Lewisville, TX — Mandatory Apartment Recycling — Regional Compliance Hub: Electronics + HHW (Appointment Only) + Recyclables — Residential Convenience Center (RCC)

Status: Mandatory Recycling (multifamily rate-based). Lewisville’s solid waste rate structure includes multi-family recycling rates, which means multifamily properties are billed for recycling service—so property management should provide recycling access for residents (typically green recycling dumpsters onsite). [1]

The gap: Even if your property has recycling for paper/plastic, you still cannot place electronics or household hazardous waste (HHW) into recycling dumpsters or trash. The City directs these items to the HHW / electronics program instead. [2][3]

The Compliance Hub: Residential Convenience Center (RCC)

This is Lewisville’s main resident-facing drop-off site for electronics and HHW via the City’s program. [4]

Address: 330 Jones Street, Lewisville, TX 75057 (Lewisville Residential Convenience Center) . [4]

Construction/access note: The City has posted that access to Jones St. may be detoured during construction and is available from Kealy Ave at times—follow posted detour signs. [5]

  • Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling (rate-based requirement for multifamily accounts)
  • Applicability Threshold: Multifamily properties billed under “Multi-Family Recycling Rates” (rate schedule category)[1]
  • Residency required: You must show a valid driver’s license with a Lewisville address for HHW/electronics participation[6]

Electronics: TVs, Computers & Printers (Do Not Put These in Recycling Dumpsters)

The rule: The City’s recycling guidance states items like TVs and computers should not go in your recycling bin and should be routed through the City’s HHW/electronics program. [2]

How it works: Lewisville residents can recycle electronics locally at the RCC by appointment/monthly event (check the current signup calendar). [6]

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW): Appointment Only (Not a Daily Drive-Up)

Strict rule: Lewisville states HHW disposal is available by appointment only at the RCC. Do not assume you can drive up any day with chemicals. [4]

Examples residents ask about: pesticides, pool chemicals, and paint-related products are explicitly listed by the City as HHW that should not go in trash. [7]

Latex Paint: Not “HHW” in Many Programs — But Liquid Paint Still Can’t Go in Dumpsters

Practical rule for apartments: Even when a program treats latex paint differently than other HHW, liquid paint should not be placed in dumpsters or trash bags. If you won’t be using the RCC program, the common best practice is to dry latex paint to a solid (kitty litter/sawdust method) and then dispose in regular trash. [8][9]

If you’re unsure whether your paint is latex or oil-based: play it safe and route it through the HHW appointment program. [4]

How We Solve This For You (National Doorstep)

Compliance is operational. In Lewisville, we help property management reduce contamination and prevent “banned” items from entering dumpsters by standardizing resident routines: electronics routed to the RCC program, HHW routed by appointment only, and clear “what goes where” signage that matches Lewisville’s multifamily recycling expectations.

CTA: Request a Free Compliance Audit for your Lewisville Property

EEAT Sources: [1] City of Lewisville Ordinance PDF — Solid Waste fee schedule showing “Multi-Family Recycling Rates”  |  [2] City of Lewisville — Recycling Services (TVs/computers should not go in recycling; routed via HHW/electronics program)  |  [3] City of Lewisville — Trash Services (HHW should not be placed in trash; examples include paint/solvents/pool chemicals/pesticides/auto fluids)  |  [4] City of Lewisville — Hazardous Household Waste (HHW) (appointment-only at RCC; address)  |  [5] City of Lewisville (social post) — RCC access detours (Kealy Ave access note during construction)  |  [6] City of Lewisville — Trash & Recycling FAQs (electronics by appointment; monthly Saturday option; driver’s license requirement)  |  [7] City of Lewisville — HHW examples listed under trash guidance (paint/pool chemicals/pesticides/auto fluids)  |  [8] Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) — HHW guidance (notes BOPA materials incl. latex paint are often treated differently than HHW)  |  [9] Dallas County — Paint Tips (dry latex paint with kitty litter; dispose in regular trash once fully dried)

 
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Lewisville, TX — Mandatory Apartment Recycling — Regional Compliance Hub: Electronics + HHW (Appointment Required) + Recyclables — Residential Convenience Center (RCC)

Status: Mandatory Recycling (rate-based). Lewisville mandates a “Multi-Family Recycling Rate”—meaning your apartment community is billed for recycling service, so property management should provide recycling access for residents (commonly green recycling dumpsters onsite).

The gap: Even when your property provides recycling for paper/plastic, you still cannot place electronics or hazardous chemicals into those recycling dumpsters (or the trash). Those items must be routed through the City’s designated drop-off program.

The Compliance Hub: Residential Convenience Center (RCC)

This is Lewisville’s primary resident drop-off site for electronics, household hazardous waste (HHW) (via appointment/event), and certain recyclables.

Address: 330 W. Jones Street, Lewisville, TX 75057
Access note: Due to ongoing construction, access may be routed from Kealy Ave. Follow posted detour signs.

  • Residency required: You MUST show a valid driver’s license with a Lewisville address.
  • What this solves: A legal pathway for electronics and HHW that are banned from dumpsters and recycling bins.

Electronics (TVs, Computers, Printers): Yes — Bring Them Here

Electronics accepted: Residents can drop off TVs, computers, and printers at the RCC.

Practical apartment guidance: If it has a screen, cord, or circuit board, do not place it in your apartment dumpster—route it through the RCC.

Household Hazardous Waste (HHW): Appointment / Monthly Collection Events (Not Daily Drive-Up)

Strict rule: You generally cannot just drive up with chemicals any day. HHW is handled through specific monthly collection events or by appointment.

Examples accepted (HHW): pesticides, pool chemicals, and oil-based paint.

Action: Check the City’s current RCC HHW schedule before loading chemicals into your vehicle.

Latex Paint: Not Accepted as “Hazardous” — Dry It Out First

Status: Latex paint is not accepted as hazardous waste in this workflow.

Correct method: Dry it out completely (mix with kitty litter or another absorbent like sand/sawdust). Once it is fully solid, place the sealed can in your regular trash.

Critical warning: Liquid paint is banned from dumpsters. Never pour it into trash bags or down drains.

How We Solve This For You (National Doorstep)

Compliance is operational. In Lewisville, we help property management reduce contamination and prevent banned items from entering dumpsters by standardizing resident routines: electronics routed to the RCC, HHW routed by appointment/event only, and clear “what goes where” signage that matches Lewisville’s multifamily recycling billing structure.

CTA: Request a Free Compliance Audit for your Lewisville Property

 

The Colony, TX — Universal Recycling (Franchise) — Regional Compliance Hub: HazMat + Electronics (Limited Days) — HHW Collection Center (Behind Fire Station #2)

Status: Universal Recycling (Franchise). The Colony uses a single-hauler (Republic Services) system that includes recycling, so most apartment communities are serviced with blue recycling bins or marked recycling dumpsters.

The gap: Even if your community has recycling, you still cannot place electronics or hazardous chemicals in those bins (or in trash). This HHW Collection Center is the critical “Compliance Hub” for banned items like TVs, computers, paint, and pesticides.

The Compliance Hub: HHW Collection Center (Not Open Daily)

This is The Colony’s designated drop-off for household hazardous waste (HHW) and electronics.

Address: 5576 N Colony Blvd, The Colony, TX 75056
Site note: Located behind Fire Station #2.

  • Strict schedule: This is NOT open daily.
  • Hours: 1st Monday (4:00 PM–7:00 PM), 3rd Wednesday (1:00 PM–4:00 PM), and 3rd Saturday (8:00 AM–12:00 PM).
  • Accepted (examples): TVs, computers, paint, and pesticides.

Critical Rule: Don’t Show Up on a Random Day

Plan your trip. Because the HHW Collection Center runs on a limited monthly schedule, residents should time drop-offs specifically for the listed dates. If you arrive outside the scheduled hours, you should expect the site to be closed.

Apartment guidance: If your property has recycling but no safe pathway for electronics or chemicals, this schedule is the “resident playbook” to stay compliant and prevent illegal dumping at enclosures.

Daily Option (Auto Fluids Only): Fleet Maintenance Center

If you only have motor oil, antifreeze, car batteries, or tires, you can use the Fleet Maintenance Center during weekday hours.

Address: 1 Harris Plaza, Suite 2, The Colony, TX
Hours: Monday–Thursday (8:00 AM–3:00 PM)

Important: This daily option is for auto fluids and related items only. For TVs, computers, paint, and pesticides, use the HHW Collection Center schedule.

How We Solve This For You (National Doorstep)

Compliance is operational. In The Colony, we help property management keep banned items out of dumpsters by standardizing resident routines: electronics + chemicals routed to the HHW Collection Center on the correct days, and auto fluids routed to Fleet Maintenance for weekday drop-off—reducing overflow, illegal dumping, and contamination.

CTA: Request a Free Compliance Audit for your The Colony Property

 

Lewisville, Grapevine, and The Colony property managers and community teams: your cities are at the front of Denton County’s apartment recycling curve. Mandatory or rate-backed recycling programs for multifamily communities in these markets mean you’re expected to provide real diversion options for residents – not just “trash only” dumpsters.

Layer on top of that the Commercial Diversion rules in the City of Denton, Frisco’s Universal Recycling Ordinance, and the City of Dallas multifamily recycling ordinance (which also applies inside Denton County city limits), and the result is a patchwork of expectations across the county. Other Denton County cities – from Argyle and Aubrey to Little Elm and Highland Village – generally rely on standard solid-waste contracts without a dedicated apartment recycling mandate, but resident expectations for recycling are still rising.

National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling service is built to align with these city-level mandates and franchise contracts, so you can lift NOI, keep enclosures clean, and stay code-clean across all your Denton County communities.

  • NOI & Property Value Lift: Amenity-driven doorstep trash & recycling that supports rent premiums, renewals, and cleaner common areas.
  • Resident Convenience: Doorstep service that keeps enclosures from overflowing and reduces trips to distant dumpsters, especially in garden-style and three-story walk-ups.
  • Compliance Simplified: Container layouts, service levels, and documentation aligned with Lewisville, Grapevine, The Colony, Denton, Frisco, and Dallas ordinance language.
  • Code-Backed Design: Inspector-friendly labels, color coding, and signage that support clean inspections and lower complaint volume.

At a Glance: Mandate Cities vs Other Denton County Cities

Denton County Cities with Strong Multifamily Recycling Requirements

Other Denton County Cities (No Dedicated Apartment Recycling Mandate Located)

  • General Pattern: Cities like Argyle, Aubrey, Bartonville, Copper Canyon, Corinth, Cross Roads, Dish, Double Oak, Flower Mound, Hackberry, Hickory Creek, Highland Village, Justin, Krugerville, Lake Dallas, Lakewood Village, Little Elm, Oak Point, Ponder, Prosper, Roanoke, Sanger, Shady Shores, Trophy Club, Westlake and others in Denton County primarily rely on standard residential and commercial solid-waste franchises and do not publish a Dallas-style multifamily recycling ordinance.
  • What This Means for Property Managers: You may still be required to use city-approved haulers, maintain clean enclosures, and follow set-out rules, but recycling for residents is often “available” rather than explicitly mandated in code. Resident expectations for recycling, however, are increasingly similar to Dallas, Frisco, and Denton.
  • Where to Confirm Your City’s Status:
    Use Denton County’s city list and your city’s solid-waste page to verify whether any new ordinances or franchise amendments have introduced apartment recycling requirements:
    Denton County – Cities & Communities
  • Unincorporated / Master-Planned Areas: Places like Lantana and certain MUD/HOA-driven communities rely heavily on HOA and utility district rules. Recycling expectations are typically built into master contracts, even without a city ordinance.

Fines & Penalties Snapshot (Mandate Cities)

  • Denton (City of Denton): Under Chapter 24 (Solid Waste), failure to comply with diversion requirements can be treated as a Class C misdemeanor, and the City may escalate from notices of violation up to service interruption for continued non-compliance. See the Commercial Diversion Program and Chapter 24 – Solid Waste.
  • Dallas (inside Denton County): The multifamily recycling provisions in Dallas City Code Chapter 18 require minimum recycling capacity (currently 11 gallons per unit per week) and use of permitted recycling collectors. Violations can trigger municipal citations and fines under Chapter 18’s enforcement sections and associated fee schedules.
  • Frisco: The Universal Recycling Ordinance makes recycling service mandatory alongside trash for all business and multifamily accounts. Non-compliance can be handled through the city’s code-enforcement tools, up to citations and potential administrative penalties, in addition to the risk of being flagged during permit/inspection reviews.
  • Lewisville: Multi-family recycling participation is effectively required through the city’s franchise framework and Multi-Family Recycling Rates in the fee schedule. Non-payment or ongoing improper set-outs can result in utility enforcement, late fees, and potential service issues. See Trash & Recycling and Fee Schedule – Multi-Family Recycling.
  • Grapevine: Apartment recycling is baked into the solid-waste franchise, with a per-unit monthly recycling fee for every apartment complex and weekly service. Chronic contamination, overflow, or non-payment exposes properties to additional fees, collection changes, and city code enforcement.
  • The Colony: The Republic Services contract and city rate schedule include a dedicated monthly recycling charge per residential customer. If accounts become delinquent or set-outs repeatedly violate city rules, properties can face service disruptions, late fees, and local enforcement action.
  • Best Practice: For every Denton County community you manage, keep a simple compliance file: copies of hauler agreements, rate sheets, diversion plans (where required), contamination notices, inspection photos, and resident communications. This makes it much easier to respond if the city questions your recycling setup or issues a citation.

Property Manager Compliance Checklist (Denton County Multifamily)

Task Action / Requirement Authoritative Links
☑ Confirm City, County & Service Type Map each property to its jurisdiction: Lewisville, Grapevine, The Colony, Denton, Frisco, Dallas (Denton County), or another Denton County city. Confirm whether the city provides service via franchise, requires a diversion plan, or expects you to contract directly with a permitted hauler. Denton County – Cities & Communities
Lewisville Trash & Recycling
Denton Commercial Diversion
Frisco Recycling Overview
☑ Identify Mandate Type & Threshold For each property, document whether your city has a:
– Multifamily recycling mandate with a unit threshold (e.g., Dallas: 8+ units).
– Universal recycling requirement (Frisco).
– Diversion plan requirement (Denton).
– Franchise-based multifamily recycling program (Lewisville, Grapevine, The Colony).
Save a PDF or screenshot of the relevant ordinance section to your compliance file. 		Dallas Multifamily Recycling
Dallas Code Ch.18
Frisco URO Details
Grapevine Apartment Recycling Ordinance
☑ Right-Size Containers & Enclosures Ensure your enclosure layout and recycling capacity match local standards:
– For Dallas properties, provide at least 11 gallons of recycling per unit per week and acceptable material streams.
– For Denton, confirm your diversion plan includes on-site recycling or equivalent diversion methods approved by the City.
– For Lewisville, Grapevine, and The Colony, confirm container count, sizes, and pickup frequency match franchise expectations and your resident count. 		Dallas Sec. 18-5.1 (Multifamily Recycling)
Denton Chapter 24 – Solid Waste
Lewisville Multi-Family Recycling Rates
The Colony Rates (Trash & Recycling)
☑ Resident Education & Contamination Control Provide residents with simple, repeatable instructions on what belongs in recycling vs. trash, where to place carts or bags for doorstep pickup, and how to avoid common violations (overflow, bulk dumping in recycling, blocked access gates). Use move-in handouts, email/text campaigns, and signage at enclosures and mail areas. Dallas Residential Recycling Guidelines
Frisco Recycling Guidelines
Lewisville Recycling Services
☑ Track Diversion & Keep Records In cities like Denton and Dallas, you may be asked for diversion reports or proof of recycling capacity. Keep copies of:
– Hauler invoices showing recycling service.
– Diversion or recycling reports (where available).
– Photos of enclosures and signage.
– Any city correspondence or inspection notes.
National Doorstep can bundle these into a simple, inspection-ready packet for each property. 		Denton Commercial Diversion Reporting
Dallas Multifamily Reporting Expectations

Want a Denton County–wide compliance map for your portfolio? Request a Free Compliance Audit for your Denton County properties — we’ll identify which communities fall under Lewisville, Grapevine, The Colony, Denton, Frisco, Dallas mandates, right-size your recycling and trash service, and prepare inspection-ready documentation tailored to each site.

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