Regional Compliance Hub: Riverside, CA (Riverside County)
This regional hub is designed to keep communities compliant by directing residents to the correct, approved drop-off location for items that are commonly banned from apartment dumpsters—especially chemicals, batteries, and electronics. The closest central “Permanent HHW” option near the City of Riverside is the Agua Mansa Permanent HHW Facility in Jurupa Valley.[1]
Agua Mansa Permanent HHW Facility (Chemicals + Batteries + Electronics)
One-Stop HazMat Solution: This permanent HHW facility provides Riverside County residents a FREE and environmentally safe way to dispose of household hazardous waste and designated electronics (e-waste).[1][2] Important: This site operates on a strict Saturday-only schedule—plan ahead.
- Address: 1780 Agua Mansa Road, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509[1]
- Hours: Non-Holiday Saturdays ONLY, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Closed weekdays & Sundays)[1]
- Residency: Riverside County residents only (bring ID; the facility does not accept out-of-county waste).[1]
- Hazardous Waste (Examples): pesticides, latex/oil-based paint, pool chlorine, cleaners/solvents, used oil & filters, and related HHW categories per the County accepted-items list.[1][2]
- Electronics (E-Waste): TVs, computers, and other electronic waste accepted per County program list.[1]
- Battery Warning (Fire Risk): Never put batteries in your apartment trash—HHW guidance stresses that batteries belong at certified collection facilities to prevent safety incidents. Drop them off here or use an approved retail/collection bin (availability varies).[1][3]
- Reuse Store (Drop & Shop): This facility offers a Drop & Shop reuse option during operating hours, where residents can pick up usable household products (availability varies).[1][4]
Crucial Warning: Bulky Items (The Apartment Gap)
The City of Riverside provides bulky item collection by appointment with a limit of two appointments per year for serviced accounts.[5] Apartment reality: If your community uses a shared commercial dumpster and you do not receive curbside barrel service, you may not be eligible to schedule City bulky collection directly—your pickup process is often handled through your property management contract or a private hauler. Action: Do not place sofas or mattresses at the curb without an approved appointment; illegal dumping enforcement is strict.[5]
Organics Compliance (SB 1383): Green Organics Required
Under California’s SB 1383 organics rules, jurisdictions must provide organics collection service and generators must sort organic waste into the correct container system.[6] Action: Place food scraps, food-soiled paper (pizza boxes), and yard trimmings into the Green Organics bin—not in trash. If your building does not have organics service yet, ask property management when it is being implemented, as organics collection is required statewide.[6]
Glass Recycling (Accepted in Riverside Blue Recycling)
Good news: City of Riverside recycling guidance includes glass bottles and glass food containers as recyclable items.[7] Always follow your community’s posted contamination rules and keep items empty, clean, and dry when possible.
EEAT Sources: [1] Riverside County Waste Resources: Agua Mansa Permanent HHW Facility (address/hours/accepted items/Drop & Shop) | [2] Riverside County Waste Resources: Household Hazardous Waste (program overview) | [3] Riverside County Watershed Protection: HHW guidance (batteries/chemicals to certified facilities) | [4] Riverside County Waste Resources: Drop & Shop Reuse Store (free reusable products) | [5] City of Riverside Public Works: Bulky Items (appointments; 2 per year) | [6] CalRecycle: Statewide Mandatory Organic Waste Collection (SB 1383) | [7] City of Riverside Public Works: Recycling (glass bottles/containers listed)
Riverside property owners and community managers: simplify recycling & organics compliance while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling service aligns with the City of Riverside and Unincorporated Riverside County requirements and California state mandates (AB 341 / AB 1826 / SB 1383) to reduce contamination and enhance NOI — all with a turnkey program.
In Riverside (City & County), recycling and organics service is mandatory for multifamily and commercial generators under local code and state law. The City implements requirements through Riverside Municipal Code Ch. 6.06 and its SB 1383 program; Riverside County requires universal organics and recycling service in unincorporated areas via its SB 1383 rules and compulsory collection policies. See City/County/State resources: City of Riverside — Mandatory Automated Service, RMC Ch. 6.06 (e.g., §6.06.220), City — Trash & Recycling, Riverside County — Multifamily (Unincorporated), County — SB 1383 FAQs (PDF), County — Organics & Waivers, CalRecycle — SB 1383 Collection.
- NOI & Property Value Lift: Sustainability amenity that increases retention and curb appeal.
- Resident Convenience & Cleanliness: Doorstep recycling & organics pickup reduces overflow and contamination.
- Compliance Simplified: Aligns with City/County rules plus CalRecycle mandates (AB 341 / AB 1826 / SB 1383).
- Local Code & Labeling: Provide co-located, color/label-compliant containers and ongoing education per RMC Ch. 6.06 and SB 1383.
Fines & Penalties Snapshot
Key enforcement examples (City of Riverside). See the full city table for details and effective dates.
- Bin Contamination: 2nd violation $100 → 3rd $200 → subsequent $500. City Commercial Fee & Penalty (FY 2025/26).
- Overweight/Overfilled Bin: $63 penalty; Dead Run/Go Back: $64. See table.
- Rolloff Contamination: 1st $100 → 2nd $200 → subsequent $500. Details.
- County (Unincorporated): Service is compulsory; unpaid trash charges become the property owner’s responsibility under Ordinance 745. County Delinquent Trash Charges · Ordinance 745 (PDF).
City table adopted Apr 22, 2025; effective July 1, 2025 (Commercial & Multifamily). Verify current rates on the City page.
At a Glance: City of Riverside vs Unincorporated Riverside County
City of Riverside
- Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling (AB 341) + Mandatory Organics (SB 1383) with subscription to services; mixing streams is unlawful (RMC §6.06.220).
- Applicability Thresholds:
- Recycling: Multifamily 5+ units must provide/maintain service (City flyer / AB 341).
- Organics: Multifamily & commercial must be subscribed — City highlights by July 1, 2022 (SB 1383 page).
- Education: Provide annual resident education; container color/label standards (SB 1383).
- Key City Links: Trash & Recycling · Mandatory Automated Service · RMC §6.06.220 · Food Waste Diversion
Riverside County (Unincorporated)
- Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling (AB 341) + Mandatory Organics (SB 1383) for covered generators, including multifamily (County SB 1383 program & compulsory collection).
- Applicability: Multifamily 5+ units must provide recycling; organics service is universal as of Jan 1, 2022 (County FAQs (PDF)).
- Program Duties: Subscribe to trash, recycling, and organics via an authorized hauler or approved self-haul; use standardized colors/labels; provide move-in + annual resident education; maintain records (SB 1383 / CalRecycle).
- Helpful Links: County — Multifamily Program · County — Organics & Waivers · County Ordinance 745 (PDF) · CalRecycle — Collection Duties
Property Manager Compliance Checklist (City & County)
| Task | Action / Requirement | Resources / Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ Subscribe to Required Services | Active agreements for trash, recycling, and organics (City program or County authorized hauler; self-haul only if approved). | City — Mandatory Service · County — Multifamily Program |
| ☑ Streams & Container Standards | Streams: landfill, recyclables, organics at each collection point; Containers: SB 1383 color/label rules; lids closed; no overflow; equal access for residents. | CalRecycle — SB 1383 Duties · City — Food Waste Diversion |
| ☑ Applicability & Thresholds | Recycling (AB 341): MF 5+ units. Organics (SB 1383): universal collection/participation; annual education; standardized colors/labels. | City Flyer — AB 341/1826/1383 · County — SB 1383 FAQs |
| ☑ Container Separation (No Mixing) | Maintain separate containers for trash, recyclables, and organics; mixing streams is prohibited (City code) and subject to enforcement. | RMC §6.06.220 |
| ☑ Right-Sizing & Monitoring | Ensure adequate weekly capacity across all streams; monitor contamination; adjust service frequency; keep inspection-ready documentation. | City — Trash & Recycling |
| ☑ Waivers (County Unincorporated) | For limited cases (e.g., space or de minimis), waivers are overseen by Riverside County Department of Environmental Health (unincorporated areas). | County — Waiver Info |
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