California's mandatory recycling laws (AB 341, SB 1383) apply in unincorporated San Diego County. Residents must separate recyclables and organic waste. Businesses generating 4+ cubic yards of waste weekly must recycle. Organic waste diversion required since January 2022.
California AB 341 requires mandatory commercial recycling for businesses generating 4 or more cubic yards of waste per week. SB 1383, effective January 1, 2022, requires all residents and businesses to separate organic waste (food scraps, yard trimmings, food-soiled paper) for composting or anaerobic digestion. The County ensures franchised haulers provide recycling and organics collection. Recyclable materials include paper, cardboard, glass, metals, and plastics #1-5 and #7. Contamination (non-recyclable items in recycling bins) reduces recycling effectiveness and may result in loads being sent to landfill. CalRecycle provides statewide guidance on recycling requirements.
SB 1383 violations may result in penalties after an education and warning period. Businesses failing to recycle under AB 341 face fines from CalRecycle.
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