Recycling Ordinance for Construction & Demolition (C&D) Waste

A Citywide C&D Waste Recycling Ordinance (Council File 09-3029) requires all mixed C&D waste generated in Los Angeles to be directed to City Certified C&D Processing Facilities. The Bureau of Sanitation (BOS) enforces this, effective January 1, 2011.

 

For details, contact BOS:

Bureau of Sanitation
Solid Resources Citywide Recycling Division (SRCRD)
C&D Recycling Coordinator: (213) 485-2260

Mailing Address:
1149 S. Broadway St., 5th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Include:

• Your name/company

• Address

• Telephone/fax

• Type of info you need

Or email: SRCRD(@)lacity.org

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General Public Dumping Information

Address: 200 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: (213) 473-3231

 

Public Works

Website: dpw.lacity.org
200 N. Spring Street, Room 361
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: Call 311
 

Permits

WHEN DO I NEED A DUMPSTER PERMIT?

Under Section 62.105 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC), permits are mandatory for any construction on property, streets, or rights-of-way owned or managed by the City. This can include sidewalks, curbs, gutters, grading, sewers, storm drains, retaining walls, and more.

 

WHEN IS AN "A" PERMIT REQUIRED?

An "A" Permit (LAMC 62.106.a) covers small-scale repair or construction—think curbs, sidewalks, driveway approaches—where no major survey or engineered plans are necessary. These permits are often associated with sewer work involving street excavation. If you need to relocate water meter boxes, traffic signal conduits, or similar structures, you'll coordinate with the relevant City agencies.
For details, contact your local District Office.

 

WHEN IS A "B" PERMIT REQUIRED?

A "B" Permit (LAMC 62.106.b) addresses larger public works projects like street widening, altering street grade, constructing bridges or retaining walls, and installing storm drains or traffic signals. Typically, you'll need approved engineering plans signed by licensed professionals.
A "B" Permit can be for design, construction, or both. It includes plan check engineering, traffic control, inspection, testing, and maintenance of street trees.
To obtain a "B" Permit for development, reach out to your local District Office.

Sanitation Customer Service Call Center

Address: Los Angeles, CA 90013 (No public counter)

T.F.: (800) 773-2489

Ctx: (213) 473-4180

TDD: (213) 473-4112
 

Examples of Recyclable C&D Materials

• Concrete & Asphalt

• Bricks

• Gypsum/Wallboard

• Plate Glass

• Scrap Metal

For more general recycling questions, reach out to SRCRD at the contact above.

 

Hazardous Material: Special Waste Guidelines

S.A.F.E. Centers (Permanent Collection)

For any waste that is hazardous—such as chemicals, paints, or electronics—please consult Los Angeles S.A.F.E. Centers or authorized collection points. While we accept most C&D waste at our facility, materials deemed hazardous must follow strict disposal guidelines, which may require a separate drop-off location.

For Residents:
San Pedro (Gaffey Street)
1400 N. Gaffey St., San Pedro, CA 90731
Saturdays & Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Los Angeles (Los Angeles-Glendale Treatment Plant)
4600 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039
Saturdays & Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Playa del Rey (Hyperion Treatment Plant)
7660 West Imperial Hwy, Gate B, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
Saturdays & Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Sun Valley (Randall Street)
11025 Randall St., Sun Valley, CA 91352
Saturdays & Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

West Los Angeles (UCLA)
550 Charles E. Young Dr. West, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
(E-waste accepted on Saturdays only)
(All collection services are suspended if it's raining.)

Los Angeles (Washington Blvd.)
2649 E. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90021
Saturdays & Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

For Businesses (Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generators)

By appointment only, rotating monthly:

• 1st Wednesday: San Pedro (Gaffey Street), 1400 N. Gaffey St., Los Angeles, CA 90731

• 2nd Wednesday: Washington Blvd., 2649 Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90021

• 3rd Wednesday: Hyperion Treatment Plant, 7660 West Imperial Hwy, Gate B, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293

• 4th Wednesday: Randall Street, 11025 Randall St., Sun Valley, CA 91352

 

Fire Relief & Community Support

Wildfires can impact Los Angeles and surrounding neighborhoods. If you've experienced fire damage and need resources for cleanup or rebuilding, the following organizations offer assistance and information:

• Los Angeles County Fire Department – Official website for county-wide fire prevention, emergency updates, and recovery support.

• California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) – Provides state-level coordination for disaster response and recovery.

• American Red Cross – Los Angeles Region – Offers shelter, supplies, and assistance for displaced residents.

• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) – Resource for federal disaster aid, including wildfire relief programs.

If you are disposing of Construction & Demolition (C&D) materials, our LA certified public dump facility can handle a variety of non-hazardous construction debris, ensuring those recovering from wildfire damage have a convenient dump site near me for rebuilding efforts. Always check with local authorities to confirm whether specific permits or waste-handling procedures are required for fire-related demolition and disposal. Please check our location page to ensure your materials comply with what we accept.

Disclaimer: Information may be subject to change. Always verify information directly with the facility or relevant City department.​