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Trash & Recycling in Fairfax, VA (2026)

1 verified trash & recycling rules for Fairfax, Virginia, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Illegal Dumping

Illegal dumping of trash, debris, tires, or yard waste on public or private property in Fairfax City is prohibited and prosecuted under both city code and Virginia Code section 33.2-802. Violations can result in misdemeanor charges, significant fines, restitution for cleanup, and in some cases impoundment of the vehicle used. Fairfax enforces through Code Administration and the Police Department.

Trash: Illegal Dumping

Heavy Restrictions

Va. Code § 33.2-802

§ 33.2-802. Dumping trash; penalty. A. It is unlawful for any person to dump or otherwise dispose of trash, garbage, refuse, litter, a companion animal as defined in § 3.2-6500 for the purpose of disposal, or other unsightly matter on (i) public property, including a public highway, right-of-way, or property adjacent to such highway or right-of-way, or (ii) private property without the written...

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Trash & Recycling in Fairfax County