Arlington provides curbside single-stream recycling for residential customers. Recycling is encouraged but not mandatory for individual residents. Texas does not have statewide mandatory recycling laws.
Arlington's recycling program accepts paper, cardboard, glass, metal cans, and specified plastics. Single-stream means no sorting required. Contamination with non-recyclable items reduces program effectiveness. Commercial recycling is handled through private haulers. Texas does not mandate recycling at the state level.
No individual fines for failing to recycle. Contaminated recycling loads may be refused. The city focuses on education rather than penalties.
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Arlington has no city ordinance specifying installation dates, removal deadlines, or brightness limits for residential holiday light displays. Amplified outd...
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