Scottsdale property owners and community managers: simplify recycling while boosting resident satisfaction. National Doorstep’s valet trash & recycling service aligns with the City of Scottsdale’s guidance to reduce contamination and enhance NOI — all with a turnkey program.
In Scottsdale, multifamily properties (apartments, townhomes, condos) may secure trash and recycling through the City’s commercial services or a private hauler. As of the latest city documentation, there is no explicit, citywide multifamily recycling mandate requiring properties to provide on-site recycling. The City has closed public drop-off sites due to contamination and encourages multifamily residents to work with their property management/HOA for solutions.
- 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 Scottsdale Recycling Guidelines and Accepted Recyclables.
At a Glance: Scottsdale, AZ
- Jurisdiction: City of Scottsdale (Maricopa County, Arizona)
- Mandate Type: No explicit citywide multifamily recycling mandate located. City materials note there is no requirement for multifamily complexes or haulers to provide recycling service.
- Applicability Threshold: None specified. (No unit-count trigger identified for a mandatory multifamily recycling requirement.)
- Service Options: Contract with Scottsdale Solid Waste commercial services or a private hauler; coordinate accepted materials and pickup frequency.
- Accepted (typical): Paper/cardboard, metals, eligible plastics, glass bottles/jars — verify with your service provider.
- Not Accepted: Plastic bags/film; household hazardous waste; electronics (special handling); bulky items require special pickup.
- References (City/Code/Plans):
Recycling Guidelines (City) · Accepted Recyclables / Note to Multifamily · Solid Waste Strategic Plan (2016) · Green Codes (IgCC for new commercial & multifamily) · Scottsdale Code (Municode)
Property Manager Compliance Checklist
| Task | Action / Requirement | Resources / Links |
|---|---|---|
| ☑ Service Setup | Choose City commercial service or a private hauler for trash and optional recycling; confirm container sizing, enclosure fit, and frequency. | City info: Recycling Guidelines |
| ☑ Container Requirements | Provide clearly labeled trash & recycling containers; co-locate where feasible; ensure enclosure access and fire-lane clearance. | Verify with hauler + City plan standards; see City Strategic Plan (MF strategies) |
| ☑ Resident Onboarding | Include recycling info in move-in packets and leases; highlight contamination rules, accepted items, and pickup schedules. | Accepted Recyclables |
| ☑ Signage & Education | Use clear “What / What Not” signage; prohibit bagged recyclables, HHW, and e-waste in standard carts; rinse containers. | Align with City guidelines; mirror hauler list. |
| ☑ Monthly Audit | Inspect recycling areas for contamination/overflow monthly; adjust signage and service frequency as needed. | Keep logs for ownership/vendor records. |
| ☑ Service Documentation | Keep hauler contract, pickup map, and accepted-materials list on file; review annually with staff and vendor. | Code library: Municode (Scottsdale) |
| ☑ Build for Recycling (New MF) | For new multifamily builds, plan space for recycling chutes/rooms and paired containers; Scottsdale has adopted the IgCC for new commercial & MF construction. | Green Codes (IgCC) |
Scottsdale Recycling Summary — Checklist
- ☑ Jurisdiction Type: City (Scottsdale municipal guidance; MF via City commercial service or private hauler)
- ☑ Mandate Type: No explicit multifamily recycling mandate; City plan notes no requirement for MF or haulers to provide recycling (policy discussion).
- ☑ Applicability Threshold: None. No unit-count trigger identified.
- ☑ What We Can Recycle: Paper, cardboard, metals, eligible plastics, glass bottles/jars (verify per provider).
- ☑ What We Can’t Recycle: Plastic bags/film, HHW/e-waste, bulky items in standard carts.
- ☑ Best Practices: Labeled, co-located containers; resident training; monthly contamination checks; audit logs maintained.
- ☑ Compliance Notes: Coordinate with City or private hauler; follow enclosure/container standards and City education guidance.
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Sources verified: Scottsdale Recycling Guidelines; Accepted Recyclables (note to multifamily); City Solid Waste Strategic Plan (multifamily policy section notes no requirement); Scottsdale Green Codes (IgCC adoption for new MF).
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