Utica, NY Trash & Recycling: Bin Placement Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Required bag
- City blue refuse bag
- Weight limit
- 30 pounds per bag
- Single-family cap
- 10 bags per week
- Multi-family/business
- 20 bags per week
- Code
- Ch. 2-22 Solid Waste
Summary
No one may accumulate or store refuse on any Utica property in a manner or quantity not authorized by law. Garbage set out for collection must be sealed in a City blue refuse bag, securely tied and unbroken, weighing no more than 30 pounds when filled.
All garbage, rubbish and ashes set out for public collection shall be placed and sealed in a City refuse bag. The City refuse bag shall be securely tied and unbroken. The weight of the bag when filled shall not exceed 30 pounds.
Full Breakdown
City Code Chapter 2-22 (Solid Waste), Article IV (Accumulation and Storage) prohibits accumulating or storing refuse on property in unauthorized methods or quantities (§ 2-22-71). Article V governs bags and containers set out for public collection: all garbage, rubbish and ashes must be placed and sealed in a City refuse bag (the blue bag), securely tied and unbroken, and the filled bag may not exceed 30 pounds. Single-family homes may set out up to 10 City blue bags weekly; multi-family (two or more units) homes and businesses up to 20. Recyclables use the City recycling container. Empty cans and containers should be removed from the curb after collection.
Violations & Fines
Improper storage or set-out is a City Code violation; solid-waste offenses carry a fine up to $250 or up to 15 days, and repeat/derelict conditions feed the blight registries.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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