Philadelphia requires trash and recycling to be placed at the curbline directly in front of the property, with containers removed from the public right-of-way within 12 hours of collection under Phila. Code 10-717 and 10-722.
Containers must be placed at the curb in front of the generating property, not blocking sidewalks, bike lanes, fire hydrants, or ADA ramps. Bags must be tied shut and containers must have tight-fitting lids to prevent rodent access under Phila. Code 10-717. After collection, empty containers must be removed from the sidewalk and curb within 12 hours. Between collections, containers must be stored in rear yards, side yards, or other areas not visible from the public right-of-way per Phila. Property Maintenance Code 306. Corner properties must set out only on the designated primary frontage. Rowhouse residents commonly use the front pavement area immediately adjacent to the building facade.
Containers left at curb over 12 hours: $50 per Phila. Code 10-722. Obstructing sidewalk: $75 and possible Code Violation Notice. Open or uncovered containers (rodent attractant): $150 to $300 per Phila. Health Code.
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