Landscaping Rules in Morris County, NJ (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Morris County, New Jersey.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Morris County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Composting
Backyard composting is allowed and encouraged. The Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MCMUA) runs two vegetative-waste compost facilities and gives residents free compost and mulch, up to 2 cubic yards per year per address.
Composting and Yard Waste via Morris County MUA
Some RestrictionsMCMUA Vegetative Waste Recycling
FREE MATERIAL IS MADE AVAILABLE TO MORRIS COUNTY RESIDENTS WITH A LIMIT OF 2 CUBIC YARDS, PER YEAR, PER ADDRESS.
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