Regional Compliance Hub: Electronics, Batteries & Recyclables (NO Glass) — Savannah, GA

This regional hub is designed to keep communities compliant by directing residents to the correct, approved drop-off facility for items that are commonly not allowed in apartment dumpster streams—especially electronics, rechargeable batteries, and certain recyclables. For Savannah/Chatham County, the primary “drop-off center” compliance anchor is the Chevis Road Drop-Off Center. [1]

Chevis Road Drop-Off Center (Electronics + Batteries + Sorted Recycling)

The “Electronics” Solution: Chatham County’s Chevis Road page lists accepted electronics including phones/tablets, computer equipment & monitors, and flat-screen TVs. [1]

Batteries: The center accepts rechargeable (lithium-ion) and lead-acid batteries per the County’s drop-off acceptance list. [1]

Recycling Hub: If your apartment doesn’t provide recycling bins, you can bring sorted household recyclables here, including Plastics #1 & #2, aluminum cans, and cardboard/paper categories listed by the County. [1]

Critical Note (NO Glass): The Chevis Road acceptance list does not include glass—and the City of Savannah has temporarily suspended its glass recycling program. [1][2]

  • Facility: Chevis Road Drop-Off Center (Chatham County Recycles)[1]
  • Address: 610 Chevis Road, Savannah, GA[1]
  • Hours: Tue–Sat: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM[1]
  • Electronics (Examples): computers/monitors, phones/tablets, flat-screen TVs[1]
  • Batteries: rechargeable (Li-ion) and lead-acid[1]
  • Recyclables (Examples): Plastics #1 & #2, cans, cardboard/paper[1]
  • No Glass: Not listed as accepted at Chevis; City glass program is suspended.[1][2]

Crucial Warning: Glass Recycling is Suspended (Trash Only)

Status: The City of Savannah’s Sanitation Department states its glass recycling drop-off program is temporarily suspended. [2]

Action: Until the City announces a restart, place glass bottles & jars in your regular trash. Do not place glass in recycling carts or expect active glass drop-off containers (program signage/availability may change). [2]

Crucial Warning: Paint & Household Chemicals (No Daily Drop-Off for Liquid HazMat)

Latex Paint: Liquid latex paint should not be poured into trash. The standard method is to dry/solidify it (e.g., with kitty litter/sand) and dispose of the solidified can in regular trash per your property’s rules. [3]

Oil-Based Paint & Liquid Chemicals: These are hazardous and typically require a scheduled collection event (not a daily household chemical drop-off). Follow the City/County event guidance when announced. [3]

The “Apartment Gap” (Bulk Trash): Self-Haul is the Reliable Option

The Rule: City bulk collection frameworks are designed for curbside residential customers; many apartment communities operate as commercial accounts with private hauling plans. [4]

Action: Do not leave furniture at the curb. Ask your Property Manager if your community has a scheduled pickup process, or self-haul bulky items to one of the City’s authorized disposal facilities (proof of residency required; fees may apply depending on materials/loads). [4]

  • City Landfill (Bulk Drop-Off): 1327 Dean Forest Road[4]
  • Bacon Park Transfer Station (Bulk Drop-Off): Skidaway Road (City materials list 2609 Skidaway Rd; City facility listing shows 6400 Skidaway Rd—confirm before driving)[4][5][6]

Electronics “Backup” Options (Smaller Items)

If Chevis Road hours are not convenient, retailers may accept certain electronics (policies vary by item/store). Best Buy and Staples publish national recycling program information; verify local participation before driving. [7][8]

  • Best Buy (Program): 7929 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31406 (check item limits/fees)[7]
  • Staples (Program): Staples Recycling Services (check accepted items/limits)[8]

EEAT Sources: [1] Chatham County Recycles: Chevis Road Drop-Off Center (accepted electronics incl. flat-screen TVs; rechargeable & lead-acid batteries; plastics #1/#2; cans; paper/cardboard; hours/address)  |  [2] City of Savannah (Official): Glass Recycling Program Temporarily Suspended (effective immediately; program status)  |  [3] Georgia EPD (Official): Household Hazardous Waste (solidification guidance for appropriate wastes; safe handling/disposal concepts)  |  [4] City of Savannah (Official): Bulk Item Disposal Guidelines (drop-off centers; proof of residency; landfill + transfer station listed)  |  [5] City of Savannah (Official Facilities): Bacon Park Transfer Station (Skidaway Rd facility listing; contact details)  |  [6] City of Savannah (Official): Refuse Disposal (Bacon Park Transfer Station reserved for City residents; location guidance)  |  [7] Best Buy (Official): Recycling Program (item acceptance/limits/fees vary)  |  [8] Staples (Official): Recycling Services (program overview; item acceptance varies)

 
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  • Risk Reduction (Fines & Complaints): A structured program reduces the conditions that trigger complaints and enforcement under Chatham County Chapter 21 and local litter/illegal dumping ordinances.
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At a Glance: City of Savannah vs Chatham County & West Chatham Cities

City of Savannah

  • Mandate Type: General solid waste & litter regulations; residential recycling program (no explicit apartment recycling mandate).
  • Applicability Threshold: Applies broadly to residents and generators inside Savannah city limits under Chapter 2 (Refuse Collection and Disposal) and related litter and nuisance provisions.
  • Program Reality for Apartments: The City offers curbside recycling for eligible residents and single-family-style service, but commercial waste and waste from the management of rental property is not accepted at certain facilities — pushing apartment communities toward private haulers and on-site collection design.
  • Duties: Keep waste containerized, place carts out only during designated collection windows, prevent litter/dumping, and follow rules for trash, yard waste, and recycling. Containers and collection sites must not create nuisance conditions.
  • Enforcement: Violations of solid waste and litter rules are subject to enforcement and the City’s general penalty section (referenced in multiple code sections), which allows fines and other remedies, often applied on a per-day basis until conditions are corrected.
  • Key City Links:
    City of Savannah Sanitation Services Guide (PDF)
    Savannah Curbside Recycling Guidelines (PDF)
    Savannah Recycling Program Overview
    Savannah Code – Refuse Collection & Disposal

Chatham County & West Chatham (Bloomingdale, Pooler, Port Wentworth)

  • Mandate Type: General solid waste regulations & regional solid waste management planning (no explicit apartment recycling mandate).
  • Applicability Threshold: Unincorporated Chatham County solid waste is governed by Chapter 21 – Health, Safety & Sanitation. The West Chatham Solid Waste Management Plan covers Bloomingdale, Pooler, and Port Wentworth as a joint planning area.
  • County & West Chatham Duties:
    • Work with private haulers in Bloomingdale and Pooler to ensure reliable and efficient collection.
    • Develop and enforce reporting requirements for haulers so cities can better track waste quantities.
    • Maintain yard trimmings programs (Bloomingdale & Pooler compost and provide free mulch to residents), and evaluate intergovernmental agreements to manage debris and yard waste regionally.
    • Continue enforcing litter, illegal dumping, junk vehicle, and similar ordinances across the West Chatham planning area.
  • Recycling & Drop-Off: Chatham County operates recycling drop-off centers where residents can bring sorted materials at no cost, and maintains a county-wide education program around waste reduction and recycling.
  • Enforcement: Under Chapter 21, violations of solid waste provisions in the unincorporated area can lead to fines, jail time, or required labor, with each day of violation treated as a separate offense.
  • Key County & Plan Links:
    Chatham County Solid Waste Services
    Chatham County Recycling Drop-Off Centers
    Chatham County Code – Chapter 21 (PDF)
    West Chatham Solid Waste Management Plan (Bloomingdale, Pooler, Port Wentworth) (PDF)

Fines & Penalties Snapshot

  • City of Savannah – Solid Waste, Litter & Nuisance Violations:
    The City’s refuse, litter, and related ordinances authorize enforcement under Savannah’s general penalty provisions. Violations of solid waste, dumping, or nuisance requirements may result in:
    • Citations and code-enforcement actions requiring corrective measures;
    • Fines assessed under the City’s general penalty section; and
    • Treatment of each day the violation continues as a separate offense in many situations.
    Practically, this means overflowing dumpsters, repeated litter, or ignoring sanitation rules can expose a property to escalating fines and enforcement until conditions are resolved.

  • Chatham County – Solid Waste Non-Compliance (Unincorporated Area):
    Under Chapter 21 – Health, Safety & Sanitation, violations of the solid waste article can result in:
    • A fine of up to $500 per offense;
    • Up to 30 days in jail or up to 60 days labor on the work gang; and
    • Each day a violation continues counted as a separate offense.
    This penalty framework applies broadly to solid waste violations (such as improper disposal, illegal dumping, or noncompliant handling) and is one reason well-managed waste and recycling areas are so important for apartment communities.

  • West Chatham Solid Waste Management Plan – Bloomingdale & Pooler Focus:
    The Plan doesn’t create its own fine schedule, but it calls on Bloomingdale, Pooler, and Port Wentworth to:
    • Continue enforcing litter, illegal dumping, and junk car ordinances;
    • Evaluate and revise solid waste and nuisance ordinances so penalties effectively support community goals; and
    • Develop intergovernmental agreements for debris management and yard trimmings disposal across the West Chatham planning area.
    For multifamily communities, that means local code enforcement is watching for chronic problem sites — and well-run, documented waste and recycling programs can help you stay off that radar.

  • Tip: By keeping hauler contracts, photos of clean enclosures, and a log of resident education in one place, you show inspectors a clear story of good-faith compliance — which helps avoid daily fines and formal enforcement.

Property Manager Compliance Checklist (Savannah, Chatham County & West Chatham Multifamily)

Task Action / Requirement Authoritative Links
☑ Confirm Jurisdiction & Rules Determine where your community sits and what rules apply:
• Inside City of Savannah: Follow City solid waste, litter, and nuisance ordinances plus the City’s sanitation and recycling guidelines.
• In unincorporated Chatham County: Solid waste handling, dumpsters, and disposal are regulated by Chapter 21 – Health, Safety & Sanitation.
• In Bloomingdale, Pooler, or Port Wentworth: Local ordinances operate within the framework of the West Chatham Solid Waste Management Plan, which emphasizes reliable collection, hauler reporting, and enforcement of litter/illegal dumping rules.
There is no explicit apartment recycling mandate, but regulators expect clean, well-managed waste areas and may scrutinize chronic problem sites. 		Savannah Refuse Collection & Disposal Code
Chatham County Code – Chapter 21
West Chatham Solid Waste Management Plan (PDF)
☑ Set Up Trash & Recycling Service with a Licensed Hauler Ensure your community has documented trash and recycling service:
• In Savannah and West Chatham cities, work with a licensed private hauler for dumpsters and carts sized to your resident count.
• In unincorporated Chatham County, residents and communities rely on subscription service with private haulers; verify who serves your site and that recycling is included where feasible.
• Keep copies of service agreements, route schedules, and any contamination notices or service changes. 		Chatham County Solid Waste Services
Chatham County Recycles – Program Home
Savannah Sanitation Services Guide (PDF)
☑ Containers, Corral Layout & Signage Design waste and recycling areas that look good and pass inspection:
• Use covered, well-maintained dumpsters and carts sized to prevent overflow on busy weekends and at move-in/move-out.
• Follow dumpster design and siting standards in Chatham County and local zoning so enclosures are safe, accessible, and not a nuisance to residents.
• Clearly label recycling containers and post signage showing what residents can and cannot place in them.
• Make sure hauler trucks can access containers without blocking fire lanes, gates, or resident parking. 		Chatham County Code – Dumpster & Solid Waste Standards
Savannah – Recycling & Collection Units (Zoning)
County Recycling Drop-Off Center Materials List
☑ Resident Education & Communication Even without a formal mandate, education is expected under regional planning:
• Provide new residents with a simple “How to use the trash & recycling area” handout at move-in.
• Send at least twice-yearly reminders (email, portal, or door hangers) explaining where to take trash, how to recycle correctly, and how to report illegal dumping.
• Reinforce messages after contamination issues or bulk-item surges (e.g., student move-ins, seasonal turnover).
• Keep copies of all resident-facing communication as part of your compliance file — this supports the education and public-involvement goals in the West Chatham Plan. 		West Chatham Plan – Education & Public Involvement
Savannah Recycling Guidelines (PDF)
☑ Documentation & Avoiding Daily Fines Create an “inspection-ready” digital or physical binder for your community:
• Current trash and recycling contracts, invoices, and route information.
• Photos of enclosures showing clear signage, container labels, and clean pads.
• Logs of contamination events, clean-ups, and follow-up resident notices.
• Notes from internal walk-throughs checking for illegal dumping or nuisance conditions, plus the corrective steps you took.
If a City of Savannah or Chatham County official visits, this documentation shows you are operating in good faith and helps resolve issues before they escalate into per-day fines. 		Chatham County Chapter 21 – Enforcement Language
Savannah Code of Ordinances – Reference
☑ Leverage Regional Sustainability in Leasing Turn your solid waste and recycling program into a leasing advantage:
• Highlight your participation in single-stream recycling, bulk-item management, and yard trimmings best practices that align with City and County goals.
• Reference the broader West Chatham Solid Waste Management Plan when marketing Bloomingdale and Pooler communities as part of a forward-looking region.
• Showcase before-and-after photos of clean enclosures and testimonials from residents who appreciate the convenience of doorstep service. 		West Chatham Solid Waste Management Plan (PDF)
Chatham County Recycles – Education Center

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