Iowa, It’s Illegal To Blow Your Leaves Onto The Street

It’s that time of year again — leaves are piling up in yards. While raking them may be a seasonal headache, how you dispose of those leaves in Iowa actually matters more than you might think. Some methods could get you fined if you’re not careful.

Many homeowners are unaware of the proper way to get rid of leaves, but before you dump them in the trash or set them on fire, here’s what you need to know.

Putting Leaves in the Trash Is Illegal in Iowa

It may sound like the simplest solution, but tossing your leaves into the garbage bin is against the law in Iowa. Not only could you face penalties, but your city could too.

Why is it illegal?

Landfills aren’t designed to process organic waste like leaves. Once they’re buried, they can’t decompose properly.

When mixed with trash, leaves can’t be reused or recycled.

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