Lakewood vs Torrance
How do recycling requirements rules compare between Lakewood, CA and Torrance, CA?
Lakewood and Torrance have similar restriction levels.
Lakewood, CA
Los Angeles County
Lakewood requires residential recycling of accepted materials. Contamination with non-recyclables may cause entire bins to be rejected at the curb.
View full Lakewood rules →Torrance, CA
Los Angeles County
AB 341 mandatory commercial recycling applies. Multi-family 5+ units and 3-4 units must have recycling programs. SB 1383 organics diversion required.
View full Torrance rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Lakewood | Torrance |
|---|---|---|
| Accepted | Paper, glass, aluminum, plastics | - |
| Not Accepted | Plastic bags, food waste | - |
| Enforcement | Contaminated bins skipped | Public Works Department |
| Topic | Recycling Requirements | - |
| AB 341 | - | Mandatory commercial recycling |
| Multi-Family | - | 3+ units need recycling program |
| SB 1383 | - | Organics diversion required |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Lakewood 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.
Torrance 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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