Fines begin today for NYC trash container violations under new DSNY rule

In an effort to reduce the piles of black trash bags lining city streets, New York City residents have been required since Nov. 12 to place their curbside trash in secure containers.The NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) mandate applies to all properties with one to nine residential units, including single-family homes. Under the new rule, trash must be set out in garbage pails no larger than 55 gallons, equipped with secure lids.Since the rule's implementation, residents were given a warning p