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

EDCO Disposal provides detailed cart placement guidelines for Vista residents. On collection day, carts must be placed at the curb or edge of the street with the handles facing the house and the arrows on the cart pointing toward the street. Lids must be fully closed — overfilled carts with open lids may not be collected. Each cart must be at least 3 feet from other carts, mailboxes, parked vehicles, utility poles, fire hydrants, and any other obstructions. Carts should be placed on a flat, level surface and not on slopes where they could roll into the street. Carts must not block sidewalks, driveways, or ADA access ramps. Between collection days, carts must be stored out of public view — behind the front building line, in a side yard, garage, or screened enclosure. Carts visible from the street between collection days may result in a code enforcement notice from the City. For properties with steep driveways or no curbside access, EDCO may offer alternative placement arrangements. Contact EDCO at (760) 745-3203 for special accommodation requests.