Can I throw away old wood & carpet in the alley?

Question

I am helping someone clean out their basement after our last big storm in the city and want to know if I can just throw all damaged wood & wet carpets in the city alley without the tenent getting a fine or anything. Thank you!

Answer 1

Seriously? If that's what your neighbours did, you're justified with poking him in the nose. IMO, they can't write tickets big enough to cover that c**p. If you can't haul it away, rent a dumpster.

Would you rather rent a dumpster or live in the dump?

Answer 2

i'm sure the homeless men and women would really appreciate used, dirty, wet carpet and wood.  

call your local refuge service and ask what the protocol is.  don't just dump your trash anywhere for god's sake.  

Answer 3

Most cities prefer that you do just that to get rid of your old wood and carpeting.  The city will have a garbage truck come around to pick it up for you.