Trash & Recycling in Erie County, NY (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Erie County, New York.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Erie County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Illegal Dumping
Erie County Local Law No. 5 of 2025 makes it unlawful to dump dirt, rubble, household waste, garbage, yard waste or debris of any sort on any sidewalk, street, lot, park or other property owned by the County of Erie. A first offense draws a fine up to $500; a repeat offense can bring a fine up to $1,000, up to 15 days in jail, or both.
Illegal Dumping on County Property: Erie County
Some RestrictionsErie County Local Law No. 5 of 2025, §§ 4(A), 5(A)
It shall be unlawful for any person or for any business or corporate entity, or their agent or employee, to dump, direct the dumping of, deposit, or dispose of any dirt, sand, gravel, clay, loam, stone, rocks, rubble, building rubbish, sawdust, shavings, or commercial or household waste, refuse, ashes, manure, garbage, rubbish, yard and landscaping waste, or debris of any sort, or any other org...
Trash & Recycling by City in Erie County
1 cities in Erie County have their own trash & recycling rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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