St. Louis, MO Trash & Recycling: Bin Placement Rules (2026)

The Refuse Commissioner's roll-out cart rules set exact placement and timing: carts go at or within two feet of the curb in front of the assigned dwelling, positioned so they do not block pedestrian or vehicular traffic, and never on the sidewalk unless the Commissioner directs otherwise. Corner-lot carts may go on the side street with the Commissioner's permission. Off collection days, carts must be stored out of view from the street. On the public right-of-way, carts cannot appear before 6 p.m. the evening before pickup or remain past 11 p.m. on collection day, and the loaded weight cannot exceed 100 pounds.