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Recycling Requirements: Inglewood vs Los Angeles

How do recycling requirements rules compare between Inglewood, CA and Los Angeles, CA?

Inglewood has fewer restrictions than Los Angeles.

Inglewood, CA

Los Angeles County

Some Restrictions

Mandatory recycling and organics separation required under SB 1383. Green cart accepts both yard waste and food scraps since May 2022. All California cities must comply with organics diversion requirements.

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Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles County

Heavy Restrictions

California SB 1383 and City Ordinance 187711 mandate organics recycling for all properties. Single-family homes use the three-cart system from LASAN. Properties with 5+ units must provide recycling under LAMC 66.03 through RecycLA franchised haulers. Contamination of recycling bins can result in service warnings. Commercial generators must also comply with AB 341 recycling mandates.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactInglewoodLos Angeles
State LawSB 1383 mandatory organics-
Green CartYard waste + food scraps-
EffectiveMay 2022-
ComplianceMandatory for all residents-
Organics-Mandatory under SB 1383
Multi-Family-Recycling required per LAMC 66.03
Hauler-RecycLA franchise system for 5+ units
Commercial-AB 341 recycling mandates apply
City Ordinance-187711

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Inglewood FAQ

What can I recycle curbside?

Paper, cardboard, glass bottles, aluminum cans, and plastics #1-#5. No plastic bags or food-soiled items.

What if my recycling bin is skipped?

Likely contaminated. Remove non-recyclables and set out on next collection day.

Los Angeles FAQ

What can I recycle curbside?

Paper, cardboard, glass bottles, aluminum cans, and plastics #1-#5. No plastic bags or food-soiled items.

What if my recycling bin is skipped?

Likely contaminated. Remove non-recyclables and set out on next collection day.

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