Residents could get fined for putting out trash cans before proper time.

A council in South Australia is currently under scrutiny for their decision to potentially fine residents $312 if they place their rubbish bins on the street too early. According to the by-laws set by the Port Adelaide Enfield Council, bins should only be placed out after 4pm the night before collection and must be taken in by midnight the following day. In defense of their actions, a spokesperson for the council has stated that issuing fines is a last resort for them.

In the past five years, the council has only given out four fines for bins being left out after repeated warnings. This may seem like a small number, but it should be noted that this was only out of 24 million bin pick-ups during that time period. The spokesperson further explained that the council receives over 200 complaints annually regarding bins being left on the streets. As a response to these complaints, the council will reach out to the residents and remind them of the by-law that requires bins to be removed from footpaths.

However, there are instances where bins are not removed and remain on the footpaths for an extended period of time. In these cases, the council will follow up with the residents to ensure that the bins are removed. If this still does not result in compliance, the council may resort to issuing fines as a final measure. It is worth noting that most Australian councils also have similar by-laws in place to ensure bins are removed within a reasonable timeframe.

The council spokesperson also emphasized the potential consequences of leaving bins on footpaths. Not only can it block the path of pedestrians, but it can also impede the movement of individuals pushing prams or using wheelchairs. In addition, this can also affect vehicle and emergency access on the streets. As a solution, the council is urging residents to be mindful of their bins and to follow the by-laws in place.

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