Newport Beach, CA Trash & Recycling: Bin Placement Rules (2026)

Under Newport Beach Municipal Code Chapter 6.04, residential waste carts must be placed at the curb or alley edge by 6:00 AM on the assigned collection day. Proper placement requires carts positioned with handles facing the house and lids fully closed. Each cart must be at least 3 feet from neighboring carts, mailboxes, utility poles, parked vehicles, and any other obstruction. Carts must not block pedestrian sidewalks, wheelchair ramps, driveways, or fire hydrants. In areas with alley collection, carts are placed inside the alley at the property line. Following collection, all carts must be returned to an approved storage location behind the front building setback by the end of the collection day. Approved storage means the cart is not visible from any public right-of-way. Properties without adequate side-yard access may request an alternative storage arrangement through the Public Works Department. Multi-family complexes use shared bin enclosures that must comply with the city's screening requirements under the zoning code. Bin enclosures must be constructed of durable materials and maintained in good repair. Cart size options include 35-gallon, 65-gallon, and 95-gallon carts for refuse and recycling.