Stafford County & City of Fredericksburg, VA — Regional Compliance Hub: Daily Latex Paint + Daily Electronics — “Real” HazMat Chemicals = Annual Event Only — R-Board Regional Landfill

Stafford County and the City of Fredericksburg share a single regional facility operated by the R-Board. For apartment residents and maintenance teams, this site is the most consistent option for daily electronics drop-off and a rare exception in Virginia: daily latex paint drop-off (liquid allowed in the original can, per R-Board guidance). [1][2]

Primary facility: R-Board Regional Landfill — 489 Eskimo Hill Rd, Stafford, VA 22554 . [3][4]

Why This Works (Daily Paint + Daily E-Waste) — With a Strict HazMat “Do Not Show Up” Rule

Daily latex paint (unique rule): R-Board explicitly states the Regional Landfill accepts latex paint daily from Stafford and Fredericksburg residents, including liquid latex in the original can, and directs residents to check in with the sales shed attendant for proper handling. [2]

Daily electronics: R-Board confirms electronics can be dropped off daily at the Regional Landfill (and also at the Belman Road Convenience Center). [1]

Strict “real HazMat” rule: The landfill is not a daily drop-off for heavy hazardous chemicals (gasoline, pesticides, oil-based paint, solvents). Those materials are routed through the R-Board’s Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Disposal Day. [1][5]

  • Address: 489 Eskimo Hill Rd, Stafford, VA 22554[2]
  • Residential hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Sat–Sun 8:00 AM–3:00 PM[6]
  • Latex paint fee: R-Board notes residents are charged $5 per visit for latex paint disposal (passes/coupons may apply)[2]

Daily Latex Paint (Liquid OK in Original Can): A Rare “Yes” — Follow the Sales Shed Instructions

What’s allowed: The R-Board Regional Landfill accepts latex paint daily from Stafford County and Fredericksburg residents, and the R-Board’s guidance indicates latex paint is handled as a distinct, daily accepted material (not part of the annual HHW-only stream). [2]

Operational tip: Bring paint in the original can and stop at the sales shed attendant so staff can direct you to the correct disposal lane. [2]

Daily Electronics: Computers & Small Electronics — TV/CRT Warning

Daily e-waste option: R-Board states electronics can be dropped off daily at the Regional Landfill. [1]

CRT/large TV caution: R-Board recycling guidance indicates the program cannot recycle old televisions or CRT monitors. Check at the gate/sales shed before loading a large CRT TV—policies and accepted categories can vary by device type. [7]

Strict HazMat Rule: Gasoline, Pesticides & Oil-Based Paint Are NOT Accepted Daily

Do not show up with toxic chemicals on a random Tuesday. The R-Board’s HHW program is organized around a dedicated Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day (with electronics recycling also offered). [1]

Typical timing/location: The annual HHW Disposal Day is commonly held in September at the Stafford Regional Airport. For example, the R-Board published the 2025 event for September 13, 2025 at Stafford Regional Airport. [5][8]

Action: Before storing or transporting gasoline/pesticides/oil-based paint, check the current HHW event schedule: R-Board HHW Disposal Day Schedule . [1]

How We Solve This For You (National Doorstep)

Compliance is operational. In Stafford/Fredericksburg, we help property management keep banned items out of dumpsters by standardizing resident routines: latex paint routed to the Regional Landfill daily (per R-Board rules), electronics routed to daily drop-off lanes, and true hazardous chemicals routed only through the annual HHW Disposal Day—reducing illegal dumping, contamination, and gate rejections.

CTA: Request a Free Compliance Audit for your Stafford/Fredericksburg Property

EEAT Sources: [1] R-Board — Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day (HHW event-only pathway; electronics daily note)  |  [2] R-Board — Regional Landfill Accepts Latex Paint (daily latex paint; original can; process; $5 per visit)  |  [3] R-Board — Regional Landfill (facility overview)  |  [4] City of Fredericksburg — Stafford County Landfill Directions (regional facility location and shared-service context)  |  [5] R-Board — Annual HHW Disposal & Electronics Recycling Day (event details and reminders)  |  [6] R-Board — Directions & Hours (residential hours Mon–Fri 8–4; Sat/Sun 8–3)  |  [7] R-Board Recycle List (PDF) — notes on electronics categories; CRT TV/monitor restrictions  |  [8] Fredericksburg Free Press — HHW Disposal Day example (Sept 13, 2025; Stafford Regional Airport)

 
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Spotsylvania County, VA — Regional Compliance Hub: Bulk Trash + Recycling + Daily Latex Paint (Convenience Sites) — Electronics = “Goodwill Rule” — HazMat Chemicals = Event Only — Livingston Landfill & Convenience Center

For Spotsylvania County apartment residents, the primary mapped facility is the Livingston Landfill & Convenience Center. It’s the most consistent “self-haul” option for trash/bulk and common recyclables—and Spotsylvania uniquely allows residents to recycle latex paint year-round at convenience sites. [1][2]

Critical warning (electronics): Spotsylvania’s guidance generally routes residents to Goodwill for recycling computers and other electronic items (or to the County’s HHW event). Don’t load e-waste into your car and expect a guaranteed “electronics lane” at the landfill. [3]

Primary facility: Livingston Landfill & Convenience Center — 6241 Massey Rd, Spotsylvania, VA 22551 . [1]

Why This Works (Daily Latex Paint + Bulk Self-Haul) — With Strict “Electronics + HazMat” Rules

Daily latex paint: Spotsylvania states residents can recycle latex paint all year long at County convenience sites. [2]

Bulk trash/recycling infrastructure: Livingston is the County’s primary landfill complex and lists common recyclables accepted at the site. [1]

Two big traps to avoid: (1) electronics are generally routed to Goodwill (or the HHW event), and (2) “real” hazardous chemicals (pesticides, oil-based products, solvents) are handled through scheduled HHW events—not daily drop-off. [3][2]

  • Address: 6241 Massey Rd, Spotsylvania, VA 22551[1]
  • Landfill hours: Daily 7:00 AM–3:00 PM[1][4]
  • Convenience center hours: Daily 7:00 AM–5:00 PM[1]
  • Phone: 540-895-5030[1]

Latex Paint: Accepted Year-Round at Convenience Sites (Daily)

Good news: Spotsylvania states latex paint can be recycled all year long at County convenience sites—no need to store it until the next HHW event. [2]

Practical apartment tip: Keep lids secured and transport upright; follow onsite instructions for the latex-paint container.

Crucial Warning (Electronics): Spotsylvania’s “Goodwill Rule”

The rule: Spotsylvania’s HHW guidance states residential households can recycle computers and other electronic items at the County’s HHW event or at any local Goodwill store. [3]

Action: Take computers/monitors and similar e-waste to a local Goodwill donation center for reuse/recycling. Do not haul electronics to the landfill unless you intend to dispose of them as trash (and only if permitted). [3]

Hazardous Chemicals: Accepted ONLY During HHW Events (Typically Spring/Fall)

Do not “random Tuesday” hazardous waste. True HHW chemicals (pesticides, oil-based products, solvents and similar items) are handled through the County’s Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) program/events, not daily drop-off lanes. [2]

Action: Check the County HHW page for the next scheduled event date and rules before you load chemicals into a vehicle: Spotsylvania HHW Program (Events + E-Waste Guidance) . [2]

How We Solve This For You (National Doorstep)

Compliance is operational. In Spotsylvania, we help property management keep banned items out of dumpsters by standardizing resident routines: latex paint routed to convenience sites year-round, electronics routed through the County’s Goodwill/HHW-event pathway, and true hazardous chemicals held for the next HHW event—reducing illegal dumping, enclosure overflow, and contamination.

CTA: Request a Free Compliance Audit for your Spotsylvania County Property

EEAT Sources: [1] Spotsylvania County — Livingston Landfill & Convenience Center (6241 Massey Rd; hours; phone; accepted categories)  |  [2] Spotsylvania County — Household Hazardous Waste (latex paint accepted year-round at convenience sites; HHW program guidance)  |  [3] Spotsylvania County — HHW page (electronics guidance: computers/electronics can be recycled at HHW event or local Goodwill stores)  |  [4] Spotsylvania County — Solid Waste Center Information (Livingston landfill operating hours)

 

Northern Neck, VA (Westmoreland, King George, etc.) — Regional Compliance Hub: Trash/Transfer + Electronics (Rules Apply) — HazMat = Event Only — Westmoreland Transfer Convenience Site (Montross)

For the rural Northern Neck counties, the practical “hub” model is a county-run transfer/convenience center—not daily HHW depots. Westmoreland County’s Montross transfer/convenience site is the most common mapped default for residents who need a legal drop-off for household trash, select recyclables, and electronics (subject to county rules). [1][2]

Primary facility: Westmoreland Transfer Convenience Site (Montross) — 350 Poorhouse Rd, Montross, VA 22520 . [2]

Why This Works (Rural Reality): Proof-of-Residency Sticker + Electronics Lane + HazMat Events

Sticker system (proof of residency): Westmoreland County requires residents to use a windshield sticker to access its convenience centers. This is the enforcement mechanism that keeps facilities resident-only and prevents out-of-county dumping. [1]

Electronics: The County accepts electronics at its convenience sites. The County also notes that as of July 1, 2025, residents are no longer required to purchase coupons to dispose of brush/electronics at the Montross transfer station (rules/fees can still apply by item type—check signage). [1][3]

HazMat (strictly event-based): In rural county systems, “real” hazardous chemicals (pesticides, solvents, fuels, oil-based paint) are generally handled through scheduled HHW collection events—not daily drop-off lanes. [4]

  • Location: 350 Poorhouse Rd, Montross, VA 22520[2]
  • Phone: 804-493-8825[2]
  • Sticker rule: Windshield sticker required for Westmoreland County convenience centers (effective July 1, 2025)[1]

Sticker System (Proof of Residency): Do Not Drive Over Without the Decal

Do not assume walk-in access. Westmoreland County states residents must have a windshield sticker to dispose of trash at county convenience centers. If you just moved into an apartment and your vehicle isn’t in the tax file yet, confirm how to obtain a sticker before you make the trip. [1]

Electronics: Accepted — But Always Follow the County Rules at the Gate

Electronics are accepted at Westmoreland County convenience sites (including Montross). The County also notes the removal of coupon-purchase requirements for brush/electronics at the transfer station effective July 1, 2025. [1][3]

Practical tip: Some electronics categories (especially older CRT TVs/monitors) may be treated differently. If you’re hauling large items, call ahead and verify acceptance/fees before loading your vehicle.

Hazardous Chemicals: Event Only (No Daily Chemical Drop-Off)

Strict warning: Do not bring pesticides, fuels, solvents, or oil-based paint to the transfer station expecting a daily hazardous lane. Westmoreland County publishes HHW collection event notices for proper hazardous disposal—use the event schedule instead of “random Tuesday” drop-offs. [4]

Action: Check the County’s current HHW event notice before you transport chemicals: Westmoreland County HHW Collection Event Notice . [4]

How We Solve This For You (National Doorstep)

Compliance is operational. In rural markets like the Northern Neck, we help property management keep banned items out of dumpsters by standardizing resident routines: resident-only transfer station access (sticker rules), electronics routed through approved lanes, and true hazardous chemicals stored safely for the next county HHW event—reducing illegal dumping, contamination, and gate rejections.

CTA: Request a Free Compliance Audit for your Northern Neck Property

EEAT Sources: [1] Westmoreland County — Refuse Disposal (windshield sticker requirement; brush/electronics coupon change effective July 1, 2025)  |  [2] Westmoreland County Resource Directory — Montross Transfer Convenience Site (350 Poorhouse Rd; phone)  |  [3] Westmoreland County Solid Waste Disposal Procedures (PDF) — electronics accepted at convenience sites (historic procedures; confirm current gate rules)  |  [4] Westmoreland County Government — Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event Notice (HHW is event-based)

 

Northern Neck / Central VA property owners and community managers: simplify recycling compliance while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling program helps multifamily communities reduce contamination, improve enclosure cleanliness, and enhance NOI — all with a turnkey setup.

Across Fredericksburg City and surrounding counties in the Northern Neck / Central Virginia region, we did not find a county- or city-level ordinance that explicitly requires multifamily properties to provide resident recycling service under a defined unit threshold (e.g., “5+ units”). Instead, jurisdictions generally provide solid-waste guidance, site design standards for refuse/recycling pads, and convenience-center programs. Our summary below shows the current status by jurisdiction so you can plan confidently and stay ahead of potential changes.

  • Future-proof your assets: Even without a mandate, offering resident recycling is a visible sustainability amenity that supports retention and ancillary income.
  • Cleaner sites, fewer overflows: Doorstep recycling reduces contamination at dumpsters and keeps enclosures tidy.
  • Design-compliant setups: We size, label, and position containers to align with local site-design expectations where applicable (e.g., enclosure access, screening, distances).
  • Audit-ready documentation: Photos, fill-level logs, and resident education assets prepared for any future ordinance activity.

At a Glance: Northern Neck / Central VA

Regional Status

  • Region Covered: Fredericksburg (Independent City) and the counties of Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, Lancaster, Northumberland, Richmond (County), and Westmoreland.
  • Mandate Type (overall): No explicit multifamily recycling mandate found at the city/county level.
  • Applicability Threshold: N/A (no published unit trigger like “5+ units”).
  • What exists now: General solid-waste rules, convenience-center programs, and (in some cases) site design standards for refuse/recycling areas — not a legal requirement to provide resident recycling service.
  • Opportunity: Voluntary valet trash & recycling programs let you differentiate your communities and be “ordinance ready” if local rules tighten in the future.

Northern Neck / Central VA Jurisdictions & Multifamily Recycling Status

None of the jurisdictions below currently publish a unit-based multifamily recycling mandate. Apartments are generally treated as commercial solid-waste customers, with optional or convenience-center recycling access layered on top.

Jurisdiction Mandate Type Applicability Threshold Notes (Plain English)
Fredericksburg (Independent City) No explicit MF mandate N/A Apartments typically use owner-provided dumpster service. City guidance and operations exist, but there is no ordinance compelling multifamily recycling service for a specific unit count.
Stafford County No explicit MF mandate N/A Solid-waste rules and facility access are available; there is no requirement that apartments must provide on-site resident recycling service.
Spotsylvania County Design standard only N/A County design guidance references trash/recycling pad placement for multifamily sites (e.g., proximity and access), but this is site-planning guidance — not a mandate to offer multifamily recycling.
King George County No explicit MF mandate N/A Primarily served by convenience-center programs. No apartment-specific recycling requirement is called out in county code.
Lancaster County No explicit MF mandate N/A Drop-off / convenience-center recycling is available; no codified obligation for multifamily properties to provide resident recycling service.
Northumberland County No explicit MF mandate N/A Solid-waste site rules apply. No multifamily service mandate identified, so recycling access is generally voluntary.
Richmond County No explicit MF mandate N/A General solid-waste management standards govern basic handling and nuisance conditions. Apartment recycling remains a best practice rather than a codified requirement.
Westmoreland County No explicit MF mandate N/A County emphasizes convenience-center disposal; no dedicated multifamily recycling mandate has been located in current code.

Enforcement & Risk Snapshot (Without a Formal MF Mandate)

  • No unit-based MF recycling fines: Because there is no explicit multifamily recycling mandate, there is not a published “8+ units must recycle or pay X” fine structure like in some larger cities.
  • General solid-waste enforcement: Jurisdictions can still issue warnings or citations under solid-waste, nuisance, and property maintenance provisions when trash areas overflow, become unsanitary, or create odors and pests.
  • Each violation can add up: Repeated issues at enclosures (overflowing dumpsters, loose trash, illegal dumping) can trigger ongoing enforcement actions, re-inspections, and costs for emergency cleanups.
  • Owner & manager exposure: Property owners and on-site management teams are typically responsible for keeping refuse and recycling areas clean, accessible, and compliant with site standards.
  • Risk management tip: Use valet trash & recycling to maintain consistent container set-outs, track contamination with photos, and keep a basic paper trail of service logs and resident education pieces. This shows good-faith compliance if concerns are raised.

Property Manager Compliance Checklist (Works Region-Wide)

Task Action / Best Practice Outcome
☑ Provide Resident Recycling Offer co-located recycling next to trash with clear labels and simple resident rules; size service to occupancy and seasonal move-in/move-out cycles. Lower contamination, reduced trips to convenience centers, and improved resident satisfaction even without a formal mandate.
☑ Enclosure & Site Design Follow local enclosure guidance where available (screening, access, turning radius, proximity to units). Design collection points that keep residents out of dark or remote areas. Cleaner pads, smoother hauler access, and alignment with site-review and development expectations.
☑ Education & Signage Use move-in packets, bin decals, simple infographics, and periodic reminders (email/text/posters) to explain what goes where and how valet collection works. Fewer “wish-cycled” items, measurable quality improvements, and fewer service complaints.
☑ Service Right-Sizing Conduct monthly audits; adjust cart counts and pickup frequency; track contamination and overflow with time-stamped photos. Optimized cost structure, consistent enclosure cleanliness, and better data for owner and lender conversations.
☑ Document Your Program Keep a simple file with vendor contracts, service schedules, photos, and resident education materials. Update it when you change haulers or service levels. Inspection-ready documentation that demonstrates proactive management if local ordinances tighten or complaints arise.

Want to be “ordinance ready” before local rules change? Request a Free Compliance Audit for your Northern Neck / Central VA property. We’ll review your current setup, right-size containers and service, design a resident-friendly valet trash & recycling program, and prepare the inspection-ready documentation you need to show alignment with local solid-waste expectations.

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