Sacramento property owners and community managers: simplify recycling & organics compliance while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling service aligns with City of Sacramento and Sacramento County (unincorporated) requirements and California state mandates (AB 341 / AB 1826 / SB 1383) to reduce contamination and enhance NOI — all with a turnkey program.
In Sacramento, recycling and organics service is mandatory for multifamily and commercial generators under local ordinance and statewide law. The City implements requirements in Sacramento City Code Chapter 13.24 – Commercial Solid Waste and Chapter 17.616 – Recycling & Solid Waste Disposal Regulations. The County regulates multifamily generators under County Code Chapter 6.20 – Solid Waste Management.
- NOI & Property Value Lift: Sustainability amenities that increase retention and curb appeal.
- Resident Convenience & Cleanliness: Doorstep recycling & organics pickup reduces overflow and contamination.
- Compliance Simplified: Aligns with City and County rules plus CalRecycle mandates (AB 341 / AB 1826 / SB 1383).
- Local & State Alignment: Code-backed, inspector-friendly program design and documentation.
At a Glance: City of Sacramento vs Unincorporated Sacramento County
City of Sacramento
- Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling (AB 341) + Mandatory Organics (SB 1383 / AB 1826)
- Applicability Threshold: Multifamily 5+ units (multi-unit dwellings) treated as generators under Ch. 13.24; enclosure standards apply to 5+ units (Ch. 17.616).
- Minimum Service Levels (SCC §13.24.600):
- Recycling: Minimum 32-gallon can per unit (or equivalent) for multi-unit dwellings of 5+ units.
- Organics: Minimum 64-gallon can per 25 units (or equivalent), adjustable by Solid Waste Manager.
- Resident Education: Provide written recycling/organics info to new residents and at least annually; keep records available upon request.
- Key Code Links: §13.24.520 (MF property requirements) · §13.24.600 (minimum service) · §17.616.040 (enclosures, 5+ units)
Sacramento County (Unincorporated)
- Mandate Type: Mandatory Recycling + Mandatory Organics participation for all generators, including multifamily.
- Applicability Threshold: Applies to all multifamily properties in unincorporated areas (must subscribe to solid waste, recycling, and organics service unless exempt).
- Program Duties (SCC §6.20, Article 4):
- Subscribe to weekly solid waste, recycling & organics collection at adequate levels.
- Place labeled containers near trash; post signage and provide resident education.
- Maintain records of education and service subscriptions; prevent overflow or contamination.
- Key Code Links: §6.20.405–§6.20.432
Fines & Penalties Snapshot
- ⚠️ City of Sacramento: Per §13.24.710, violations (such as failure to subscribe to required recycling/organics service or contamination of streams) may result in administrative citations up to $500 per violation after notice.
- ⚠️ Sacramento County: Under §6.20.505, repeated violations of solid waste, recycling, or organics requirements are subject to fines typically ranging from $100 (first offense) to $500 (third or subsequent).
- 💡 Enforcement: Both jurisdictions may issue warnings before fines. Documenting resident education, service agreements, and signage helps demonstrate compliance and avoid penalties.
Property Manager Compliance Checklist (City & County)
| Task | Action / Requirement | Resources / Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ Subscribe to Required Services | Maintain service agreements for trash, recycling, and organics (City §13.24.520; County §§6.20.405, 6.20.430). | City §13.24.520 · County §6.20.405 / §6.20.430 |
| ☑ Minimum Container Volumes (City) | Recycling: ≥ 32-gal per unit (5+ units). Organics: ≥ 64-gal per 25 units; adjustable by Solid Waste Manager. | City §13.24.600 |
| ☑ Enclosures & Site Design (City) | Trash & recycling enclosures required for multi-unit dwellings with 5+ units; follow development standards. | City §17.616.040 |
| ☑ Container Placement, Labeling & Signage | Place recycling/organics containers as convenient as trash; maintain labels & signage (County §6.20.430(D)). | County §6.20.420(D) & §6.20.430(D) |
| ☑ Resident Education & Records | Provide written instructions to new residents within 14 days and annually; retain copies for inspection. | City §13.24.520 · County §6.20.430(D)-(E) |
| ☑ SB 1383 Organics Compliance | Subscribe to weekly organics service; maintain education, signage, and documentation per SB 1383. | County §6.20.432 · City MF Requirements |
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