Mobile property owners and community managers: simplify recycling while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling service aligns with the City of Mobile’s recycling guidance to reduce contamination and enhance NOI — all with a turnkey program.
We follow Mobile’s official recycling program standards and best practices for multifamily communities. Inside city limits, recycling access is generally provided via private service; confirm accepted materials and pickup details with your hauler and city resources.
- 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 City of Mobile — Public Works.
At a Glance: Mobile, AL
- Jurisdiction: City of Mobile, Alabama
- Multifamily Recycling: Typically private service; ensure access and resident education
- Accepted (typical): Paper/cardboard, metals, plastics, and glass (confirm per hauler/city)
- Not Accepted: Bulk Items: sofas, appliances, e-waste (use approved drop-off onsite)
- Reference (County statute): Mobile County solid-waste disposal law — Ala. Code §45-49-252.14 (general solid waste standard; confirm city rules for details)
- Official Resource: City of Mobile — Public Works
Property Manager Compliance Checklist
| Task | Action / Requirement | Resources / Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ Container Placement | Provide co-located, clearly labeled trash & recycling containers; ensure accessibility and signage per hauler requirements. |
City guidance: Public Works County reference: §45-49-252.14 |
| ☑ Resident Onboarding | Add recycling info to move-in materials and lease agreements; highlight rules on contamination and accepted materials. | City info: Program Page |
| ☑ Signage & Education | Display “What / What Not” signage; remind: no plastic bags, no e-waste, and keep recyclables in blue translucent bag. | Verify accepted materials with City guidance. |
| ☑ Monthly Audit | Check containers for contamination or overflow monthly; update signage and resident communications as needed. | Maintain audit logs for compliance and hauler verification. |
| ☑ Service Documentation | Keep your hauler contract, pickup map, and recycling list on file; review annually and document updates. | City reference: Public Works |
| ☑ Recycling Plan on File | Keep a signed property recycling plan including vendor details, education cadence, and contamination strategy. | Reference: §45-49-252.14 |
Mobile Recycling Summary — Checklist
- ☑ Jurisdiction Type: City (Mobile’s municipal recycling guidance; multifamily = private service)
- ☑ Recycling Summary: Provide resident access via contracted service; align containers and education with hauler and city standards. City page
- ☑ What We Can Recycle: Paper, cardboard, metals, eligible plastics, glass (verify list with hauler).
- ☑ What We Can’t Recycle: Bulk items and e-waste.
- ☑ Best Practices: Use labeled, co-located containers; train residents; run monthly contamination checks and review service logs.
- ☑ Compliance Notes: Follow city recycling rules; county statute (§45-49-252.14) governs disposal in general.
Sources verified: City of Mobile Public Works; Mobile County Code §45-49-252.14 (solid-waste disposal). Confirm hauler-specific rules before rollout.
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