Commercial Recycling  By law, recycling is required in all commercial establishments including: Office buildings Churches Retailers Warehouses Apartment buildings with four or more units Service companies Cooperatives Condominiums Bars and restaurants Museums Associations Nonprofit organizations Public and private schools Colleges and universities Your company’s recycling efforts will save landfill space and conserve natural resources, which will improve the environment and help to contain escalating costs of garbage disposal. Violations of the District’s recycling laws are subject to tickets and fines ranging from $25 to $1000. Your commercial recycling inspector will explain the various infractions and how you can avoid them. Since 1989, the District of Columbia has regulated the recycling of bottles, cans and paper in all businesses within its borders.  Glass, metal and paper products must be separated and containerized independently of other solid waste; a bi-annual, official Recycling Plan must be submitted; and an inspection must be passed.  This booklet covers the DC regulations and resources you need to know. View the Commercial Recycling Guide and register or update your commercial recycling plan: Commercial Recycling Guide* Commercial Recycling Guide - en Espanol* Commercial Recycling Plan Submission Application* Online Commercial Recycling Plan Application What’s the best way to set up recycling in my building?  How do I screen and negotiate recycling services?  How do I get my co-workers/tenants/guests to participate in a recycling program?  This booklet addresses these issues and more.   * This document is presented in Portable Document Format (PDF). A PDF reader is required for viewing. Download a PDF Reader or Learn More About PDFs.