Broward County, FL Trash & Recycling: Recycling Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Applies to
- Unincorporated Broward County only
- Collection frequency
- One curbside pickup weekly
- Exemptions
- By permit from waste director
- Contaminated bins
- Hauler leaves correction notice first
- Governing sections
- Sec. 14-71 through 14-75
Summary
Unincorporated Broward County requires curbside recycling for all residential and multifamily units, with exemptions granted only by permit.
All unincorporated residential unit owners, lessees, and occupants shall be responsible for recycling the designated recyclable materials, by placing them in the recycling containers and placing them at the curb on designated recycling pickup days, as set forth in this chapter.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 72 | Administrative Code: Supplement 28).
Full Breakdown
Broward County's Mandatory Residential Recycling Ordinance (Sec. 14-71 through 14-75) requires every unincorporated residential and multifamily unit to source-separate designated recyclables and place them curbside on scheduled pickup days. The hauler provides one weekly curbside collection per unit. Owners may seek an exemption permit from the director of the Office of Integrated Waste Management by explaining an alternative recycling method; absent that permit, active solid waste service is treated as proof recyclables are being generated. This chapter applies only outside city limits: Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines and Coral Springs each run their own municipal recycling programs.
Violations & Fines
Violating the recycling ordinance is punished as provided by law under Sec. 14-75, with each day of a continuing violation charged as a separate offense. Broward Code Enforcement handles complaints in unincorporated areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this recycling rule apply in Fort Lauderdale?
Can I opt out of curbside recycling collection?
What happens if I put trash in the recycling bin?
Sources & Official References
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