Notice to Residents: Roll Cart Requirements Reminder

September 18, 2025

Roll Cart Storage Requirements

FOR COLLECTION OF HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE

In accordance with the City of Covington Ordinance:

  • Roll carts may not be left at the collection site for extended periods of time
  • Roll carts must be removed promptly after collection

 

Per Covington Municipal Code 8.04.055 (Collection of household garbage - Roll cart system), Section J:

J. Location of Roll Carts. Roll cart garbage containers provided to residences by the city or its contractor shall be placed for collection in an area between sidewalk and curb, or between residential property and street pavement, or in other street-side areas approved by the city's public works department. Roll carts shall be placed at said locations no earlier than seven p.m. on the day preceding the collection day, and shall be removed from said locations within twenty-four (24) hours next following collection. No roll cart shall be placed for collection in a location that obstructs gutters, drains, walkways or streets.

 

If you should have any questions or concerns, please call 770-385-2016. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

CITY OF COVINGTON CODE ENFORCEMENT & SANITATION

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