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CITYSyracuse, UT · May 27, 2026

Ordinance Requiring Recycling at Multi-Family Housing

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The Council discussed a proposed ordinance that would require recycling at multi-family housing developments, prompted by concerns from Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District (WIWMD) about recyclable materials in landfills.

The Bottom Line

The City Council is exploring ways to mandate recycling at apartment complexes to reduce landfill waste, considering both new construction and existing developments.

Highlights

  • Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District (WIWMD) identified multi-family housing as a significant source of recyclable materials ending up in landfills.
  • Discussion included strategies to require recycling at apartment complexes, such as amending ordinances for new construction or working with existing complexes.
  • City Attorney Colin Winchester confirmed that retroactive application to already-approved developments would be limited by vested rights, but a utility ordinance amendment could apply more broadly.
  • Staff was directed to consider appropriate code amendments and bring them back to the Council for continued discussion at a future work session.

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  • "Planning item E3: Discussion/consideration of proposed ordinance requiring recycling at multi-family housing developments."
    — Segment 2/3
  • "Discussion of Wasatch Integrated Waste Management District (WIWMD) identifying multi-family housing as a source of large amounts of recyclable materials in landfills."
    — Segment 2/3
  • "City Attorney Colin Winchester confirmed retroactive application of recycling requirements to already-approved developments would be limited by vested rights, but a utility ordinance amendment could apply more broadly."
    — Segment 2/3
  • "Staff directed to consider appropriate code amendments and bring them back to the Council for continued discussion at a future work session meeting."
    — Segment 2/3