Regional Compliance Hub: Electronics ($10 Fee), Bulk Trash & Recycling — Frederick County, MD

This regional hub is designed to keep communities compliant by directing residents to the correct, County-approved drop-off facility for items that are strictly not allowed in standard trash streams—especially electronics and bulk items. Since Frederick County’s Household Hazardous Waste program is event-based (not a daily drop-off) and apartment dumpsters commonly ban electronics and bulky waste, the Frederick County Landfill & Recycling Center (9031 Reichs Ford Road) is the County’s critical Compliance Hub. [1][2][3]

Why This Is the Best Choice

The “Electronics” Solution ($10 Fee): This is the designated County drop-off for computers, TVs, monitors, and printers. [4]

Crucial warning (how the $10 works): If you enter through the Citizens’ Convenience Center (CCC), electronics recycling is processed as a $10 flat-rate transaction per trip (credit card required; ID required). [5]

Note: Electronics are not accepted at the Recycling Drop-Off Center area—use the electronics program entrance options shown by the County. [4]

Free Recycling Drop-Off: If your apartment recycling is full or missing, you can use the County’s Recycling Drop-Off Center (separate area at this site) for core single-stream items like cardboard, cans, and glass bottles & jars, plus additional accepted categories posted by the County. [6][7]

Bulk Trash: Residents can dispose of bulky items (for example, furniture and mattresses) at the main facility; disposal transactions at the main entrance are assessed by weight with a $10 minimum tipping fee. [8]

  • Compliance Hub: Frederick County Landfill & Recycling Center (DSWR)[1]
  • Address: 9031 Reichs Ford Road, Frederick, MD[4][6]
  • Electronics: Enter via main scale house (by-weight fees) or CCC ($10 flat-rate per trip)[4][5]
  • Recycling Drop-Off Center: Free drop-off for core recyclables (and additional posted categories)[6]
  • Bulk Loads (Main Entrance): Minimum $10 tipping fee; charged by weight thereafter[8]

Electronics: Do NOT Put in Apartment Dumpsters

Compliance note: Frederick County routes electronics to its dedicated electronics recycling program—use the Landfill facility’s electronics drop-off procedures. [4]

Planning tip: The County limits recycling of TVs/monitors to 10 per calendar year per resident/business (tablets/laptops excluded). [4]

Bulk Trash + Mattresses: Fees and Annual Limit

Fee: Residential disposal at the main entrance is charged by weight with a $10 minimum tipping fee. [8]

Mattress limit: A resident may dispose of up to 6 mattresses/box springs per year at the regular residential rate; additional units are charged at the commercial rate ($28 each). [8]

Important: Mattresses/box springs are not accepted in the CCC flat-rate area—use the main facility entrance for mattresses. [5]

Hazardous Waste: The “Event” Rule (Not Daily)

The gap: Frederick County hosts Household Hazardous Waste collections as scheduled drop-off events (not a daily landfill drop-off). [3]

The solution: Hold liquid paint, pesticides, and household chemicals for the next official HHW event (often scheduled seasonally). [3][9]

Latex Paint: Not Hazardous — Dry It Out and Trash It

Best practice: Latex paint is typically handled via dry-out (for example, mix with kitty litter or sawdust) and dispose of the solidified paint per local guidance. [10]

Crucial Rights: The “10+ Unit” Recycling Mandate

The law: Maryland requires owners/managers of apartment buildings (and condo associations) to provide recycling for residents; Frederick County notes that the County does not provide collection service to multi-family properties with 10+ units because properties are expected to provide service via private arrangements. [11][12]

Your right: If your complex has 10+ units and provides only trash service (no recycling access), property management is out of compliance with the 10+ unit framework. [11][12]

Action: Report concerns to Frederick County Solid Waste & Recycling at 301-600-2960. [2]

Glass Recycling: Yes — Keep Recyclables Loose (No Bags)

Status: Frederick County accepts glass bottles and jars in single-stream recycling. [7]

Critical rule: Recyclables must be loose—no bagged recyclables. [7]

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EEAT Sources: [1] Frederick County: Recycling Information (site overview)  |  [2] City of Frederick: Recycling (County service contact 301-600-2960; no bagged recyclables)  |  [3] Frederick County: Household Hazardous Wastes (event-based HHW; next scheduled event)  |  [4] Frederick County: Electronics Recycling (entrances; limits; accepted items)  |  [5] Frederick County: Citizens’ Convenience Center (flat-rate $10 per transaction as of July 1, 2025; ID/payment rules; mattress not accepted)  |  [6] Frederick County: Drop-Off Center for Recyclable Materials (free drop-off center; hours; accepted categories)  |  [7] Frederick County: What Can I Recycle? (glass accepted; recyclables must be loose; no bags)  |  [8] Frederick County: Materials Accepted / Fees (minimum $10 tipping fee; mattress/box spring 6-per-year rule; $28 each after)  |  [9] Frederick County (PDF): HHW Event Flyer (event details; “no fee” for residents)  |  [10] County guidance example: Latex paint dry-out method (solidify with absorbent)  |  [11] Maryland Environment § 9-1711 (apartment/condo recycling requirement)  |  [12] Frederick County: Recycling at Multi-Family Properties (10+ unit properties must provide service; County does not collect)

 
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In Frederick County, recycling is mandatory for apartment and condominium communities with 10+ dwelling units under Maryland Environment Article §9-1711. The County clarifies that it does not provide collection for 10+ unit properties (these must contract service), and offers an opt-in curbside program for smaller multifamily sites with 9 or fewer units.

  • NOI & Property Value Lift: Add a visible sustainability amenity and reduce overflows/contamination.
  • Resident Convenience & Cleanliness: Doorstep recycling service improves participation and site appearance.
  • Local Alignment: Program aligns with Frederick County’s multifamily guidance and Maryland §9-1711 requirements.
  • Right-Sized Service: County does not service 10+ unit MF — properties must arrange private service; 9 or fewer units may opt into County curbside.

At a Glance: Frederick County, MD

  • Jurisdiction: Frederick County, Maryland (includes City of Frederick and incorporated towns)
  • Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling (statewide for apartments/condos)
  • Applicability Threshold:
    • Recycling: Multifamily & condos with 10+ dwelling units must provide on-site recycling (MD Env. §9-1711).
    • Service Provider: County does not collect for 10+ unit MF; contract with a private hauler. County opt-in curbside available for ≤9 units.
  • Accepted (typical): Single-stream items per County list (paper, cardboard, metal cans, plastic bottles/jugs, etc.).
  • Not Accepted: Bagged recyclables, plastic bags/film, Styrofoam, HHW, electronics (special handling programs exist).
  • References: County — Multifamily Recycling · Maryland Env. §9-1711 · County Opt-In (≤9 Units) PDF · City of Frederick — Recycling (MF treated as business) · County — What Can I Recycle?

Property Manager Compliance Checklist

Task Action / Requirement Resources / Links
☑ Provide Recycling (10+ Units) Arrange on-site recycling collection for residents; ensure convenience comparable to trash; provide instructions and access. MD Env. §9-1711
☑ Select/Contract Service County does not collect for 10+ units; contract a private hauler. City of Frederick treats MF as “business” — arrange service accordingly. City of Frederick — Recycling
☑ Opt-In (≤9 Units) Eligible small MF properties may enroll in County curbside service (System Benefit Charge applies). County Opt-In (≤9 Units) PDF
☑ Containers & Signage Provide clearly labeled, co-located containers (near trash); post bin-side signage and move-in instructions. County — Recycling Info
☑ Accepted Materials Follow County accepted materials; keep recyclables loose (no bags); avoid contamination. What Can I Recycle?
☑ Monitor & Right-Size Audit fullness and contamination monthly; adjust pickups; maintain photos/logs to document compliance. County — Multifamily Page

Frederick County — Multifamily Recycling Summary

  • ☑ Jurisdiction Type: Frederick County (with incorporated municipalities incl. City of Frederick)
  • ☑ Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling for apartments/condos via Maryland §9-1711
  • ☑ Applicability Threshold: 10+ units (must provide recycling); ≤9 units may opt-in to County curbside
  • ☑ Best Practices: Co-located containers, resident education at move-in/annually, contamination controls, documented audits
  • ☑ Local References: County Multifamily page; City of Frederick business/MF guidance; County Opt-In letter; County accepted materials list; MD Env. §9-1711 statute

Sources verified: Frederick County — Multifamily Recycling program page; County Opt-In curbside letter (≤9 units); City of Frederick recycling guidance (MF treated as business); Maryland Environment Article §9-1711; County recycling information & accepted materials pages.

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