Commercial Recycling
The State of California requires recycling at all businesses and at all multi-family residential dwellings with five or more units.
Who must comply?
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All businesses, non-residential properties, multifamily properties
(with five or more units), and single-family residential properties
managed by an association or other organization.
- What are the program requirements?
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- Keep all recyclables separate from your trash. Recyclables
include mixed paper, newspaper, magazines, junk mail, cardboard, plastic
containers (#1 - #7), glass containers, and aluminum and tin cans. Please see the list of Designated Recyclable for a list of all items that must be recycled.
- Ensure that all recyclables are collected and delivered to a recycling facility by either:
- Entering into a Service Agreement with a Registered Commercial Hauler for the collection of
recyclables; or
- Self-hauling recyclables to an appropriate facility. For this option, you must complete and retain onsite a Self-Haul Recycling Form.
- Provide recycling containers inside your business.
(Contact the City for free indoor recycle bins, while supplies last.)
- Post signs describing recyclable items in areas where recyclables are collected. You can download free signage from the City.
- Educate employees and/or tenants about the program.
- Who can I hire to haul the trash and recycling from my business?
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Only Registered Commercial Haulers can collect and haul recyclables in the city of Elk Grove. View the list of commercial service providers.
- Will this requirement cost my business more money?
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Most likely, however, you may be able to save money by
reducing the amount of trash you generate. Increasing your recycling and/or reducing your waste can help to reduce the size needed for your trash dumpster or the
frequency of collection. For help reducing your waste, see our flyer,Waste Reduction Tips.
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