Denver property owners and community managers: simplify recycling & organics compliance while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling service aligns with the City & County of Denver’s Universal Recycling & Composting Ordinance (formerly “Waste No More”) to reduce contamination and enhance NOI — all with a turnkey program.
In Denver, recycling and organics service is mandatory for multifamily and commercial generators under the voter-approved ordinance and subsequent City implementation updates. The City details requirements on its Universal Recycling & Composting Ordinance hub and related guidance for construction & demolition (C&D), special events, and property manager duties.
- NOI & Property Value Lift: Sustainability amenities that increase retention and curb appeal.
- Resident Convenience & Cleanliness: Doorstep recycling & organics pickup reduces overflow and contamination.
- Compliance Simplified: Aligns with Denver’s code/implementation guidance for multifamily, C&D, and events.
- City Alignment: Inspector-friendly program design, signage/education, and documentation.
At a Glance: City & County of Denver Requirements
Multifamily Residential (8+ units)
- Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling + Mandatory Organics (Universal Recycling & Composting Ordinance).
- Applicability Threshold: Residential buildings with 8 or more dwelling units (phased compliance by size).
- Streams required: Trash, Recycling, and Organics available on site for tenants and staff.
- Tenant Education: Provide move-in + annual education and maintain records.
- Compliance Timeline (City presentations/updates):
- 75+ units: Jan 1, 2025
- 25–74 units: Jun 1, 2025
- 8–24 units: Jan 1, 2026
- Key City Links: Universal Recycling & Composting Ordinance · Ballot/Draft Text (Waste No More) · Property Manager Duties (explainer)
C&D Projects & Special Events
- C&D Recycling: Covered projects must separate/recycle designated materials; submittal/documentation requirements are currently paused per Sept 15, 2025 update.
- Special Events: Permitted events must provide recycling & organics (three-stream setup at collection points).
- Key City Links: Universal Recycling (C&D) — CPD · Event Waste Plan (three-stream)
Property Manager Compliance Checklist (City & County of Denver)
| Task | Action / Requirement | Resources / Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ Subscribe to Required Services | Active service agreements for trash, recycling, and organics for residents and staff (8+ units, phased by size). | Ordinance Hub |
| ☑ Minimum Streams & Access | Provide trash, recycling, organics at convenient locations equal to trash; maintain container lids, cleanliness, and signage. | Duties overview |
| ☑ Tenant Education & Records | Deliver move-in and annual education; retain service logs, signage/education records, and (if requested) a waste diversion plan. | City Guidance |
| ☑ C&D Projects (If Applicable) | Separate designated materials for recycling; note that documentation submittals are currently paused while City updates are finalized. | CPD C&D Update (Sept 15, 2025) |
| ☑ Special Events on Property | If hosting permitted events, provide three-stream collection (trash + recycling + organics) at all collection points with signage. | Event Waste Plan |
Code & Source References: Voter-approved “Waste No More” ballot language and City implementation pages.
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