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Englewood vs Fair Lawn

How do recycling requirements rules compare between Englewood, NJ and Fair Lawn, NJ?

Fair Lawn has fewer restrictions than Englewood.

Englewood, NJ

Bergen County

Some Restrictions

Englewood Chapter 364 requires every solid waste generator in the City to source-separate designated recyclables, with the Director of Public Works serving as the City's Recycling Coordinator and enforcement official.

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Fair Lawn, NJ

Bergen County

Few Restrictions

Fair Lawn requires all property owners, lessees, and occupants to separate designated recyclable materials from regular trash and bundle or containerize them for curbside pickup under Chapter 204, Article II.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactEnglewoodFair Lawn
Source SeparationRequired for all generators-
CoordinatorDPW Director-
Out-of-City WasteBanned in receptacles-
Code SourceChapter 364-
Code Chapter-Chapter 204 Article II
Who Must Comply-Owners, lessees, occupants
Required Action-Source separate recyclables
Enforced By-Recycling Coordinator

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Englewood FAQ

Is recycling mandatory in Englewood?

Yes. Chapter 364 requires every solid waste generator in the City to source-separate designated recyclable materials from regular trash for City collection.

Who is the Englewood Recycling Coordinator?

The Director of the Department of Public Works, or a designated employee, serves as the City's Recycling Coordinator and oversees enforcement of the recycling program.

Fair Lawn FAQ

Is recycling mandatory in Fair Lawn?

Yes. All residents, businesses, and institutional properties must separate designated recyclables from trash and place them out for scheduled recycling collection.

Can landlords require tenants to recycle?

Yes. Property owners and lessees are jointly responsible for compliance under Article II, and may include recycling requirements in lease agreements.

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