Proposed Updates to Requirements for Trash Enclosures and Recycling of Construction and Demolition Debris

This proposal seeks to update two key aspects of the City's Solid Waste program.

1. Trash Enclosure Requirements:

• New Design Standards: Establishes new, codified design requirements for trash enclosures for all new non-residential buildings. This aims to streamline the building permit review process and ensure consistent application of solid waste management policies.
• Existing Buildings: For existing non-residential buildings, new enclosures or upgrades will be required for new uses or alterations/additions if the project valuation exceeds $500,000. The cost of compliance for these upgrades will be limited to 20% of the project valuation, with exceptions for businesses generating large amounts of organic waste.
• Larger Bins: Guidelines will be updated to include requirements for larger bins (6-7 cubic yards), roofs over roll-off containers/compactors, and sanitary sewer drains for businesses using grease, oil, or organic materials.

2. Construction and Demolition (C&D) Debris Recycling:

• Increased Penalties: The current penalty for failing to properly recycle C&D debris (currently a $100 fine) will be increased to allow for penalties of up to $1,000. This aims to deter developers from ignoring recycling requirements.
• Enforcement: The proposed penalty structure is similar to that used in San Mateo County and aims to be more effective than the current $100 fine or delaying project occupancy.

Fiscal Impact: This item is expected to have no negative impact on the General Fund or Measure C. It could have a positive impact on the General Fund through fines collected. No impact on Recycling Funds is anticipated.