Dumping trash on public or private land is illegal in Michigan and Ann Arbor. Waste must be contained to prevent litter; littering and illegal dumping under Michigan's NREPA is a misdemeanor, and cleanup can be billed to the responsible party.
Ann Arbor's Solid Waste Regulations require waste be properly prepared and contained inside approved containers to avoid littering, and stored so litter can't blow or attract vermin. Statewide, Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (MCL 324.8905a) prohibits littering and dumping refuse on roads, waters, and public or private property, enforced as a misdemeanor with fines. Report dumping to the city or to Washtenaw County.
Illegal dumping and littering under NREPA is a misdemeanor with escalating fines and possible cleanup-cost liability; locally, improperly handled waste won't be serviced.
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