The New York Times says, “Trash Never Looked So Stylish.”
CITIBIN’s customers and neighbors agree. Rats don’t.
For too long, outdoor trash enclosures meant warping, rusting, and designs that barely improved on what they were hiding. CITIBIN was built as the alternative — a trash enclosure that brings elevated design and best-in-class materials to a category that never had them. In the words of the New York Times, "Trash Never Looked So Stylish." Aluminum construction because steel rusts. Bamboo composite cladding that's low maintenance and easy to clean. Modular add-ons include package lockers, mailboxes, and planters.
Configurable from 2 to 20 cans in Small, Medium, and Large. Clad with sustainable bamboo composite boards in 3 earth toned colors. CITIBIN is the new standard for homes, HOAs, and public spaces that expect both form and function.
Prefabricated and ready to assemble, shipping nationwide from Brooklyn. Use our nationwide installer network or go DIY — the assembly manual and video make it straightforward either way.
What is a Residential Trash Enclosure?
A residential trash enclosure is an outdoor cabinet that stores your trash and recycling bins in one place — separating waste streams, reducing clutter and making set-out day easier.
But not all enclosures are created equal. CITIBIN is the premium alternative to mainstream trash sheds. And the first to offer package lockers, mailboxes, and planters as add-ons to create a modular outdoor storage system.
With its elevated design, CITIBIN will give neighbors FOMO. And send hungry rats, squirrels, and raccoons packing.
Curb appeal for your trash and recycling
Most homes have one spot that just refuses to cooperate: the trash area. It's a contradictory eyesore in an otherwise lovely home.
And in cities like NYC — where there are no garages or driveways — trash ends up in the most visible part of the property: right at the entrance.
CITIBIN is the gold standard for architects and developers designing new homes and neighborhoods, and a unique amenity for Homeowner Associations.
Sort Trash Smarter: One Enclosure for Every Waste Stream
For homes handling trash, recycling, and compost, the jumble of trash bins can take over your outdoor space and hurt curb appeal. A unified waste enclosure helps keep each stream in its lane so set-out is smoother and sorting stays consistent.
Every community has its own rules for trash and recycling. CITIBIN enclosures support proper waste stream separation, keeping trash, recycling, and compost clearly divided and in compliance.
A favorite feature: CITIBIN signs for trash, recycling, packages, strollers, and more.
Built to Contain Waste. Designed to Deter Pests.
CITIBIN enclosures are fabricated from powder-coated sheet aluminum — bent and welded with no opportunity for rats and raccoons to breach.
Animals are opportunists. Eliminate easy access and they seek food elsewhere. Our enclosures hold waste securely between pickups.
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Modular Upgrades: Configure your own outdoor enclosure
CITIBIN’s residential enclosures go beyond hiding bins. The modular system integrates trash, recycling, packages, mail, bike and stroller parking, greenery — turning your outdoor storage area into something functional and finished.
ParcelBin: Package Locker Integration
Nearly 250,000 packages are stolen every day in the U.S. ParcelBin gives every delivery a secure, designated locker — more practical than rerouting to work, more convenient than an Amazon Locker, and bigger than most alternatives.
Mailbox Add-On
Mail and packages go together. The mailbox module pairs with ParcelBin so everything — big envelopes, small parcels, daily mail — lands in one place.
Planter Module
An unexpected feature for a trash enclosure. Planters add greenery, complement your landscaping, and create a finished look in front yards, stoops, and courtyards. Every front-of-house setup is different. CITIBIN's modular system adapts to yours.
Why We're Different
Beautiful by design
A CITIBIN enclosure is a piece of long-term outdoor furniture, rather than a short-term trash shed that you replace every few years. It’s beautiful and built-to-last.
Modular by design
Because sometimes you need exactly five bins, not two. Configure your enclosure based on the number of size of cans, with our easy configurator.
Service you'll notice
Check our Google reviews. We have real people answering the phone, provide professional and timely estimates, and stay in touch with customers from start to finish. . Our installers will even break down and haul away your existing enclosure. .
Aluminum doesn’t rust, warp, or crack
Unlike steel, wood, or plastic. We know, because we replace many dilapidated enclosures.
Trash enclosure plus package locker
CITIBIN is the first to design a trash enclosure that pairs with a package locker, which pairs with a mailbox. With its add-on modules, CITIBIN can be configured as a full service outdoor storage system.
Famous for being the trash enclosure that pizza rats hate
As featured in the New York Times, Crain’s, Bloomberg, MSNBC, Inc. Magazine, Waste Today, and more. In the words of Andy Cohen who has been a crusader against untidy trash in New York City, “CITIBIN for the win.”
FAQs for residential shoppers
What does CITIBIN make for homes?
What does CITIBIN make for homes?
Trash, recycling, and compost enclosures that hold your bins out of sight. Package lockers (ParcelBin), mailboxes, planters, and stroller and bike parking. Most modules are designed to work together, so you can configure exactly what your entryway or outdoor space needs.
What modules are available?
What modules are available?
Our residential system is modular by design. Available modules include: trash, recycling, and compost enclosures; package lockers (ParcelBin); mailboxes; planters; and stroller and bike parking. Mix and match based on your space and your needs.
Our planters deserve a specific mention: they're designed to match the bins in material and finish, so everything looks intentional together. They come in standard sizes, including very large formats that work as a divider between your property and the street — a way to add greenery and a sense of boundary at the same time.
Why would I need a CITIBIN instead of just putting out my bins?
Why would I need a CITIBIN instead of just putting out my bins?
You don't need one. But if you care how your home looks, have an entryway where bins pile up, live somewhere with containerization or wildlife rules, or have had bags torn open by rats, raccoons, or squirrels, you probably already know why a proper enclosure matters. Our customers aren't buying CITIBIN because they have to. They're buying it because they want their property to look like they thought about it.
How do I know what size to get?
How do I know what size to get?
We standardized our sizing around the three most common trash can sizes, so there's a fit for almost every customer:
- Small — fits 44-gallon cans
- Medium — fits 50–60-gallon cans
- Large — fits 65–96-gallon cans
Check your existing can size and match it to the tier. If you're not sure, contact us and we'll help you figure it out.
Do you offer installation?
Do you offer installation?
Yes. We have full-time installers in the tri-state NYC area, and a network of trained installers nationwide. Or, you can DIY install with our assembly instructions and video.
Does it keep animals out?
Does it keep animals out?
Yes. CITIBIN enclosures are designed to keep rats, squirrels, and raccoons out of your trash. The latching and enclosure design defeats the kind of foraging these animals rely on. If you're dealing with bears specifically, that's what the GrizzBin is for.
Is it hard to assemble?
Is it hard to assemble?
No. CITIBIN enclosures are ready-to-assemble kits, designed to go together without a contractor. Our instruction manual and assembly video walk you through every step. If you get stuck, our team is reachable.
Will it hold up outside year-round?
Will it hold up outside year-round?
Yes. Aluminum doesn't rust, and the powder-coat finish is designed for temperature swings, moisture, and UV exposure. Our bamboo composite panels are the same material used in outdoor decking — built for decades of outdoor life, not seasons. We designed CITIBIN to be a long-term fixture, not something you replace.
What maintenance is required?
What maintenance is required?
Minimal. Residential enclosures typically just need a periodic wipe-down or a seasonal power wash to keep them looking sharp. The materials don't require painting, sealing, or any special treatment.
What's the warranty?
What's the warranty?
Two years. If something fails under normal use within that period, contact us.
What colors and materials are available?
What colors and materials are available?
We build in two primary materials: aluminum with a powder-coated finish, and our signature bamboo composite panels. Both come in three standard colors and three standard sizes. The metal core structure stays the same across all models — what changes is the siding, and we can get creative with it: vinyl wraps, murals, home siding materials, natural wood. Ask us what's possible.
What's the price range for residential products?
What's the price range for residential products?
Residential enclosures start at $2000 and go up depending on size and configuration. We're not the cheapest option on the market. We're the one you won't have to replace in three years.
Can you dispose of our existing enclosure?
Can you dispose of our existing enclosure?
Yes. We do it all the time — we know we're replacing it with something that'll have a long life and not end up in a landfill two years from now. Ask us about disposal when you place your order.
Do you offer installation services?
Do you offer installation services?
Yes. We have a full-time installation team in the NYC area and a nationwide network of trained installers. Installation can be added to any residential order.
Can you provide references or show me installations near me?
Can you provide references or show me installations near me?
Absolutely — and we love this question. We're happy to provide references, photos of installations, and specific addresses so you can see CITIBIN products in your own neighborhood. The city is our showroom. We also have a physical showroom in Brooklyn at Industry City, and you're welcome to visit. Contact us to arrange it.
Will they fit my cans?
Will they fit my cans?
Yes! The Small model >>> 32-44 gallon trash cans. The Medium model >> 45-60 gallon cans. The large model >> 65-96 gallon cans. We also have corner bins, for constrained spaces.
Is this just for single-family homes?
Is this just for single-family homes?
No. Residential setups work for single-family, small multifamily, and property-managed Homeowner Associations.
Does this work outside major cities?
Does this work outside major cities?
Yes. The point isn’t the city—it’s the eyesore. Anywhere bins are visible is an opportunity to containerize in style.
Can I start simple and upgrade later?
Can I start simple and upgrade later?
That’s the whole idea of modularity: start with the trash enclosure, then add on parcels/mail/planters when it makes sense.
Will this help keep waste streams organized?
Will this help keep waste streams organized?
Yes. CITIBIN helps maintain clear separation for trash, recycling, and compost. Each bin is its own stream and is designated with our attractively-designed signs.
