If you are new to the Back Bay, you should know about the Neighborhood Association of the Back Bay. According to their website nabbonline.com, they are a volunteer organization whose mission is to preserve and enhance the unique beauty and residential character of the neighborhood. Founded in 1955, our membership consists of about 2,000 neighbors who count on NABB for information, for advocacy and for ways to socialize with other neighbors.
Their website contains a wealth of helpful information, important contact numbers and a discussion of some of the City regulations that affect day-to-day life in the neighborhood as prepared by volunteer members.
CITY OF BOSTON INSPECTIONAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT:
BACK BAY RESIDENTIAL TRASH REGULATIONS ( next page )
Trash must be put out for collection in the alley at the rear of your own property between 6AM and 9AM on the MORNING OF THE COLLECTION DAY ONLY. Collection occurs after 9AM every Monday and Thursday (trash is picked up every holiday except Christmas). [Note: Trash pickup for the neighborhood west of Mass. Ave. is Tuesday/Friday.]
* Trash cannot be placed out for collection in paper bags or cartons. Plastic bags must be of durable 2 ply strength (no shopping bags) and be securely tied. Barrels must be returned to their normal place of storage within 12 hours.
* No trash may be placed on a neighbor’s property, at the mouth of alleys, on public sidewalks, or in barrels provided by the City for litter purposes only.
* All residents and property owners are responsible for proper placement of trash for collection and for picking up any loose or strewn trash from their property following collection.
* No trash may be put out for collection or remain out between collection days.
* Small size wood and brush clippings shall be securely tied in bundles not exceeding 20 inches in diameter. Moving/delivery boxes must be broken down and securely tied.
* No building or construction materials shall be put out for collection.
* Between collection days, if outside storage is necessary, metal or rodent-proof barrels with tight fitting lids must be used and stored on your own property.
* Dumpsters must be on private property, have tight-fitting lids, which are fully closed at all times to avoid a health hazard, and be emptied regularly.
* Non-residential institutions must comply with commercial regulations.
* These regulations will be strictly enforced and violators fined.
