before collection and must be retrieved by 7 PM on collection day. Carts should not block sidewalks, driveways, bike lanes, or accessibility ramps. In alleys, carts must be placed adjacent to the alley edge without blocking alley traffic. When stored, carts should be behind the front building line or otherwise screened from public view.
Carts left at the curb beyond allowed times generate complaints through Denver 311. Persistent violations result in warning notices from code enforcement. Blocking sidewalks or accessibility ramps with carts can result in ADA-related complaints. Carts stored visibly in front of the house may violate property maintenance standards.
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