DSNY containerization rules now in effect for buildings with 9 or less residential units
NEW YORK CITY (WABC) -- All New York City buildings with nine or less residential units must put their trash in containers, effective Tuesday.
It's a step toward getting rid of the mountains of trash bags that line the streets and attract rodents, roaches and create unsanitary conditions.
The changes also include all special use buildings that receive DSNY collection like city agency buildings, houses of worship, and professional offices located within residential buildings.
Buildings not in compliance will get a warning until the end of the year, with fines starting Jan 2, 2025. The fines are $50 for a first offense, $100 for a second offense, and $200 for a third offense.
"We need to shut down the all-night all-you-can-eat buffet," said Jessica Tisch, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Sanitation.
As part of the requirement, the city unveiled a new official NYC Bin, equipped with wheels and a secure latching lid, available to residents for under $50. They say it's by far the cheapest bin of its quality on the market.
As of Nov. 12, city officials will have containerized 70% of New York City's 14 billion annual pounds of trash in two years.
"For decades, New Yorkers have gotten accustomed to seeing trash bags on their streets, but our administration has refused to accept the status quo," said New York City Mayor Eric Adams. "In just over a year, we've gone from putting all 44 million pounds of trash per day on our streets to having 70 percent of that waste covered by bin rules - and much to our rats' disappointment, we have a plan for the rest. Congratulations to Commissioner Tisch and the team at DSNY for leading the 'Trash Revolution.'"
For more information visit: https://www.nyc.gov/
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