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Why is there a recycling ordinance?
Construction and demolition (C&D) debris represents as much as 20 percent of all Glendale waste. Over half of this material can be recycled at relatively low cost, conserving natural resources and saving valuable landfill space.
In response to State-mandated waste reduction goals, and as a part of the City's ongoing efforts to reduce the landfill disposal of waste, the City adopted Ordinance No. 5478 in 2005 (Chapter 8.58 of GMC). The ordinance, which as amended by Ordinance No. 5627 in 2008, requires that the waste from certain construction and/or demolition projects be either taken to a certified mixed debris recycling facility or to a recycler that will divert all the accepted waste such as concrete, metal, etc.) from a landfill.
When a demolition or construction permit is requested, and the project falls under the "Covered Project" criteria, the applicant will receive a CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION WASTE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING PLAN APPLICATION FORM that must be completed and approved prior to permits being issued.
What projects are covered?
- Construction or demolition projects with a valuation of $100,000 or more
- Residential additions of 1,000 sq. ft. or more
- Tenant improvements of 3,000 sq. ft. or more
- New structures of 1,000 sq. ft. or more
- Demolition of 1,000 sq. ft. or more
What do I do if my project is covered?
Follow these steps to comply with the Ordinance:
- Complete and submit a C&D Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan to the Building and Safety Division for approval prior to the issuance of permits.
- Submit a “Diversion Security Deposit” of 6% of project valuation for demolition projects, 2% of valuation for the construction of or addition to single-family homes, and 3% of project valuation for all other covered projects, with a maximum deposit of $30,000 (REFUNDABLE).
- At project completion, submit a Construction & Demolition Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan Compliance Reporting Form of actual total material recycled/diverted in order to receive your deposit refund.
What's in the Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan?
- Estimated weight of C&D debris that will be taken to recycling facilities.
- List of recycling vendors or facilities that will be accepting the material from the project.
- The estimated valuation, square footage, start date, and other details of the project.
What's in the Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan Compliance Report?
- Actual weight of C&D debris that was accepted at a certified mixed debris recycling facility or a recycler for source-separated material.
- Details as to how weights were measured, if not listed on the receipts.
CERTIFIED MIXED DEBRIS RECYCLING FACILITIES
| Recycling Facility |
Mixed Construction and
Demolition Debris Recycling Rate |
American Waste Pendleton Facility
11121 Pendleton Street
Sun Valley, CA 91352
(818) 768-1492 |
75.4% |
California Waste Services
621 W. 152nd Street
Los Angeles, CA 90247
(310) 538-5998 |
63.3% |
Community Recycling
9189 De Garmo Avenue
Sun Valley, CA 91352
(818) 767-6000 |
77.4% |
Direct Disposal
3720 Noakes St.
Los Angeles, CA 90023
(323) 262-1604 |
61.6% |
Downtown Diversion
2424 E. Olympic Blvd., Bldg. 3
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 612-5005 |
79.8% |
Construction and Demolition Recycling Inc.
(formerly IRS Demo.)
9309 Rayo Avenue
South Gate, CA 90280
(323) 357-6900
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60.50% |
Looney Bins/East Valley Diversion
11616 Sheldon Street
Sun Valley, CA 91352
(818) 252-0019 |
82.5% |
Note: It may be more cost effective to separate clean inert waste (asphalt, concrete, dirt and rock) from the remaining construction and demolition waste since there are many recycling facilities that recycle 100% of specified types of inert waste at a lower price per ton than the mixed debris recycling facilities. A list of inert waste recyclers can be obtained by contacting the Integrated Waste Management Division at 818-550-3435. The certified mixed debris recycling facilities will accept the remaining non-inert waste for recycling.
Other Resources
C&D Recycling Information
Construction Materials Recycling Assn.
LA County Business Recycling Info (including C&D)
CA Materials Exchange
LA County Materials Exchange
Recycling Program Information
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is there a required deposit?
In order to ensure compliance, a refundable Diversion Security Deposit is required so that there is sufficient incentive to take the waste to recycling facilities.
How do I get my deposit back?
Your deposit will be returned when the Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan Compliance Report is submitted and it is verified that all project waste was taken to either certified mixed debris recycling facilities or source-separated recycler.
What is acceptable as a deposit?
If cash, check or a credit card is used, the applicant will receive a Cash Diversion Security Deposit form as receipt. If an applicant wishes to use a surety bond, the bond company must use the Faithful Performance Bond form provided by the City. If an applicant wishes to pay for a certificate of deposit in the City's name in lieu of a deposit, the issuing bank must complete the Security Agreement form provided by the City.
What happens if the diversion requirements are not met?
The security deposit will be forfeited if compliance with the diversion requirements is not verified through the submission of a Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan Compliance Report within twelve months of the date of the receipt of the certificate of occupancy for the covered project.
How will I document my compliance with the project diversion requirements?
The required Compliance Report must include the original weight receipts or detailed receipts for all diverted materials.
Won't my project price increase because recycling is more costly than disposal?
Not necessarily. Inert waste recyclers charge much less than landfills and Certified Mixed Debris Recycling Facilities typically only charge about $4-6/ton more than Scholl Canyon Landfill.
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