NYC moves ahead with rule to fine residents who don't separate yard waste from trash

New Yorkers may soon be required to separate branches, leaves and twigs from their household trash — or face fines from the city.

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Under the rule, waste would be required to be kept in a separate bag or container from household garbage for pickup by the sanitation department. It could be put on the curb together with other organic waste like food scraps, for which composting remains voluntary.

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