Baltimore City property owners and community managers: simplify apartment recycling compliance while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling program aligns with Maryland Environment Article §9-1711 and Baltimore City’s Apartment Building & Condominium Recycling (ABCR) program to reduce contamination and enhance NOI — all with a turnkey solution.
In Baltimore City, recycling service is mandatory for apartment buildings and condominiums with 10+ dwelling units under state law (§9-1711). The City implements this through the ABCR program and its Solid Waste Management Plan (SWMP) requirements, including clear container labeling, convenient placement, resident education, and reporting for larger properties.
- NOI & Property Value Lift: Add a visible sustainability amenity that supports retention and ancillary income.
- Resident Convenience & Cleanliness: Doorstep recycling reduces overflow and contamination at centralized bins.
- Compliance Made Simple: We set up labeled containers, right-size service, and support required education and reporting.
- Local & State Alignment: Compatible with MD Env. §9-1711, Baltimore SWMP – Appendix F1 (ABCR), Baltimore City Code, Art. 23 (Sanitation), and City ABCR Program Announcement.
At a Glance: Baltimore City, MD
- Jurisdiction: City of Baltimore, Maryland
- Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling for apartments/condos (ABCR program implementing MD §9-1711).
- Applicability Threshold:
- Recycling: Required for apartment buildings & condominiums with 10 or more dwelling units (MD §9-1711).
- Site Requirements: Provide clearly labeled recycling containers, placed conveniently (often adjacent to trash/chutes), with regular collection by a licensed hauler.
- Reporting: Annual recycling report due for properties with 101+ units; <100 units report upon request by the Office of Waste Diversion.
- Accepted (typical): Paper, cardboard, metal cans, plastic bottles/jugs (#1–#2). (Confirm specifics with your hauler.)
- Not Accepted: Plastic bags/film, Styrofoam, HHW, e-waste, bulky items (special handling required).
- References: MD Env. §9-1711 · SWMP Appendix F1 (ABCR) · Baltimore City Code Art. 23 · ABCR Press Release
Property Manager Compliance Checklist
| Task | Action / Requirement | Resources / Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ Provide Recycling Service | If your property has 10+ dwelling units, you must provide ongoing recycling collection and removal for residents. | MD §9-1711 |
| ☑ Containers & Labeling | Place clearly labeled recycling containers that are accessible and typically co-located with trash/chutes; keep areas clean and unobstructed. | SWMP – Appendix F1 |
| ☑ Education & Outreach | Provide move-in materials and ongoing resident education (signage/flyers) on what goes in the recycling bin to reduce contamination. | SWMP – Appendix F1 |
| ☑ Hauler & Destination | Use a licensed hauler and ensure recyclables are transported to a legal recycling facility; maintain service schedules to prevent overflow. | SWMP – Appendix F1 |
| ☑ Reporting (if applicable) | For 101+ units, submit an annual recycling report (due Feb 1). For <100 units, submit within 60 days when requested by the City. | SWMP – Appendix F1 |
| ☑ Recordkeeping & Inspections | Keep service logs, contamination photos, signage examples, and outreach records to demonstrate compliance during inspections. | City Code Art. 23 |
| ☑ Penalties Awareness | State civil penalties up to $50/day for §9-1711 violations; City sanitation violations carry fines per Art. 23 §2-6 (each day a separate offense). | MD §9-1711(d) · Art. 23 §2-6 |
Baltimore City — Compliance Summary
- ☑ Jurisdiction Type: City of Baltimore, Maryland
- ☑ Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling for apartments/condos (ABCR program; MD §9-1711)
- ☑ Applicability Threshold: Properties with 10+ dwelling units
- ☑ Core Requirements: Service provision, labeled/co-located containers, resident education, proper hauling, required reporting
- ☑ Enforcement: State civil penalties (up to $50/day) and City sanitation penalties (Art. 23)
- ☑ Local References: SWMP Appendix F1 (ABCR), City Code Art. 23, ABCR program materials
Sources verified: Maryland Environment Article §9-1711; Baltimore City Solid Waste Management Plan – Appendix F1 (ABCR); Baltimore City Code Article 23 (Sanitation); City ABCR program materials.
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