Cheyenne and Casper apartment owners, asset managers, and on-site teams: you’re operating under two very different solid-waste and recycling frameworks. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling program is designed to align with Cheyenne City Code, Chapter 8.44 (Solid Waste) — where recycling is mandatory for all residential properties, including apartments and multiplex dwellings — while helping Casper- and Natrona County–area communities offer resident-friendly recycling access in a market where the city relies on drop-off depots rather than a universal apartment recycling mandate.
Within the City of Cheyenne, an ordinance amending Chapter 8.44 confirms that mandatory recycling is in place for all residential properties, including single family homes, apartments, multiplex dwellings, trailer courts, or any other properties that serve residential customers. Every residence must subscribe to and pay for city solid-waste service, and violations can be treated as a misdemeanor with fines up to $750 per day of continuing offense. In Casper and unincorporated Natrona County, there is no city- or county-wide apartment recycling mandate; instead, residents receive weekly trash service plus access to recycling depots located around the city, and enforcement focuses on trash-handling rules (for example, a $25 non-compliance fee when trash is not properly bagged).
- Protect NOI & Asset Value in Cheyenne: Align with Chapter 8.44’s mandatory residential recycling rules so your community isn’t exposed to misdemeanor-level fines up to $750 per day for ongoing violations.
- Resident-First Convenience in Both Markets: Doorstep collection that keeps residents out of windy, icy enclosures, reduces trips to dumpsters or depots, and supports renewals and online reputation.
- Code-Smart Design: Container layouts, labels, and service frequencies are built around Cheyenne’s Sanitation Division standards and Casper’s trash and recycling depot system, so property managers can show they’re acting in good faith with local expectations.
- Hands-Off Compliance Support: We handle hauler coordination, resident education, and documentation so your onsite team can focus on leasing, renewals, and resident experience.
At a Glance: City of Cheyenne vs. City of Casper & Natrona County
City of Cheyenne (Within City Limits)
- Mandate Type: Mandatory recycling for all residential properties (including apartments, multiplexes, and trailer courts) under Chapter 8.44 – Solid Waste.
- Applicability Threshold: Applies broadly to all residential properties that serve residents; there is no “8+ unit” threshold — apartments of any size are covered.
- Property Manager Duties: Each residence or building must subscribe to and pay for city solid-waste service; maintain approved containers; ensure residents use the city’s bi-weekly curbside recycling program correctly; keep collection areas orderly and accessible.
- Program Duties: Coordinate with Cheyenne’s Sanitation Division on cart sizes and placement; share the recycling brochure and allowed-materials list with residents; plan capacity and pickup days around the city’s recycle calendar and holiday schedule; monitor contamination to avoid extra clean-up charges.
- Key City Links: City of Cheyenne – Official Site · Sanitation Division (Trash Services) · Curbside Recycling – Residential · 2025 Solid-Waste & Recycling Fee Schedule (PDF) · Ordinance Amending Chapter 8.44 – Mandatory Residential Recycling (PDF)
City of Casper & Natrona County (Regional Context)
- Mandate Type: No city- or county-wide apartment recycling mandate. Casper relies on trash collection plus public recycling depots rather than a universal curbside recycling requirement for every apartment.
- Applicability Threshold: All residential properties must follow Casper Municipal Code Chapter 8.32 (Solid Waste Collection and Disposal) and related rules, but there is no set unit-count trigger requiring apartments to provide on-site recycling to residents.
- Program Duties: Maintain adequate trash service with properly bagged waste and cart lids closed; educate residents on how to use the city’s recycling depots; prevent overflow, wind-blown litter, and nuisance conditions around enclosures and collection points.
- Risk Profile: Non-compliance with basic trash rules (for example, not bagging waste) can result in a $25 non-compliance fee on the utility bill, and recurring nuisance conditions may be referred to Municipal Court. Offering structured valet trash & recycling can dramatically reduce violations and complaints even without a formal mandate.
- Key City & County Links: City of Casper – Official Site · Trash + Recycling – Environment & Waste · Recycle + Compost (Depot Program) · Recycling Depot Locations · Casper Municipal Code – Chapter 8.32 (Solid Waste Collection & Disposal) · Natrona County – Official Site
Laramie & Natrona County Cities & Apartment Recycling Mandates
Only the City of Cheyenne currently has a codified mandatory residential recycling framework that clearly reaches apartments and other multi-unit communities. Other municipalities in Laramie County and Natrona County operate under general solid-waste and property maintenance rules without a dedicated apartment recycling mandate, but they still expect clean, well-managed enclosures and compliant waste handling from property managers.
| City / Area | Apartment Recycling Mandate? | Notes for Owners & Property Managers |
|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne (Laramie County) | Yes – Mandatory residential recycling (includes apartments) |
Under Cheyenne City Code Chapter 8.44 and related ordinances, mandatory recycling is in place for all residential properties, including apartments, multiplex dwellings, and trailer courts. Each residence or building must subscribe to city solid-waste service, and recycling is provided through the city’s bi-weekly curbside program. Continued violations can be treated as misdemeanors with fines up to $750 per day, and containers set out in violation of code may be removed with fees assessed to the owner. Key local links: City of Cheyenne – Official Site · Chapter 8.44 Ordinance – Mandatory Recycling (PDF) |
| Albin (Laramie County) | No dedicated apartment recycling mandate |
Small town where multifamily properties (if any) are treated similarly to other commercial solid-waste customers. There is no standalone apartment recycling ordinance; expectations focus on basic solid-waste management and property appearance. Property managers can use private haulers or regional services to add resident recycling as an amenity. Key local links: Laramie County – Official Site |
| Burns (Laramie County) | No dedicated apartment recycling mandate |
Town code and county rules emphasize general solid-waste control and nuisance prevention. There is no codified requirement that apartments provide on-site recycling to residents, but clean, well-maintained enclosures are expected. Key local links: Town of Burns – Official Site |
| Pine Bluffs (Laramie County) | No dedicated apartment recycling mandate |
Pine Bluffs handles utilities and public works locally; apartments generally work through municipal or private haulers for trash, with optional recycling service. There is no multifamily recycling trigger similar to Cheyenne’s citywide mandate. Key local links: Town of Pine Bluffs – Official Site |
| Unincorporated Laramie County | No county-wide apartment recycling mandate |
Laramie County regulates some land-use and nuisance issues, but there is no county ordinance requiring apartment communities to provide on-site recycling to residents. Properties typically negotiate trash and recycling service directly with haulers and may choose valet trash & recycling to keep sites clean and “future-proof” for potential policy changes. Key local links: Laramie County – Official Site |
| Casper (Natrona County) | No – Recycling available via depots, not a universal mandate |
Casper provides weekly trash collection plus a monthly landfill pass and access to recycling depots at multiple locations. The Municipal Code (Chapter 8.32) and code-enforcement guidance require residents to bag trash and close container lids; failure to bag trash can trigger a $25 non-compliance fee. There is no ordinance that compels apartments to provide on-site recycling to residents, but offering valet trash & depot-aligned recycling greatly reduces litter and complaint risk. Key local links: City of Casper – Official Site · Residential Trash Collection & Landfill · Recycle + Compost |
| Bar Nunn (Natrona County) | No dedicated apartment recycling mandate |
Suburban Natrona County community where multifamily properties typically contract for trash (and optional recycling) service. There is no apartment-specific recycling code; compliance focuses on container management, nuisance control, and alignment with Natrona County and Casper regional disposal infrastructure. Key local links: Town of Bar Nunn – Official Site |
| Mills (Natrona County) | No dedicated apartment recycling mandate |
The City of Mills manages water and sanitation services locally, but does not have a codified apartment recycling mandate. Apartments work with municipal or private providers for trash and optional recycling. Keeping enclosures clean and lids closed is the primary enforcement focus. Key local links: City of Mills – Official Site |
| Evansville (Natrona County) | No dedicated apartment recycling mandate |
Evansville code and services emphasize safe, efficient public works and trash management. Recycling access for residents is typically arranged through regional haulers or depots rather than a mandate that every apartment community provide on-site recycling. Key local links: Town of Evansville – Official Site |
| Midwest & Edgerton (Natrona County) | No dedicated apartment recycling mandate |
Small oilfield towns north of Casper. Solid-waste expectations are driven by local ordinances and Natrona County infrastructure; apartments (where they exist) are treated like other commercial customers, with optional recycling service available via haulers and regional programs. Key local links: Natrona County – Midwest & Edgerton Overview |
| Unincorporated Natrona County | No county-wide apartment recycling mandate |
Natrona County manages regional solid-waste and landfill infrastructure, but does not impose a county-level apartment recycling mandate. Properties rely on hauler contracts and access to the Casper Regional Solid Waste Facility and recycling depots. Well-designed valet trash & recycling programs can keep communities in line with nuisance and environmental expectations even as policies evolve. Key local links: Natrona County – Official Site |
Cheyenne & Casper Fines & Penalties Snapshot
- Cheyenne – Misdemeanor-Level Penalties: Under Chapter 8.44 (Solid Waste) and its 2024 ordinance update, violations of key solid-waste and mandatory recycling provisions can be prosecuted as misdemeanors with fines up to $750 per offense. Each day a violation continues may be treated as a separate offense, quickly compounding the risk for non-compliant properties.
- Cheyenne – Container Removal & Fees: The 2025 solid-waste fee schedule authorizes the city to remove containers and contents placed within city limits in violation of Chapter 8.44 and assess an appropriate fee to the owner. This adds a direct cost for ignoring city rules on how and where containers are set out.
- Casper – Non-Compliance Fee for Trash Handling: Casper’s code-enforcement guidance for litter and trash requires residents to bag waste and secure bags before placing them in containers. Failure to bag trash may result in a $25 non-compliance fee on the customer’s account, even though recycling itself is not mandated.
- Casper – Nuisance & Property Conditions: Persistent problems such as overflowing containers, scattered trash, or improper use of landfill passes can trigger additional nuisance violations and potential Municipal Court action. Apartment communities that centralize trash and recycling via valet service tend to see fewer complaints and enforcement visits.
- Risk Management Tip for Both Markets: Build an “inspection-ready” binder or digital folder: hauler or city service agreements, route and service logs, photos of container areas, resident recycling guides, and any contamination or warning notices. Property managers who can show documented, resident-focused efforts to manage waste and recycling are in a stronger position if a notice of violation or complaint arises.
Cheyenne & Casper Multifamily Recycling Compliance Checklist
| Task | Action / Requirement | Helpful Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ Confirm Jurisdiction & Code Framework | Pin down whether your community is inside the City of Cheyenne, inside the City of Casper, or in an unincorporated area of Laramie or Natrona County. In Cheyenne, mandatory residential recycling under Chapter 8.44 applies to apartments of all sizes. In Casper and county areas, requirements focus on trash handling, while recycling is offered through depots and optional service. | City of Cheyenne · City of Casper · Laramie County · Natrona County |
| ☑ Align Service with Local Standards | In Cheyenne, ensure every residential building is subscribed to the city’s solid-waste service and that residents have access to the bi-weekly curbside recycling cart with the correct size and set-out location. In Casper, confirm weekly trash collection is sufficient for building density and that residents know where and how to use the recycling depots. | Cheyenne Sanitation Division · Casper Trash Collection & Landfill |
| ☑ Design Container Layouts & Valet Routes | For Cheyenne communities, place recycling and trash containers where residents can safely and conveniently use them, minimizing wind exposure and contamination. For Casper-area properties, design valet trash & recycling pickup points that feed into either on-site dumpsters or coordinated depot drops, reducing loose bags and illegal dumping. | Cheyenne Curbside Recycling · Casper Recycling Depot Locations |
| ☑ Educate Residents on “What Goes Where” | Provide a simple resident guide at move-in and through periodic reminders: what belongs in the recycling cart (Cheyenne) or at recycling depots (Casper), how to bag trash, and where to place bags for valet pickup. This keeps contamination down and shows inspectors that the community supports responsible resident behavior. | Cheyenne – Recycle Brochure & Calendar · Casper – Recycle + Compost |
| ☑ Monitor Fines, Fees & Notices | Track any Cheyenne code violations, fee assessments, or container removals tied to Chapter 8.44, and adjust your program before issues escalate. In Casper, watch for $25 non-compliance fees related to unbagged trash or repeated nuisance complaints, and use resident coaching plus valet service to drive those incidents to zero. | Cheyenne Council Agendas & Ordinances · Casper Environment & Waste – Policies & FAQs |
| ☑ Document Your Compliance Story | Keep digital copies of service agreements, route maps, resident notices, photos of container areas, and any correspondence with city staff. This documentation shows that the property manager is proactively safeguarding residents, complying with local rules, and using valet trash & recycling to stabilize operations. | Request a National Doorstep Compliance Review |
Need to navigate Cheyenne’s mandatory recycling rules or Casper’s depot-based system? Request a Free Compliance Audit for your Cheyenne–Casper property. We’ll review your current setup, right-size containers and service, design a resident-friendly valet trash & recycling program, and prepare the inspector-ready documentation you need to show alignment with Cheyenne Chapter 8.44 and Casper’s solid-waste and nuisance expectations.
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