Carts must be placed at the curb with wheels against the curb, lids closed, and at least three feet of space between carts and from obstacles such as cars, mailboxes, and fire hydrants.
Republic Services and Fremont Environmental Services require specific cart placement for safe automated collection. Place each cart at the edge of the street with the wheels against the curb and the cart handle facing your home so the truck arm can grip the cart. Maintain at least three feet of clearance on all sides of the cart, including space from parked cars, mailboxes, utility poles, low-hanging branches, and fire hydrants. Do not block sidewalks, bike lanes, or driveways. Lids must close fully so waste does not spill; extra bags set next to the cart may not be collected. Between collection days, carts must be stored out of public view, typically in a side yard, garage, or screened enclosure, consistent with Fremont Municipal Code property maintenance standards. Carts must be removed from the curb within 24 hours after pickup.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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