Recycling Requirements: Los Angeles vs Torrance
How do recycling requirements rules compare between Los Angeles, CA and Torrance, CA?
Torrance has fewer restrictions than Los Angeles.
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles County
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.
View full Los Angeles 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 | Los Angeles | Torrance |
|---|---|---|
| Organics | Mandatory under SB 1383 | - |
| Multi-Family | Recycling required per LAMC 66.03 | 3+ units need recycling program |
| Hauler | RecycLA franchise system for 5+ units | - |
| Commercial | AB 341 recycling mandates apply | - |
| City Ordinance | 187711 | - |
| AB 341 | - | Mandatory commercial recycling |
| SB 1383 | - | Organics diversion required |
| Enforcement | - | Public Works Department |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
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.
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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