Trash and recycling carts in Laredo must be placed at the curb with at least 3 feet of clearance from obstacles, vehicles, and other carts. Carts must be stored out of public view between collections, typically behind a fence or beside the house.
Laredo Code of Ordinances requires residential waste carts to be placed at the curb with the cart opening facing the street and at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides to allow the automated collection arm to grip and empty the cart. Carts cannot block sidewalks, fire hydrants, mailboxes, or drainage structures. Between collection days, carts must be stored off the public right-of-way and ideally screened from street view (side yard, garage, or behind a fence). Leaving carts permanently at the curb is a code violation. Carts damaged through normal wear are replaced free by Environmental Services; carts lost or damaged by owner negligence incur replacement fees.
Carts left at curb outside collection window or placed improperly may result in notice and fines starting around $50 per violation under the Laredo Code of Ordinances.
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