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Louisville vs St. Matthews

How do recycling requirements rules compare between Louisville, KY and St. Matthews, KY?

Louisville, KY

Jefferson County

Some Restrictions

Louisville Metro provides curbside recycling through a single-stream program under LMCO Chapter 51. Residents receive a blue recycling cart for paper, cardboard, plastics (#1-#7), glass, and metal cans. Recycling is collected every other week. Contamination is a significant concern, and carts with prohibited items may be left uncollected with a tag explaining the violation.

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St. Matthews, KY

Jefferson County

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Key Facts Comparison

FactLouisvilleSt. Matthews
ProgramSingle-stream curbside recycling-
FrequencyEvery other week-
AcceptedPaper, cardboard, plastics #1-#7, glass, metal-
Not AcceptedPlastic bags, styrofoam, food waste-
ContainerBlue recycling cart-

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Louisville FAQ

What can I recycle in Louisville?

Louisville's single-stream program accepts paper, cardboard, plastics #1-#7, glass bottles and jars, and metal cans. Do not include plastic bags, styrofoam, or food-contaminated items.

How often is recycling collected in Louisville?

Recycling is collected every other week. Check Louisville Metro's website or call 311 for your specific recycling schedule.

St. Matthews FAQ

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