DeKalb County property owners and community managers (Brookhaven, Dunwoody, Stonecrest, Stone Mountain): simplify solid-waste compliance while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling service aligns with DeKalb County Code Chapter 22 (Solid Waste) container/collection standards and common city site requirements (e.g., screened enclosures) — all with a turnkey program.
In DeKalb County, multifamily properties must comply with solid-waste container, placement, and service standards under County law. As of 2025, the County also adopted new dumpster requirements for multi-family properties (sizing, screening, placement, frequency). While there is no codified countywide rule explicitly mandating recycling for apartments, most cities rely on DeKalb County Sanitation for service, and city codes often require properly screened/located refuse & recycling enclosures. Offering onsite recycling remains a best practice and positions your assets for future requirements.
- NOI & Asset Value: Raise retention and marketability with a visible sustainability amenity.
- Resident Convenience & Cleanliness: Doorstep recycling service reduces overflow and contamination at centralized enclosures.
- Design & Site Compliance: Enclosures sized, screened, and sited to satisfy County/city standards (e.g., Dunwoody screening rules; County dumpster standards).
- County & City Alignment: Compatible with DeKalb County Code — Ch. 22, DeKalb — Residential Recycling, DeKalb Sanitation, Brookhaven — Recycling Info, Dunwoody — Sanitation (DeKalb), Stonecrest — City, Stone Mountain — Sanitation.
At a Glance: DeKalb County, GA (Brookhaven • Dunwoody • Stonecrest • Stone Mountain)
- Jurisdiction: DeKalb County, Georgia (County solid-waste code applies; many cities receive service from DeKalb Sanitation via intergovernmental agreements)
- Mandate Type:
- Waste Management Standards — container storage, placement, collection, and nuisance controls under DeKalb County Code Chapter 22.
- New Dumpster Standards for Multifamily — County ordinance adopted 2025 (sizing, screening, placement, frequency).
- City Site Standards — e.g., Dunwoody requires screened refuse/recycling enclosures in site/zoning rules.
- Applicability Threshold:
- Countywide: Applies to multifamily properties for trash containerization/collection under Chapter 22; enforcement may extend inside cities that contract with DeKalb Sanitation (via IGA).
- Recycling: No explicit countywide apartment recycling threshold found in Chapter 22; cities generally rely on County programs. Offering onsite recycling is strongly recommended.
- Accepted (typical): Paper, cardboard, metals, plastics #1–#2 (confirm specifics with DeKalb Sanitation or your hauler).
- Not Accepted: Plastic bags/film, Styrofoam, HHW, e-waste, bulky items (special handling).
- References: DeKalb County Code — Ch. 22 · DeKalb — Recycling Program · County Multifamily Dumpster Standards (2025) · Brookhaven — Recycling · Dunwoody — Sanitation (DeKalb) · Dunwoody Code · Stonecrest — Multifamily Program · Stone Mountain — Sanitation
Property Manager Compliance Checklist (DeKalb County & Cities)
| Task | Action / Requirement | Resources / Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ County Solid-Waste Standards | Comply with container storage, placement, service, and nuisance provisions under DeKalb County Code Chapter 22. | County Code — Ch. 22 |
| ☑ Multifamily Dumpster Standards (2025) | Right-size containers; maintain screening; site for safe service; increase frequency to prevent overflow/pests. | County Announcement |
| ☑ Enclosure Design / Screening (City Rules) | Provide screened, accessible enclosures sized for trash & recycling; confirm local site standards (e.g., Dunwoody screening). | Dunwoody Code |
| ☑ Recycling Program (Best Practice) | Offer onsite recycling service; co-locate clearly labeled bins; communicate accepted materials; document participation. | DeKalb — Recycling |
| ☑ Education & Outreach | Provide move-in packets, bin signage, and periodic reminders; track contamination and coach residents. | DeKalb Sanitation |
| ☑ Service Right-Sizing & Monitoring | Audit fullness and contamination monthly; adjust container counts & pickups; maintain photo logs. | Request an Audit |
DeKalb County & Cities — Compliance Summary
- ☑ Jurisdiction Type: DeKalb County (with DeKalb Sanitation serving many cities via IGA; enforcement authority may be concurrent).
- ☑ Mandate Type: Waste Management Standards under County Chapter 22; new dumpster standards for multifamily adopted 2025; city site/screening rules.
- ☑ Applicability: Multifamily properties in DeKalb County, including Brookhaven, Dunwoody, Stonecrest, Stone Mountain (when served by DeKalb Sanitation/IGA).
- ☑ Recycling Offer: No codified countywide apartment threshold found; implement recycling as best practice and readiness for future mandates.
- ☑ Local References: County Chapter 22; DeKalb Sanitation program pages/FAQ; city codes noted above.
Sources verified: DeKalb County Code — Chapter 22 (Solid Waste); DeKalb Sanitation program & FAQ; 2025 County announcement on multifamily dumpster standards; Brookhaven recycling page; Dunwoody code (screening); Stonecrest multifamily rental program; Stone Mountain sanitation info.
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