Port Townsend, WA Trash & Recycling: Recycling Rules (2026)

Recyclable materials for curbside collection shall be set out in approved recycling containers provided by the solid waste collection contractor.

B. The containers shall be placed at the curbside as defined in this chapter. Curbside placement of solid waste cans and bags, yard waste, and recycling containers shall not block sidewalks, driveways or on-street parking.

C. All solid waste containers are to be kept clean and free of odors by the customer or other person having charge of same.

D. Director’s Authority. Whenever the public works director or his or her designee (“director”) determines that a condition exists in violation of this chapter or any standard required to be adhered to by this chapter, or in violation of any permit issued hereunder, he or she is authorized to enforce the provisions of this chapter.

E. Chapter 1.20 PTMC Applicable. All violations of any provision of this chapter or incorporated standards, or of any permit or license issued hereunder, are declared nuisances and made subject to the administration and enforcement provisions of Chapter 1.20 PTMC, including any amendments, and including but not limited to abatement, criminal penalty, and civil penalty as set forth in Chapter 1.20 PTMC, which are incorporated by reference as if set forth herein. (Ord. 2952 § 3, 2008; Ord. 2800 § 1, 2002; Ord. 2620 § 2, 1997; Ord. 2221 § 3, 1990; Ord. 1138 § 3, 1942).