For Hanover County, VA, the rules depend entirely on whether you live in the Town of Ashland or the unincorporated county.

  • Town of Ashland: Mandatory Recycling. Your property manager is legally required (Town Code § 9.22.020) to provide a recycling station on-site.

  • Hanover County (Outside Ashland): Voluntary Recycling. Your property manager is not required to provide recycling. If they don't, you must self-haul your items to a "Convenience Center."

For most apartment residents, the Courthouse Convenience Center is the critical "Compliance Hub" because it is the only one that accepts Electronics and Mattresses year-round.

Why this is the best choice

  1. The "Electronics" Solution: You cannot throw TVs or computers in your apartment dumpster.

    • The Hub: This center has a permanent Electronics Trailer.

    • Fees: Most electronics (computers, printers) are FREE for residents.

    • TV Fee: There is a $7 charge per television (payment by check or card is typically required; verify current payment methods onsite).

  2. Mattresses (The "Transfer" Rule):

    • The Restriction: Most convenience centers (like Mechanicsville) do NOT accept mattresses.

    • The Solution: You must bring mattresses/box springs here or to the Montpelier Center. (Limit: 2 per day).

  3. One-Stop Recycling: Accepts Cardboard, Glass, Mixed Paper, and Metal Cans if your apartment lacks a bin.

Crucial Warnings: HazMat & Residency

  • The "Pesticide Gap":

    • Daily: You can drop off Motor Oil, Antifreeze, Gasoline, and Solvents (Category 1 & 2) at this center daily.

    • The Trap: You cannot drop off Pesticides, Herbicides, or Pool Chemicals daily.

    • The Solution: You must wait for a scheduled Hazardous Waste Collection Event (typically held in Spring and Fall at the Mechanicsville or Courthouse centers). Check the CVWMA website for the next date.

  • Strict Residency Rule:

    • The Badge: You MUST display a Hanover County decal or show a valid Driver’s License with a Hanover address to enter.

    • Warning: If you have an out-of-county license (e.g., Richmond City or Henrico), you will be turned away, even if you just moved into a Hanover apartment.

  • Latex Paint:

    • Status: Not hazardous.

    • Action: Dry it out (mix with kitty litter or sawdust) and throw the solidified can in your regular apartment trash. The center will not accept liquid latex paint.

 
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In the Town of Ashland, every multi-family complex must provide an on-site “opportunity to recycle” (Town Code § 9.22.020). In Hanover County (outside Ashland), we did not find a countywide ordinance that mandates recycling service by unit threshold for apartments; the County provides drop-off options and participates in the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA) programs.

  • NOI & Property Value Lift: Add a visible sustainability amenity that supports rent growth, renewals, and cleaner sites.
  • Resident Convenience & Cleanliness: Doorstep recycling reduces overflow, improves housekeeping, and lowers contamination.
  • Local Alignment: Compliant with Ashland Town Code § 9.22.020; supports Hanover County program participation and CVWMA regional planning objectives.
  • Turnkey Execution: Containers, placement, signage, resident education, and monthly right-sizing—done for you.

At a Glance: Town of Ashland & Hanover County, VA

Property Manager Compliance Checklist

Task Action / Requirement Resources / Links
☑ Ashland Multifamily Recycling Provide an on-site recycling opportunity for residents at every multi-family complex; ensure convenient access, clear labels, and regular service. Town Code § 9.22.020 · Town Program
☑ Hanover County Best Practice Implement recycling service voluntarily (if outside Ashland); provide co-located containers and resident education to meet CVWMA expectations and tenant demand. What Can Be Recycled · CVWMA
☑ Containers & Signage Use clearly labeled, color-consistent containers; place near trash to reduce contamination; add bilingual bin-side signs. Program signage (provided by National Doorstep)
☑ Education & Move-in Packets Provide move-in guides and periodic reminders; include “what goes where,” hours, contamination tips, and bulk/e-waste instructions. County Materials
☑ Right-Sizing & Monitoring Audit fullness monthly; adjust pickups and cart sizes; maintain photos/logs to document compliance and improvements. Audit worksheet (provided by National Doorstep)

Ashland & Hanover — Compliance Summary

  • ☑ Jurisdiction Type: Town of Ashland (incorporated in Hanover County); unincorporated Hanover County
  • ☑ Mandate Type: Ashland: Mandatory Recycling for multifamily (owner-provided on-site recycling opportunity). Hanover County: No explicit multifamily owner mandate located.
  • ☑ Applicability Thresholds: Ashland: “Multi-family complex” (no numeric unit threshold stated in posted section). County: None located.
  • ☑ Best Practices: Co-located containers, clear labels, resident education, and documented monthly audits.
  • ☑ Local References: Ashland Town Code § 9.22.020; Hanover County recycling pages and Solid Waste Rules; CVWMA regional plan.

Sources verified: Ashland Town Code § 9.22.020 (multifamily recycling site required); Town of Ashland trash & recycling page; Hanover County recycling pages & Solid Waste Rules; CVWMA 2024 regional plan. No additional incorporated towns in Hanover County beyond Ashland were identified.

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