Recycling Requirements: Ojai vs Simi Valley

What are Ojai's recycling requirements?

All residents must sort waste into three bins: trash, recyclables, and organics (green bin). Ojai's community values strong environmental stewardship, and compliance is expected.

Do vacation rentals need three bins?

Yes. Vacation rental hosts must provide all three bins and clear sorting instructions to guests. Failure to do so may result in conditions on the STR permit.

What about restaurant food waste?

All commercial food generators, including Ojai's restaurants, must arrange for organic waste collection under SB 1383. Contact your waste hauler for commercial organics service options.

What must I recycle in unincorporated Ventura County?

You must separate recyclables (paper, cardboard, glass, metal, plastics) into the blue bin and organic waste (food scraps, yard waste, food-soiled paper) into the green bin. This is required under California SB 1383 and AB 341.

Do I need to separate food scraps from trash?

Yes. Under SB 1383, all residents must separate organic waste including food scraps from regular trash. Place food scraps in your green organics container along with yard waste and food-soiled paper.

What happens if I don't recycle properly?

After an education and outreach period, fines of $50-$100 per violation may apply for residential properties. Contaminated recycling loads may be rejected and charged at higher trash rates. The county currently prioritizes education over penalties.