What qualifies as non-compliant waste?

Non-compliant waste is waste that is not properly sorted and disposed of at the regional landfill and /or transfer station. Examples are:

  • Recyclable material (identified under Sort It Businesses) in a clear bag going to the landfill
  • Non-recyclable items put in blue bags for recycling
  • Clean cardboard going to landfill
  • Black/green garbage bags that do not have a permit for disposal
  • Any mixture of clear/blue bags and or cardboard going to the landfill or recycling facility