New NYC Trash Bin Rules Start This Week: What to Know

What's Changing?

Starting this week, New York City is implementing new rules for trash bins in an effort to improve sanitation and reduce waste. These changes include:

• Standardized Bin Sizes: All residential buildings must use standardized 32-gallon or 64-gallon bins for trash and recycling.
• Clear Bags for Trash: All trash must be placed in clear plastic bags before being put in bins. This allows sanitation workers to easily see what's inside and sort it accordingly.
• Separate Food Scraps: Food scraps must be disposed of separately in designated compost bins or green bags.

Why the Changes?

The new rules are part of Mayor Adams' "Get Stuff Clean: Zero Waste by 2030" initiative. The city aims to reduce waste and improve sanitation by standardizing bin sizes, making it easier for sanitation workers to collect and sort waste, and encouraging residents to separate food scraps for composting.

How to Comply

To comply with the new rules, residents should:

1. Obtain standardized trash and recycling bins from the city.
2. Place all trash in clear plastic bags before putting it in bins.
3. Separate food scraps and dispose of them in designated compost bins or green bags.

Benefits of the Changes

The new trash bin rules are expected to have several benefits, including:

• Improved Sanitation: Standardized bins and clear bags will make it easier for sanitation workers to collect and sort waste, leading to cleaner streets.
• Reduced Waste: Separating food scraps for composting will reduce the amount of organic waste going to landfills and help the city reach its zero-waste goal.
• Convenience: Residents will have the convenience of using standardized bins and clear bags, making it easier to dispose of waste properly.

Additional Information

For more information about the new trash bin rules, visit the NYC Department of Sanitation website: https://www.nyc.gov/site/sanitation/services/trash-collection.page