Jacksonville property owners and community managers: get ahead of future recycling rules while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling service aligns with the City of Jacksonville solid waste code and Duval County recycling goals to cut contamination and protect NOI — even though large multifamily communities currently rely on private haulers and are not yet under a dedicated citywide multifamily recycling mandate.
In Jacksonville / Duval County, most apartment communities are served by private haulers. The City states it does not provide solid waste services to multi-family complexes or commercial properties. Duval County’s recycling plan confirms multifamily and commercial recycling is not currently mandated, though Florida law pushes all counties toward higher recycling performance.
- NOI & Property Value Lift: Sustainability amenities that increase resident retention.
- Resident Convenience: Doorstep recycling reduces overflow and contamination.
- Risk Reduction: Helps avoid citations tied to illegal dumping, hazardous waste, and unsanitary enclosures.
- Inspector-Friendly: Clear signage, set-out rules, and education aligned with Jacksonville’s code expectations.
At a Glance: City of Jacksonville vs Unincorporated Duval County
City of Jacksonville
- Mandate Type: No mandatory multifamily recycling ordinance.
- Applicability Threshold: None (recycling optional for apartments).
- Who Provides Service? City serves eligible residential customers; multifamily must use private haulers.
- Duties: Prevent nuisances, illegal dumping, and hazardous waste violations under Ch. 380 / Ch. 382.
- Key Links: City Multifamily Page · Ch. 380 Solid Waste
Duval County
- Mandate Type: No county-level multifamily recycling mandate.
- Applicability Threshold: None.
- County Role: Supports Florida’s 75% recycling goal; multifamily decisions left to cities & haulers.
- Focus: Education, diversion, dumping prevention.
- Key Links: Florida DEP · Duval Recycling Plan
Fines & Penalties Snapshot – Jacksonville / Duval
- Hazardous Waste Illegal to Dispose: Municipal Code §380.209 prohibits hazardous waste in residential streams.
- Illegal Dumping & Nuisances: Code Enforcement can issue citations and daily fines; cases may go to a Special Magistrate.
- Ch. 632 Penalty Schedule: Violations may cost hundreds per incident plus liens for noncompliance.
- Florida State Fines: Local boards may impose $250/day (or more for repeat violations).
- No direct fine for “not offering recycling,” but waste violations & dumping can trigger penalties.
Property Manager Compliance Checklist – Jacksonville / Duval
| Task | Action / Requirement | Helpful Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ Confirm Service Setup | Verify if your community is City-serviced or a multifamily property requiring private haulers. | City Multifamily Page |
| ☑ Select Recycling Service | Choose a hauler offering recycling; right-size dumpsters/carts to prevent overflow. | — |
| ☑ Keep Hazardous Waste Out | Educate residents about prohibited materials; direct them to HHW drop-off sites. | HHW Page |
| ☑ Resident Education | Create rules covering set-out, contamination, bulk waste, and resident fines. | Code Compliance |
| ☑ Document & Monitor | Keep hauler contracts, service logs, and enclosure photos to reduce liability. | Ch. 380 |
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