Garbage Can Placement - Storage Requirements

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The Community Development Department is providing reminder courtesy notices about the requirements in the Village of Lake in the Hills Municipal Code pertaining to garbage can placement. The common goal of the Village is to uphold property values, preserve health, wellness, and safety standards, and keep the community beautiful.

A list of frequently asked questions regarding garbage cans is below.

For additional information, please view our garbage can placement document.

When can I put out my garbage cans?
Cans and special collection items can be placed at the street curb at 6:00 PM or later, on the evening preceding the scheduled pick up day.
Where can I keep my garbage cans?
When not out for collection cans may be stored:
- inside a garage or shed
- along a side wall of the home or garage
- in the rear of the property
Why can’t I keep my garbage cans in front of my house?
Keeping garbage cans in a less visible location and stored securely, helps with the beautification of neighborhoods and the preservation of property values.
Is this courtesy notice the same as getting a “ticket”?
Notices are not ticketing citations. They simply serve as a reminder of the ordinance requirements and give residents an opportunity to make any necessary adjustments. Staff prefers to deliver notices and have conversations with homeowners to answer questions about the ordinance. When a resident is not home, the notice may be left at the front door. Should it become necessary to issue an actual ticket to a property owner due to non-compliance, a ticketing citation with a fine may be issued.
Where can I get more information?
To view the full text and requirements for garbage can placement requirements, please visit our Municipal Code online at www.lith.org and review Section 13.02(D). Residents may always call our Community Development Department to discuss any concerns or questions at 847-960-7400.