Glendale property owners and community managers: simplify recycling compliance while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling service aligns with the City of Glendale’s solid waste code to reduce contamination and enhance NOI — all with a turnkey program.
In Glendale, the City provides residential recycling and promotes participation through education. For multifamily, mobile home parks, and businesses, service is arranged through the City or a private hauler under Glendale City Code Ch. 18. There is no explicit citywide multifamily recycling mandate with a unit threshold; however, Arizona law requires cities to support access and competition for multifamily recycling services (A.R.S. §49-746).
- NOI & Property Value Lift: Increase ancillary income and improve retention with a proven amenity.
- Resident Convenience & Cleanliness: Doorstep pickup reduces overflow and litter, improving property appearance.
- Recycling Education & Signage: Move-in onboarding, signage, and digital resident resources included.
- Local Program Alignment: Compatible with Glendale — Recycling and City code Ch. 18 (PDF).
At a Glance: Glendale, AZ
- Jurisdiction: City of Glendale (Maricopa County, Arizona)
- Mandate Type: Education / Voluntary Offer — the City promotes recycling participation; no explicit apartment mandate with a unit trigger (Ch. 18, incl. §18-160 et seq.).
- Applicability Threshold: None specified for multifamily in code; multifamily must arrange service under §18-12(d). State framework for multifamily access / competition: A.R.S. §49-746.
- Accepted (typical): Paper/cardboard, metals, eligible plastics; glass and other materials vary by hauler (verify per contract)
- Not Accepted: Plastic bags/film; household hazardous waste; electronics (special handling); bulky items require special pickup
- Reference (City / Code): Glendale Recycling · Trash & Recycling hub · Glendale City Code Ch. 18 (PDF) · A.R.S. §49-746
Property Manager Compliance Checklist (Glendale)
| Task | Action / Requirement | Resources / Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ Service Setup | Arrange commercial recycling & trash service for apartments via City service or an approved private hauler. | City info: Trash & Recycling |
| ☑ Code Alignment | Follow Glendale City Code Ch. 18 for recycling programs and multifamily/commercial service requirements. | Ordinance PDF: §18-12(d), §18-160 et seq. |
| ☑ Containers & Enclosures | Provide clearly labeled recycling containers co-located with trash; ensure safe access and contamination controls. | Verify specs with your hauler; keep site plan on file. |
| ☑ Resident Onboarding | Include accepted materials and contamination rules in move-in packets and community portal. | City education: Recycling hub |
| ☑ Monthly Audit | Inspect enclosures for contamination/overflow; adjust signage and service frequency. | Maintain audit logs for ownership and vendor reviews. |
| ☑ Documentation | Keep hauler contract, pickup map, accepted-materials list, and education cadence on file; review annually. | Code & law: Glendale Ch. 18 · A.R.S. §49-746 |
Glendale Recycling Summary — Checklist
- ☑ Jurisdiction Type: City (Glendale municipal services + private haulers)
- ☑ Mandate Type: Education / Voluntary Offer; no explicit multifamily mandate in code (Ch. 18).
- ☑ Applicability Threshold: None specified for apartments; arrange service per §18-12(d); state framework: A.R.S. §49-746.
- ☑ Best Practices: Labeled, co-located containers; resident training; monthly checks; audit logs maintained.
Sources verified: City of Glendale Recycling; Trash & Recycling hub; Glendale City Code Ch. 18 (incl. §18-12(d) and §18-160 et seq.); and A.R.S. §49-746.
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