Travis County does not provide solid waste collection in unincorporated areas. Residents contract with private haulers (Waste Management, Republic Services, Texas Disposal Systems) for curbside service. City of Austin residents receive service through Austin Resource Recovery.
Unincorporated Travis County residents arrange private trash hauling directly. Weekly pickup is standard, with rates typically $20-35 per month for a 96-gallon cart. Collection days vary by provider and route. Texas Disposal Systems operates a major landfill in Creedmoor (southeast Travis County). Austin Resource Recovery serves City of Austin addresses with weekly trash, weekly recycling, and weekly compost collection under Austin City Code Chapter 15-6. Carts must be placed at curb by 6:30 AM on collection day and removed within 24 hours.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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