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Construction & Demolition (C&D) Recycling
Mandatory Construction & Demolition (C&D) Recycling
The 
C&D Debris Deposit Ordinance requires that the majority of construction, demolition and remodeling projects requiring building, combination and demolition permits divert C&D debris from landfill disposal. For the permit you are applying for, the following needs to be completed:
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Submit a completed Waste Management Form
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Pay a refundable C&D Debris Recycling Deposit
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Divert C&D debris generated from the project by recycling, reusing or donating usable materials
- Use Franchised Haulers (recommended to help ensure compliance)
- Use Certified C&D Recycling Facilities
4
Submit all trash and recycling weight receipts, and documentation within 180 days from final inspection of the project to request the deposit
New C&D Debris Diversion Requirement
For projects with permits issued on or after July 1, 2016, the diversion requirement will increase to 65 percent by weight of the total C&D debris generated by the project. The diversion requirement for projects with permits issued through June 30, 2016 will remain at 50 percent. For periodic program updates, email esd_cd@sandiego.gov to sign up for the City's C&D recycling email list.
Managing Your Project
- Application Process - Before the Project Starts
- During the Project
- At the End of the Project
- How to Recycle C&D Debris on Site
- Frequently Asked Questions
Publications & Resources
- Waste Management Form
- 2023 Certified Construction & Demolition Recycling Facility Directory
- C&D Debris Conversion Rate Table
- Certified Mixed C&D Facilities Historical Diversion Rates
- Rules and Regulations for Certifying Mixed C&D Processing Facilities
- Rules and Regulations for Certifying Source Separated Recycling Facilities
Is your project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)? If so, please review these CEQA guidelines and the CEQA Information Bulletin.
C&D Email Updates
Interested in receiving periodic updates on the C&D program? Send a request to be added to our email list to ESD_CD@sandiego.gov.