Austin Resource Recovery provides weekly curbside collection for trash, recycling, and composting for single-family residences. Trash is collected weekly in the blue-lidded cart, recycling in the green-lidded cart, and compost in the orange-lidded cart. Collection schedules vary by neighborhood and can be found on the Austin Resource Recovery website or app. Carts must be placed at the curb by 6:30 AM on collection day with lids closed and handles facing the house. Multifamily properties arrange private collection services.
Austin provides curbside trash and recycling collection in city limits through contracts with licensed waste haulers. Collection is typically weekly for household trash and bi-weekly or weekly for recycling. Residents must use county-approved containers (usually 65- or 96-gallon rolling carts). Bulk items, appliances, and electronics require separate pickup scheduling. Hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, batteries) must be taken to designated collection events or drop-off facilities. Yard waste may have separate collection schedules depending on the service area. Contact the city solid waste department for specific schedules and hauler information.
Improper disposal (illegal dumping, prohibited items in regular trash) carries fines of $100–$1,000. Illegal dumping on public or private property is a misdemeanor with fines up to $5,000.
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