Minneapolis, MN Trash & Recycling: Recycling Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Applies to
- Buildings with 2+ dwelling units
- Governing section
- City Code § 225.780
- Compliance window after notice
- 10 business days
- First-offense fine
- $100
- Fourth-offense fine
- $700
Summary
Owners of Minneapolis buildings with two or more dwelling units must provide recycling containers, separate recyclables from trash, and distribute program information to tenants at least annually.
Every owner of a building containing two (2) or more dwelling units, except owners providing for collection and recycling pursuant to section 225.600 of this Code, shall do the following to facilitate recycling activity in each such building:
(1)Provide, by contract with a licensed private collection vendor, adequate containers for all recyclable materials collected. Owners that provide their own collection and delivery of recyclable materials to a recycling facility may provide containers at their own cost. Containers shall be stored on the premises in a location that is convenient for the deposit and collection of recyclables.(2)Provide for the separation of all recyclable materials from the solid waste in their building.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 72).
Full Breakdown
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 225.780 requires every owner of a building with two or more dwelling units (unless using city collection under § 225.600) to contract with a licensed private hauler or self-haul for recyclable materials, provide adequate containers stored in a convenient on-site location, separate recyclables from solid waste, and give tenants written recycling program information at lease-signing and annually thereafter. Licensed haulers serving these buildings must also supply containers and distribute annual program information covering what materials are collected and how to prepare them.
Violations & Fines
Noncompliance draws a Director of Public Works notice with 10 business days to fix it, then escalating fines under § 225.810: $100 first offense, $200 second, $450 third, $700 for the fourth and each later offense within 12 months; each month of violation counts separately.
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