Irondequoit, NY Trash & Recycling: Dumpster Rules (2026)

Section 192-20(B) of the Code of the Town of Irondequoit is titled the dumpster enclosure requirement and has four working parts. Enclosure: dumpsters are required to be enclosed as per site plan approval or in a manner approved by the Director of Community Development or his or her designee, so as to provide screening from neighboring property. Lids: they are to be closed at all times and shall not spread offensive odors or their contents to neighboring property. Pad: the dumpster pad shall be kept clean. Access: the dumpster shall remain accessible for collection at all times.

Section 192-5 defines DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE as structures utilized to enclose dumpsters in zoning districts other than single family residential districts, which tells a property owner the rule is aimed at commercial, multifamily and similar sites, not at one- and two-family lots. The section's history lists an amendment on 5-20-2025 by L.L. No. 3-2025.

The same section carries the proof-of-service duty. Under § 192-20(A) every owner of a residence, building or place of business must provide suitable and sufficient receptacles and must be able to demonstrate that the property is serviced by a refuse collector or a legal disposal facility. Failure to provide proof of refuse collection when requested by the Code Enforcement Official is a violation subject to the penalties in § 192-31. Collectors hauling for hire must hold a Town license (§ 192-6) and show vehicle identification, and § 192-8 allows open service trucks only for emergency use and for collecting bulk refuse and recyclables.

Enforcement follows § 192-30: a written violation order from the Commissioner of Public Works/Superintendent of Highways, the Director of Community Development or the Chief of Police, with not less than seven days to correct. If the owner does nothing, the Town does the work and assesses the cost as a lien on the parcel.