Abstract: A support and cover restraining device for holding refuse containers including a post with mounting brackets for attaching a plurality of refuse containers and a guide rod projecting from the top of the post for mounting support arm structure having container covers attached at opposing ends thereof. The support arm structure includes first and second support arms attached to form a bowed structure. Central openings in the respective support arms permit placement on the guide rod and provide a separation distance between the respective openings to maintain the arms in a pivotal, radial orientation with respect to the post axis. A coil spring is positioned around the guide rod and between the respective support arms to impose a downward biasing force to maintain the lids in a closed position.